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Festive swimmers brave freezing seas on Christmas Eve

Hundreds of festive swimmers plunged into icy UK waters for charity on Christmas Eve, despite a cold health alert and temperatures set to drop to -5°C. Read about the brave dippers and the weather warnings in place.

Cold Health Alert for Christmas as Temperatures Fall

A yellow cold health alert is in force from Christmas Day evening until 27 December for SW England. The Met Office forecasts dry but chilly conditions, with a white Christmas deemed 'highly unlikely'.

Cold Health Alert Issued for Christmas Day

A yellow cold health alert is in effect from Christmas Day evening to 27 December for south-west England. The UKHSA warns of risks to vulnerable people as temperatures drop. Read for travel and safety advice.

2025 on track to be UK's hottest year ever

The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.

Shorten Your Cold Without Medication

New research confirms nasal saline irrigation can reduce cold duration by up to four days, curb antibiotic use, and lower viral spread. Learn the ancient, evidence-based technique.

Beast from the East to hit 24 UK counties in days

Fresh weather maps reveal a 600-mile wall of snow is set to barrel into the UK from the east after Christmas, threatening a frosty start to 2026. Discover the full list of affected counties.

Dog Walk Warning as UK Temperatures Plunge

Pet experts issue urgent advice for UK dog owners during the freezing cold snap, revealing the dangerous temperature thresholds and signs of hypothermia to watch for.

Family finds travelling world cheaper than UK rent

Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.

Zinc Cuts Cold Duration by Up to 3 Days

Taking zinc lozenges at the first sign of a cold could reduce symptoms by two to three days, experts confirm. Discover the safe dosage and natural food sources.

Six foods to help ease cold and flu symptoms

A health expert reveals six key foods that can help ease cold and flu symptoms and support recovery. Discover how your diet can boost your immune system this winter.

Spy Who Came In From The Cold: Stage Review

John Le Carré's classic Cold War novel gets a gripping stage adaptation at London's @sohoplace theatre. Emotional depth triumphs over spy clichés in this must-see production running until February 2026.

Doctor's verdict on cold remedies: Honey works

BBC's Dr Oscar Duke reveals which natural cold remedies actually work. Discover why honey gets the green light, while onions and garlic are busted myths. Read the full analysis.

Man arrested in 1982 cold case murder of wife

Patrick Galvani, 81, arrested for the 1982 murder of his wife Nancy after their daughter's four-decade quest for justice. Read the full story of this cold case breakthrough.

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