Sales of fans, ice cubes and sunscreen surge during May UK heatwave

Sales of fans, ice cubes, and sunscreen have surged in the UK during a record-breaking May heatwave. Temperatures hit 34.8°C at Kew Gardens and 35°C at Heathrow, with retailers reporting tripled ice cube sales and fans selling at three per minute. The heatwave has driven demand for cooling products like air conditioners and outdoor shade.