Hundreds of thousands of vulnerable households are failing to claim crucial Cold Weather Payments and other vital benefits, leaving a staggering £1.7 billion in support unclaimed. Experts urge eligible individuals to act now as energy costs soar.
New weather maps pinpoint the exact days Britain will bask in a 20°C heat blast this month, marking a dramatic shift from the recent cold and rain. Find out when the sunshine is coming to your area.
Powerful Typhoon Kajiki has unleashed devastation across South-East Asia, with Vietnam reporting multiple fatalities and widespread destruction. The storm brought torrential rains and severe flooding, marking one of the region's most significant weather e
Parents are being warned about a nasty 'super cold' spreading as children return to school. A top pharmacist reveals the key symptoms to spot and the essential items for your family's medicine cabinet to fight off the autumn bugs.
The Met Office has escalated its weather warning to amber for parts of southern England and Wales, forecasting intense rainfall, potential flooding, and travel chaos. Get the latest forecasts and safety advice.
The Met Office has escalated its cold weather warnings to Level 3 for England, urging vulnerable populations to take immediate action as a severe cold snap brings hazardous icy conditions and sub-zero temperatures nationwide.
The Met Office has issued a severe weather warning for millions of Britons, debunking claims that hurricane season is over. Experts warn of an 'extremely active' period ahead with potential for devastating storms to hit the UK.
A severe cold front is set to plunge south-eastern Australia into a deep freeze this weekend, with unprecedented snowfall predicted for low-lying areas, disrupting travel and promising a rare winter spectacle.
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed the rollout of a vital £560 cost of living payment for millions on disability benefits. Here's everything you need to know about eligibility and payment dates.
New weather maps reveal a colossal 450-mile snowstorm is forecast to sweep across the UK this week, bringing travel chaos and the coldest temperatures of the season with an Arctic freeze.
The Met Office has issued a severe weather warning as the remnants of Hurricane Erin are set to lash the UK with 70mph gusts and torrential rain, sparking travel chaos and potential power cuts.
The Department for Work and Pensions has officially announced the payment window for the final £299 Cost of Living support. Millions of eligible households across Great Britain to receive crucial financial help between February 6-22.
The UK is set for a dramatic shift in weather as the Met Office issues warnings for severe rainstorms and powerful 70mph winds. Discover the exact timeline for the incoming tempest and which regions will be hit hardest.
A severe Mediterranean storm is set to unleash torrential rain and disruptive winds across Spain's Catalonia and Italy's Tuscany, prompting urgent travel and safety warnings.
Britain is set to sizzle as a blistering 30C heatwave hits this weekend. Get the exact timings, regional breakdown, and essential health advice for the hottest days of the year so far.
A severe and prolonged heatwave is set to engulf the western United States, with dangerously high temperatures forecast from Washington through Oregon to California. The National Weather Service warns of potential record-shattering heat, health risks, and
Get the latest Met Office forecast for the Late May Bank Holiday weekend. Discover which UK counties will bask in sunshine and which should keep an umbrella handy.
The DWP has issued crucial new details for the Winter Fuel Payment. Find out if you're eligible, the exact payment amounts, and the all-important dates for 2024 to help with your energy bills.
The UK is set to sizzle as the Met Office confirms the return of a major heatwave, with temperatures potentially hitting 30°C. Get the full forecast and exact dates for the soaring heat.
The late August Bank Holiday weekend is set to be a washout for much of the UK, with the Met Office forecasting heavy rain and strong winds, dashing hopes for a final summer getaway.
Met Office issues urgent warnings as Hurricane Erin tracks towards Southern England. Potential impacts for London, Hampshire, and coastal regions. Latest forecasts, timing, and safety advice.
The Italian island of Sicily has been plunged into chaos after catastrophic flash floods triggered by torrential rains. Catania bears the brunt of the devastation with submerged streets, overturned cars, and a tragic death toll. This is the unfolding stor
The Met Office has detailed the explosive path of ex-Hurricane Erin as it charges towards the UK, threatening to unleash 70mph gusts and torrential downpours that could trigger travel chaos and flooding from Tuesday.
Essential guide to when DWP benefits including Universal Credit, State Pension, and PIP will be paid in September 2025. Plan your finances around the bank holiday disruption.
A 45-year-old man has been charged with the 1998 murders of a couple in Huntington Beach, California, in a major breakthrough for a case that had gone cold for over two decades.
Meteorologists pinpoint the precise date Britain's sunshine and soaring temperatures will return, banishing the grey skies. Get the full forecast and heatwave details.
Millions of households across Great Britain are set to receive a crucial £299 payment from the DWP. Here's who qualifies, when to expect it, and what to do if your payment doesn't arrive.
The US East Coast is on high alert as a powerful nor'easter threatens to unleash blizzard conditions, coastal flooding, and potentially record-breaking snowfall from New England down to Florida. The National Weather Service has issued urgent warnings for
A landmark UK study uncovers the truth behind our national obsession with weather talk, calculating exactly how much time we dedicate to moaning about forecasts, heatwaves, and cold snaps.
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued a crucial update regarding the £301 Cost of Living Payment, clarifying eligibility and payment timelines for struggling households.