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UK drivers face £10k fines for wet weather errors

Motoring experts warn UK drivers of hefty fines up to £10,000 for rain-related offences like speeding and splashing pedestrians. Learn how to stay safe and avoid penalties this winter.

£5,000 fine for splashing pedestrians in rain

UK motorists warned that driving through puddles and splashing pedestrians could lead to a £5,000 fine and penalty points under the Road Traffic Act 1988. Learn how to avoid this costly mistake.

McConaughey: Wet Dream Led to Marriage with Camila

Matthew McConaughey shares how a spiritual wet dream in his 30s changed his approach to relationships, leading him to wife Camila Alves and their three children. Discover his unconventional path to family happiness.

25 Nigerian schoolgirls abducted in armed raid

Gunmen have abducted 25 girls from a boarding school in Nigeria's Kebbi state, killing at least one staff member. Read the latest on the search operation and the wider security crisis.

25 Nigerian Schoolgirls Abducted in Armed Raid

Gunmen stormed a boarding school in Kebbi state, kidnapping 25 female students and killing the deputy head teacher. Security forces launch search operation amid chilling echoes of 2014 Chibok kidnappings.

Plastic Wet Wipe Ban Starts Spring 2027

The UK government confirms a ban on wet wipes containing plastic from Spring 2027. This move aims to reduce sewer blockages and river pollution. Learn more about the environmental impact.

Wet Track Threat: Rain Reshapes Melbourne Cup 2025

As heavy rain lashes Flemington, the hallowed turf is being transformed into a gruelling test of stamina. Discover which Melbourne Cup 2025 contenders will thrive and which will falter in the wet conditions that are set to stop a nation.

Question Time with Film Legend Terry Gilliam

Film icon Terry Gilliam invites Guardian readers to submit their burning questions in an exclusive Q&A about his extraordinary career, from Monty Python to his latest cinematic ventures.

Ultimate Guide to Premium Cat Food 2024

Discover the best cat food brands in the UK market, from veterinary-approved dry food to gourmet wet options. Our comprehensive guide helps you make informed choices for your feline's health and happiness.

10-tonne fatberg clogs London sewers

A colossal 10-tonne fatberg is clogging London's Victorian sewers, created from congealed wet wipes and cooking fats. Thames Water declares war on the growing problem threatening the city's infrastructure.

Manly Waterworks BMX Bandits site faces demolition

Sydney's legendary Manly Waterworks reservoir, famous for its concrete waves and starring role in cult classic 'BMX Bandits', is set for permanent closure and demolition, sparking community outcry and nostalgia.

Stop Flushing Wet Wipes: The £100M UK Blockage Crisis

Exclusive investigation reveals how a nationwide 'flush-and-forget' habit is causing sewage chaos, environmental damage, and adding millions to water bills. Discover the shocking truth about what really happens after you flush.

Laneway Festival 2026: Chappell Roan Headlines Stellar Lineup

The highly anticipated Laneway Festival 2026 lineup has been unveiled, featuring breakthrough sensation Chappell Roan as headliner, alongside major acts Wet Leg, Wolf Alice, and PinkPantheress. Discover the full roster for Australia's premier indie music

Thames 'Wet Wipe Island': London's Man-Made Monster

A monstrous man-made island, the size of two tennis courts, has been exposed in the River Thames. Built entirely from discarded wet wipes and sewage debris, it's a stark symbol of London's plastic pollution crisis and the failure of 'flushable' product la

Guardian Live Tribute: Celebrating Terry Gilliam at 85

Join The Guardian for a spectacular live event celebrating the 85th birthday of cinematic legend Terry Gilliam. Explore his unparalleled career from Monty Python to his iconic solo films in this unmissable evening.

Drivers risk £80 fines for breaking Highway Code Rule 232

Millions of UK drivers are unaware of a specific Highway Code rule that could land them with an £80 fine and penalty points. Rule 232, concerning wet weather driving, is being enforced by police using new technology.

Nepo Sister's Daring Wet T-Shirt Photos Go Viral

The lesser-known sister of a reality TV star has set social media ablaze with a series of daring, rain-soaked photos, showcasing a bold fashion statement that has everyone talking.

UK Teens Show Lung Damage from Vaping - Doctors Warn

Shocking new research reveals British teenagers are developing 'wet lung' symptoms and respiratory illness from vaping. Doctors report cases of severe lung injury in children, prompting urgent health warnings.

Wet wipes form artificial island in Thames

A grotesque 'island' of wet wipes has formed in the River Thames near Hammersmith Bridge, highlighting London's growing plastic pollution crisis. Experts warn of ecological disaster as the artificial mound disrupts river flow and harms wildlife.

Thames 'Wet Wipe Island' clean-up shocks London

A massive clean-up operation has removed a grotesque 'wet wipe island' from the River Thames, exposing London's growing sewage pollution crisis. Discover how this environmental eyesore formed – and what's being done to stop it.

Charli XCX sizzles in sheer Converse campaign

Pop sensation Charli XCX turns heads in a daring wet-look ensemble and sheer slip as she models the latest Converse line, proving once again why she's a fashion icon.

David Argue, 'BMX Bandits' Star, Dies at 73

Beloved Australian actor David Argue, known for his role in the cult classic 'BMX Bandits' alongside Nicole Kidman, has died at the age of 73. Tributes pour in for the iconic performer.

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