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Edinburgh Live
13-07-2025
- Climate
- Edinburgh Live
ITV Good Morning Britain star on why it feels 'hotter in the UK than abroad'
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info The UK has been basking in a heatwave this weekend, with temperatures soaring to 33C on Saturday (July 12) and expected highs of 31C today (July 13). The Met Office forecasts a slight temperature drop before cooler weather arrives on Monday, complete with "heavy spells of rain" across many regions. Amber heat health warnings have been issued for the Midlands, southern and eastern England until 9am on Monday, while the scorching conditions have triggered a hosepipe ban affecting millions in England. This marks the third heatwave to hit the nation this year, with further "hot spells or heatwaves" predicted to continue until the end of July, adding to the discomfort of many Brits. The sweltering heat in the UK often sparks a collective groan, with many claiming it feels "different" compared to the heat experienced abroad. An American expat named Russell shared his epiphany on TikTok: "I am never doubting a Brit again when they tell me that the UK sun hits different. I feel like I'm in a sauna." Another American, going by @mortonmunchies online, expressed their struggle: "How are we surviving this heat? I'm not used to the heat and not having air conditioning.", reports the Mirror. It seems that Brits have every right to grumble about the heat - there's a tangible reason why it feels more intense in the UK than in some other countries. Good Morning Britain's weather expert Laura Tobin turned to social media to shed light on a common puzzle: "Some people might be thinking, when I'm on holiday and it's 30 degrees, it never feels anywhere near as hot as it is when we're in the UK. Why is that? It is down to humidity. The humidity in the UK is much higher. A higher humidity means that when you sweat you can't evaporate that sweat as quickly and it means that you feel hotter. So the temperatures in the UK and abroad are the same, but it does feel hotter here in the UK." Her explanation struck a chord with followers, sparking plenty of engagement from viewers eager to understand this weather mystery. One grateful follower responded: "Thanks for clarifying that Laura. We wondered why we felt it so much." Another chimed in with: "I've always wondered about this." Meanwhile, a third user added their own insight: "Yup, humidity makes so much difference. Also in places like London, the urban heat island effect has a lot to answer for!". NHS medic Dr Karan Raj recently jumped on TikTok to delve deeper into this very subject. His explanation was characteristically direct: "In the UK, the relative humidity is higher than in countries with dry heat. This makes it harder for our bodies to cool down because sweat doesn't evaporate as well. So you feel hot and sticky like a roast barbecue pig. This is why 35C in a dry climate can feel more comfortable than 25C in a place with high relative humidity." Another factor could be that British buildings simply aren't designed to handle soaring temperatures. Dr Raj explained: "In the UK, the buildings are designed to retain heat because the weather is usually cold, soggy and silly." Plus, air conditioning isn't exactly standard kit in most homes here. Met Office meteorologist Annie Shuttleworth explained to Stylist that our perception of heat differs dramatically depending on location: "When we experience heat abroad, we're usually on holiday, and may be close to a pool or the beach."
Daily Mirror
13-07-2025
- Climate
- Daily Mirror
Brits finally realise there's truth to it feeling 'hotter in the UK than abroad'
The UK has been sweltering in the third heatwave of the year, with temperatures peaking at 33C yesterday. Brits are renowned for complaining about the weather - and it seems like they have good reason to A heatwave has swept across the UK this weekend, with peaks of 33C recorded on Saturday (July 12) and possible highs of 31C expected today (July 13). Temperatures are forecast to dip slightly, before cooler weather sets in on Monday, bringing "heavy spells of rain" in many areas, according to the Met Office. Amber heat health alerts are in place for the Midlands, southern and eastern England until 9am on Monday. The latest heatwave has also led to a hosepipe ban being declared for millions of people in England. This is the third heatwave of the year, and more "hot spells or heatwaves" are expected through to the end of July, spelling more misery for Brits. When it's hot in the UK, there seems to be an unanimous opinion that it's "different" than when it's hot abroad. People in the UK are known for loving complaining about the weather. An American who lives in the UK called Russell recently took to TikTok to say: "I am never doubting a Brit again when they tell me that the UK sun hits different. I feel like I'm in a sauna." Another American known as @mortonmunchies said: "How are we surviving this heat? I'm not used to the heat and not having air conditioning." But it turns out Brits have a good reason to moan when it's hot - because there's a reason it feels hotter in the UK than some other places. Good Morning Britain weather presenter Laura Tobin took to social media to explain: "Some people might be thinking, when I'm on holiday and it's 30 degrees, it never feels anywhere near as hot as it is when we're in the UK. Why is that? It is down to humidity. The humidity in the UK is much higher. A higher humidity means that when you sweat you can't evaporate that sweat as quickly and it means that you feel hotter. So the temperatures in the UK and abroad are the same, but it does feel hotter here in the UK." The post received lots of interaction, with one person saying: "Thanks for clarifying that Laura. We wondered why we felt it so much." Another simply said: "I've always wondered about this." And someone else wrote: "Yup, humidity makes so much difference. Also in places like London, the urban heat island effect has a lot to answer for!" NHS doctor Dr Karan Raj also recently took to TikTok to explain more about this phenomenon. He said: "In the UK, the relative humidity is higher than in countries with dry heat. This makes it harder for our bodies to cool down because sweat doesn't evaporate as well. So you feel hot and sticky like a roast barbecue pig. This is why 35C in a dry climate can feel more comfortable than 25C in a place with high relative humidity." Another reason could be that in the UK our buildings aren't built to cope with the heat. Dr Raj said: "In the UK, the buildings are designed to retain heat because the weather is usually cold, soggy and silly." We also don't usually have air conditioning. Annie Shuttleworth, a Met Office meteorologist, told Stylist that how we experience heat at home versus abroad plays a huge role. "When we experience heat abroad, we're usually on holiday, and may be close to a pool or the beach."
Daily Mail
02-07-2025
- Climate
- Daily Mail
Forgotten Good Morning Britain presenter replaces host as fans call for anchor to be a 'permanent fixture on the show'
A forgotten Good Morning Britain presenter replaced the usual host and fans called for the anchor to be a 'permanent fixture on the show'. Wednesday's instalment of the daily ITV programme saw co-hosts Susanna Reid and Ed Balls cover the top stories. The weather forecast is typically covered by Laura Tobin, who has presented the segment since the show launched in 2014. But Wednesday's bulletin featured a different face - Des Coleman, who usually covers ITV Central in the Midlands. The weather presenter reported that the scorching heatwave is now over and heavy showers are expected across the country. Aside from covering the forecast, Des is an actor too and has appeared in a range of shows including EastEnders and Casualty. The weather forecast is typically covered by Laura Tobin (pictured), who has presented the segment since the show launched in 2014 But Wednesday's bulletin featured a different face - Des Coleman (pictured), who usually covers ITV Central in the Midlands Good Morning Britain viewers were overjoyed at the presenter shake-up and took to social media to share their thoughts. One gushed on X: 'Lovely to see Des back on GMB ❤️.' 'It's always a good day when @DESCOLEMAN is on - even if it is raining!!' someone else added. Another chimed in: 'Yay our Des is back, missing him doing our local weather.' While someone else described Des as a 'breath of fresh air'. One watcher even called for Des to be a 'permanent fixture on the show'. However, viewers weren't happy last week when Martin Lewis replaced Richard Madeley. Typically, the ITV news programme features Susanna and Richard as presenters, but on last Wednesday's instalment, the consumer guru stepped up to host. Susanna and Martin worked their way through the day's top stories but some watchers weren't best pleased about the shake-up. Many took to social media to share their thoughts on Martin co-hosting the show and one penned on X: 'Ruins my morning having to listen to Martin - time for Eamonn I think.' 'Martin Lewis with his shouty "do this" "do that" and jumping over furniture so early in the morning may just be too much for me,' another added. Someone else said: 'I just don't have the head for Martin Lewis at this time of the morning.' Good Morning Britain is available to watch on ITV1 weekdays from 6am to 9am and to stream on ITVX.
Techday NZ
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Techday NZ
Sony brings climate change education to PlayStation 5 & VR2
Sony Interactive Entertainment has launched Climate Station, an application designed to enhance understanding of climate change, now available for free on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation VR2. This initiative forms part of Sony Interactive Entertainment's wider commitment to the Playing for the Planet Alliance, which unites members of the gaming industry in working towards sustainability objectives, as initially presented at the United Nations Climate Summit in 2019. Climate Station invites users to delve into complex climate data through interactive and immersive technologies. The application features three primary modules: Weather Year, Observations, and Projections, as well as an Explainer Library. Application features Weather Year offers a visual journey through the meteorological events of 2019, highlighting the interconnected weather systems of Earth. Observations deliver access to 120 years of climate data, referencing temperature records from thousands of locations to illustrate long-term warming trends. Projections utilise data from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)-approved models, enabling users to examine the impact of various future scenarios on the global climate up to the end of the 21st century. The Explainer Library complements these experiences with 90 minutes of multimedia content dedicated to clarifying the science underpinning climate change. This approach is designed to address the challenge of presenting scientific data in a way that is engaging for users of all ages. Data within Climate Station draws upon a range of expert sources, including the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Berkeley Earth, the Climate Research Unit, and the World Climate Research Programme (WCRP). Expert involvement Veteran meteorologist Laura Tobin contributed as a consultant and narrator for the project. Discussing her involvement, she said: "As a meteorologist, I report on weather and climate and over the last 20 years I've seen the increased frequency and intensity of severe weather around the world. More and more records are being broken, often in remote parts of the globe but in recent years it's hitting closer to home. I'm immensely proud of our collaboration on Climate Station. We want audiences to learn more about our amazing planet, use the latest science to see what is really happening, and finally have a greater understanding and appreciation of why change is needed." Climate Station can be used in both private homes and educational or research contexts. The interactive nature of the application aims to make complex datasets more accessible and easier to understand for a broad audience. Kieren Mayers, Vice President of Environmental, Social, and Governance at Sony Interactive Entertainment, stated that the company's work with the Playing for the Planet Alliance and ongoing environmental commitments underpin this release. SIE continues to pursue the Road to Zero plan, targeting net-zero carbon emissions by 2040, and improving the energy efficiency of its hardware and data centres. Susan Gardner, Director of the Ecosystems Division at the United Nations Environment Programme, welcomed the launch, commenting: "Bringing climate awareness into the homes of millions through gaming will help build both knowledge and action to address the triple planetary crisis of climate change, nature and biodiversity loss, and pollution and waste. The approach to adapt the science into a game format has been impressive. We look forward to seeing how players react to this new tool and also recognise the leadership of Sony Interactive Entertainment in bringing climate science to consoles across the planet." Educational focus Information from the IGEA NZ Plays (2023) report indicates a growing interest among New Zealanders in using gaming for educational purposes, a trend which SIE seeks to support through Climate Station. The company and project collaborators have expressed their aim to not only inform but also inspire players about the choices that can shape the future climate. The application aims to empower users with a sense of agency and a deeper understanding of current scientific perspectives on climate change.
The Sun
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Good Morning Britain in shake-up as emotional Susanna Reid fronts show from London landmark – leaving Ed Balls in studio
GOOD Morning Britain was subject to a huge show shake-up as Susanna Reid left the studio to front the ITV series from an iconic London landmark. She was joined in the capital on the 80th Anniversary of VE Day by weather presenter Laura Tobin, 43, who was surrounded by ceramic poppies as she gave her forecast from the grounds of the Tower of London. 3 3 3 News reporter Richard Gaisford was also on the road for his segment, standing in the grounds of a Royal British Legion service and tea party set to be held at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire. Meanwhile, back in the regular Good Morning Britain studio, Ed Balls, 58, and Charlotte Hawkins chatted to World War 2 veterans and former military servicemen and women, including The Traitors winner Harry Clarke. Susanna, 54, dressed in a smart black suit with ruby red neckerchief as she stood outside Westminster Abbey ahead of a VE Day service of Remembrance and Thanksgiving being held there today. As she hailed the 80th anniversary of the official end of the Second World War in Europe, on a day which will see a series of commemorative events across the nation, she chatted to a variety of war veterans and their families.
