Emergency Alert: Your Phone Will Scream This Sunday
Millions across the UK will receive a major emergency alert test on Sunday 23rd April. Here's what the loud siren means and how to opt-out if necessary.
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Urgent Recall: Taylor Farms Salad Kit Over Allergy Risk
Shoppers across the UK are warned not to eat a specific Taylor Farms salad kit. The Honey Balsamic variety is being urgently recalled due to undeclared hazelnuts, posing a serious health risk to those with an allergy.
UK Govt Issues RED Alert for Dangerous 36-Hour Heatwave
The UK Health Security Agency and Met Office have issued a joint red alert, warning of a severe 36-hour heatwave with potentially dangerous health impacts. Get the full forecast and essential safety advice.
Avian Flu Outbreak Confirmed in Massachusetts and Oregon
A highly pathogenic avian influenza strain has been detected in poultry flocks across Massachusetts and Oregon, prompting urgent containment measures and nationwide surveillance efforts.
UK Emergency Alert: Nationwide Mobile Phone Test Completed
Millions of phones across the UK sounded simultaneously at 3pm today in a major test of the new government emergency alert system, designed to warn of life-threatening events.
RAF jets scrambled after mystery plane vanishes near UK
RAF fighter jets were launched on an urgent mission after a 'ghost plane' sparked a major security alert by disappearing from radar over the North Sea, close to UK airspace.
UK Emergency Alert: Every Phone to Sound This Sunday
The UK government will trigger a nationwide emergency alert on all mobile phones this Sunday. Find out why your device will scream and how to opt-out if necessary.
Major H5N1 Bird Flu Outbreak Hits Australian Poultry Farm
Australia confirms its first major outbreak of the highly pathogenic H5N1 bird flu. As UK authorities ramp up biosecurity, we examine the global implications and the urgent measures being taken to protect farms and wildlife.
UK Emergency Alert Test: Date and Time Confirmed
The UK government will test its new emergency alert system on Sunday, 23rd April, sending a siren-like message to every compatible mobile phone. Here's what you need to know.
Flesh-Eating Screwworm Returns to US After 50 Years
US authorities confirm the first mainland case of the deadly New World screwworm parasite in over half a century. The flesh-eating larvae were found in a stray dog in Florida, sparking a major biosecurity alert and fears for livestock and public health.
UK Health Alert: Toxic Saharan Dust Cloud Blankets Britain
Millions of Britons are being warned to stay indoors and keep windows closed as a massive plume of Saharan dust and high pollution levels create dangerous air quality across the UK. Experts issue critical health advice for vulnerable groups.
Queensland woman jailed for smuggling rare cacti
A Queensland woman has been sentenced to prison for illegally importing rare cacti, highlighting Australia's strict biosecurity laws.
UK Emergency Alert Test Coming Soon
The UK government is set to conduct a nationwide emergency alert test in the coming weeks. Here's everything you need to know about the drill, its purpose, and how it will affect you.
UK Emergency Alert Test: Labour's Major Safety Exercise
The UK is set to witness one of its largest public safety exercises as the Labour government prepares to test the emergency alert system nationwide.
UK Emergency Alert Test: What You Need to Know
A nationwide emergency alert test will sound on millions of UK smartphones this Sunday. Here's what you need to know.
Apple pips could land holidaymakers with fines abroad
Travellers are being warned that taking apple pips abroad could result in unexpected fines due to strict biosecurity laws in popular destinations like Australia and New Zealand.
Lidl recalls spinach over listeria fears
Lidl has urgently recalled several spinach and mixed leaf products due to potential listeria contamination. Here’s how to check if your fridge contains affected items.
Midwest US braces for destructive derecho storm
Meteorologists warn of a potentially devastating derecho storm sweeping across the US Midwest, with Minnesota, South Dakota, Nebraska, and Iowa facing severe winds, power outages, and property damage.
Two arrested near Glasgow Airport after suspicious incident
Two men were detained by police following reports of a suspicious incident near Glasgow Airport, with authorities confirming no threat to the public.
Urgent recall: Household item risks injuries & hearing loss
A widely used household product has been urgently recalled after reports of serious injuries and potential hearing loss. Discover if your home is at risk.
Terror alert on UK flight after bomb threat
Counter-terror police are investigating after a passenger allegedly shouted 'Allahu Akbar' and made bomb threats on a packed UK flight. A 41-year-old man has been charged.
UK heat-health alert as temps set to hit 30°C
The Met Office has issued a yellow heat-health alert for most of England as temperatures are set to soar this weekend, with potential health risks for vulnerable groups.
Crete emergency as heatwave fuels wildfire fears
Greek authorities have declared a state of emergency in Crete as scorching temperatures and strong winds heighten wildfire risks. Tourists and locals are urged to stay vigilant.
UK emergency alert test scheduled for September
The UK government will conduct a nationwide emergency alert test in September. Find out how it works and why it matters.
UK's 'Armageddon Alert' Message Revealed
The UK government has drafted a chilling 'Armageddon Alert' message to be broadcast in case of a national emergency. Here's what it says.
Teen critical after eating potent cannabis sweet
A 15-year-old boy is fighting for his life after eating a cannabis-infused sweet believed to be 'extremely strong'. Authorities warn of the dangers of unregulated edibles.
Deadly mushroom poisoning sparks UK health alert
Health officials issue urgent warning after two people die from suspected mushroom poisoning, urging the public to avoid foraging unless absolutely certain of safety.
Bomb squad responds to Westminster security alert
A major security operation unfolded in Westminster as bomb disposal experts rushed to investigate a suspicious package, prompting road closures and heightened police presence.
Bomb squad responds to White House security alert
A major security scare unfolded near the White House as authorities responded to reports of a suspicious package, prompting an emergency bomb squad deployment.
UK tourists warned as Greece wildfires rage near Athens
British holidaymakers in Greece face chaos as wildfires spread rapidly near Athens during a scorching 44C heatwave. Authorities issue urgent warnings as flames threaten tourist hotspots.
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