Deploying stealth jets from thousands of miles away, the US has struck Iranian nuclear sites with bunker-busting ordnance and signalled readiness for further action, prompting Iran to warn of severe global repercussions.

A man was handed a lengthy prison sentence, with several individuals describing harrowing experiences that contributed to his conviction.

Sweltering conditions are expected to last several days with meteorologists warning of potentially record-breaking temperatures, prompting health agencies to issue alerts and urge sensible precautions to beat the heat.