Met Office: 2025 was UK's warmest year on record
The Met Office confirms 2025 as the UK's hottest year since 1884, with record sunshine and heatwaves. Experts link the trend directly to human-induced climate change. Read the full analysis.
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Glasgow to impose 20mph limits on thousands of streets
Glasgow City Council is rolling out widespread 20mph speed limits, affecting 3,690 streets to improve safety. Critics call it a 'one-size-fits-all' approach. Read the full details.
2025 Confirmed as UK's Warmest Year on Record
The Met Office confirms 2025 was the UK's warmest and sunniest year ever recorded, with climate change cited as a key driver. Discover the data behind the historic heat.
Met Office: 2025 is UK's hottest year on record
The Met Office confirms 2025 as the UK's warmest year since 1884, with a record-breaking average temperature of 10.09°C. Discover the climate data and impacts.
World's Longest Bridge: 102 Miles, Two-Hour Journey
Discover the Danyang-Kunshan Grand Bridge, a 102-mile engineering marvel in China that slashes travel times and withstands earthquakes. Explore how it transformed transport.
Bluebird K7 to make final Coniston run after fatal 1967 crash
Donald Campbell's legendary Bluebird K7 hydroplane, recovered from Coniston Water after his fatal 1967 crash, is set for one last run this May. Read about the restoration and poignant tribute.
Bluebird K7 to make final Coniston run after 57 years
Donald Campbell's legendary Bluebird K7 hydroplane, recovered and restored after its 1967 fatal crash, is set for one last run on Coniston Water in May. Read the full story of the record-breaking craft and its daring pilot.
Visitors turned away from world record Christmas tree
A Guinness World Record Christmas tree at Cragside drew unprecedented crowds, causing car park closures. The National Trust advises checking online before visiting.
Record Christmas Tree Chaos at National Trust's Cragside
A Guinness World Record Christmas tree at Cragside drew unprecedented crowds, forcing staff to close car parks and turn visitors away. Check before you travel.
Gold & Silver Hit Records as Asian Markets Mixed
Gold and silver prices surged to historic highs while Asian shares were mixed. Tokyo's Nikkei 225 neared a record after Japan approved a massive defence budget. Read the full market analysis.
UK on track for warmest year ever in 2025
Provisional Met Office data shows 2025 is poised to be the UK's warmest year on record, surpassing 2022. Discover the climate trends reshaping Britain's weather.
UK's Cragside breaks world record for tallest Christmas tree
A historic country house in Northumberland has secured a world record by decorating a 44.7m giant redwood. Discover the festive feat that outshines the Angel of the North.
10.25lb Canary Rockfish May Break World Record
A Mendocino County angler's massive 10.25lb canary rockfish, caught off the Californian coast, is set to challenge longstanding state and world records. Read the full story.
10.25lb Rockfish May Break World Fishing Record
A Northern California fisherman has landed a colossal 10.25lb canary rockfish, potentially breaking a state and world record that has stood since 1986. Read the full story.
Fisherman catches potential world record canary rockfish
A Northern California angler may have broken state and world records with a colossal 10.25-pound canary rockfish caught off the Mendocino coast. Discover the full story of the remarkable catch.
Cooper Flagg Breaks LeBron James' Scoring Record
Rookie sensation Cooper Flagg scores 42 points, breaking LeBron James' record for a teenage debut. Discover how the Dallas Mavericks' new star made history.
Speed camera error leads to thousands of wrongful fines
A software fault in variable speed cameras has led to 2,650 incorrect activations. Find out if you're affected and how the new compensation scheme works.
Speed camera fault leads to thousands of wrongful fines
A four-year technical fault with variable speed cameras has led to thousands of incorrect fines. National Highways apologises as police begin refunds and remove penalty points.
Speed camera error leads to thousands of incorrect fines
A software fault with variable speed cameras has led to around 2,650 incorrect fines since 2021. National Highways apologises and confirms refunds and licence points removal for affected drivers.
World Record: 621 Christmas Trees in One German Home
Step inside the Jeromin home in Germany, where 621 decorated Christmas trees have earned a world record. Discover the festive wonderland they live in year-round.
Ultrarunner Jennings breaks 100-mile world record
Donegal's Caitriona Jennings breaks women's 100-mile world record in 12:37:04, revealing how ultrarunning brings 'huge sense of achievement' and encouraging more women to try extreme distances.
Policewoman sets 733 pull-up record, faces online trolls
Queensland police officer Jade Henderson broke the Guinness World Record with 733 pull-ups in an hour, only to be met with baseless steroid accusations from online trolls. Discover her inspiring story of resilience.
Tottenham's Van de Ven faster than Messi in speed shock
Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven's incredible speed has been officially recognised as faster than Lionel Messi's peak pace, clocking an astonishing 37.38 km/h in Premier League action.
Labour Councils Impose 10mph Speed Limits Across Britain
Exclusive investigation reveals how Labour-controlled councils are imposing extreme 10mph speed limits across Britain, putting drivers, cyclists and even joggers at risk of fines in controversial new slow zones.
McCaffrey breaks NFL record in 49ers victory
San Francisco 49ers' star running back Christian McCaffrey makes NFL history with unprecedented touchdown record in commanding victory over Los Angeles Chargers.
Bristol's 10mph limit causes car stalling chaos
Bristol's Labour-led council faces mounting backlash as drivers report constant stalling and traffic chaos following controversial 10mph speed limit trial on key residential roads.
Chepngetich smashes women's marathon world record in Chicago
Kenyan athlete Ruth Chepngetich demolishes the women's marathon world record at the Chicago Marathon, clocking an incredible 2:12:25 and taking 43 seconds off the previous benchmark.
Arsenal Break Chelsea's Premier League Goal Record
Gunners rewrite history books with unprecedented goal-scoring feat, breaking Chelsea's long-standing Premier League record in spectacular fashion at the Emirates.
Kane breaks Bundesliga record in Bayern's Frankfurt win
England captain Harry Kane continues his incredible scoring form, breaking yet another Bundesliga record as Bayern Munich secure a commanding 3-1 win over Eintracht Frankfurt in their title defence.
Rees-Zammit breaks speed record in Chiefs training
Welsh rugby sensation Louis Rees-Zammit has stunned NFL coaches by recording blistering speeds during Kansas City Chiefs practice, outpacing even the fastest American football stars.
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