Connor Doyle, founder of the Social Cup coffee van on Otterspool Promenade, uses his mobile shop to create a safe space for connection and conversation, drawing on his own mental health journey.
The National Energy System Operator (NESO) has issued its third electricity margin notice of 2026 as the UK endures a third heatwave, with temperatures reaching 35°C. The warning highlights increased power demand and supply concerns.
As Britain endures its third heatwave in two months, wildlife suffers too. Gardening expert Thomas Rutter shares three simple tasks to make gardens more welcoming for birds, bees, and hedgehogs.
Gardeners are urged to avoid leaving suet balls for robins in July as the fat melts, coats feathers, and can cause heat stress or death. Feed mealworms instead.
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Kelly, a dog who lost half her face after being shot at close range, is healthy and ready for adoption. The Greek Stray ResQ rescue seeks a loving family in the UK to give her the safe, happy future she deserves.
Gardeners are urged to use peppermint oil this summer to repel rats. Experts say rats hate the smell, causing them to turn and scurry away from gardens.
High Force in County Durham has been ranked the UK's number one 'must-visit' waterfall by Go Outdoors, offering a perfect summer walk with impressive views and a 22-metre drop.
Tammy McDaid, 34, from Swansea, realised her son Tate had Sanfilippo syndrome after seeing similar children on TikTok. The rare disorder, known as childhood dementia, has no cure, but a potential drug may cost £1.5-3 million.
Gardeners with cherry, apricot, peach, or plum trees are urged to act in July to prevent silver leaf disease, a potentially fatal fungal infection spread by airborne spores.
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The 1976 UK heatwave still holds weather records, with temperatures exceeding 32°C for days, dried rivers, and water cutoffs, as 2026 also breaks records with eight days above 34°C.
Using frozen butter and avoiding twisting the cutter are two key steps for achieving tall, light, and fluffy scones with an even rise, according to baking experts.
Firefighters tackle a major blaze on Conwy Mountain/Sychnant Pass. Residents urged to close windows and doors as smoke spreads for miles. Road closed.
Youths set off fireworks on tinder-dry moors at Dovestone Reservoir, sparking a wildfire. Locals condemn the act as reckless amid a heatwave, as crews battle the blaze.
Parts of the UK are at 'exceptional' risk of wildfires as the heatwave continues, with southern England and the Midlands at highest risk, according to Natural England.
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Farmers across Britain say Labour has lost rural trust for a generation, citing inheritance tax rises, empty promises, and a shift away from domestic food production.
Gardeners are advised to place disposable nappies in plant pots and hanging baskets to retain moisture during the July heatwave, as the hydrogel in nappies absorbs and holds water, reducing the need for frequent watering.
Jeremy Clarkson's invention, the Clarkson Ring, reduces piglet mortality from nearly 12% to under 6%, saving hundreds of lives on his farm.
A 30-year study found eating two or more avocados a week lowers cardiovascular disease risk by 16% and coronary heart disease by 21%. Avocados are rich in healthy fats, fiber, and antioxidants.
Stockport councillor Jamie Hirst reveals he suffered broken bones after multiple homophobic assaults, as council overwhelmingly endorses motion supporting LGBTQ+ community amid rising hostility.
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A new heritage trail in Cheadle, Greater Manchester, highlights a waterfall that inspired Agatha Christie, with links to Abney Hall and 12 historic sites.
A gardener describes how his bird feeder attracted rats, leading to a dead rat covered in maggots. He had to stop feeding birds due to the rodent problem.
Gen Z is less likely to consider good manners essential, with only 75% agreeing compared to 85% of older cohorts, according to a 2022 World Values Survey.
A couple in Halkyn, Flintshire, have launched a Senedd petition for stricter controls on large holiday lets after enduring noise and privacy invasion from a £1.6m Airbnb next door, sparking wider debate.
UK's ageing cold storage warehouses are struggling with heatwaves, risking food and medicine shortages. Experts warn five days of 40C could trigger failures, affecting half of Britain's food supply.
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The 1976 UK heatwave remains the benchmark for extreme weather, with records for consecutive hot days, dried-up reservoirs, and water rationing that lasted until November.
Kemi Badenoch warns that an International Court of Justice advisory ruling on climate change could bankrupt Britain, with a report warning of £4 trillion in potential reparations.
A Texas mother says her life was ruined when her breasts grew uncontrollably to a size P, causing pain and requiring her husband to help lift them. She blames her IUD, though doctors disagree.
The UK's third heatwave continues. Home experts urge everyone to clear clutter under their beds to improve air circulation and sleep quality. Kevin Pennington of the Institute of Refrigeration explains why.
Firefighters are tackling a major moor fire at Dovestone Reservoir in Oldham, less than 24 hours after an 18-year-old drowned there. Crews from across Greater Manchester are using beaters and backpack units to control the blaze.
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Thousands of fish died when the Afon Dulas in Conwy dried up during a heatwave. Volunteers rescued some trout and eels, but many perished. NRW says no dam or abstraction explains the low flows.
