The Foreign Office has issued urgent new guidance for travellers to Spain after reports that four Britons may have died in a wildfire in Andalusia. The FCDO advises following local instructions, avoiding the affected area, and contacting emergency helplin
Replace mayo with Greek yogurt for a lighter, protein-packed tuna salad. This simple swap boosts flavor and reduces calories, creating a wonderfully creamy filling for sandwiches or jacket potatoes.
Millions more people in England face hosepipe bans as the nation swelters in its third heatwave, with drought risk growing. Water companies struggle to meet demand amid record temperatures and low rainfall.
BBC Morning Live test shows placing frozen bottles in front of a fan lowers room temperature by 2°C, while tin foil on windows reduces glass surface temperature by 2-3°C, offering cost-effective cooling.
Leaseholders at Swansea's Meridian Quay tower describe a 'tortuous battle' over fire defects. Work costing tens of millions, funded by FSCS, may finally start in 2025 after legal settlement.
Millions face hosepipe bans as a third heatwave hits the UK, with temperatures reaching 34°C in London. Interactive map shows restrictions closing in on the capital.
More than five million people are affected by a new hosepipe ban from Anglian Water, as the UK endures its third heatwave of 2026. Full list of areas and other bans included.
A plumber warns coffee lovers never to pour used grounds down the sink, as they clog drains and can lead to costly repairs. Instead, reuse them in the garden as fertilizer.
The North East Offshore Wind Innovation and Demonstration (NEOWIND) programme injects £4.5m into the region's renewable energy sector, with up to £2.1m available in the first funding round for offshore wind technology developers.
Gardens can survive a heatwave with two easy tasks: watering in the evening and mulching. Carol Klein shares expert tips to keep plants healthy.
Before refrigerating leftovers, let them cool for 30 minutes to avoid raising fridge temperature, compromising food safety, and causing spoilage, according to refrigeration expert Jade Golding-Gault.
Millions more people face hosepipe bans as the UK endures its third heatwave, with officials warning of growing drought risk in parts of Britain.
Gardeners are urged to rip open teabags before composting, as many contain plastic that won't break down. Yorkshire Tea advises snipping bags and composting leaves only.
The RSPCA advises pet owners to check their dog's tongue for redness, a little-known heatstroke symptom, as temperatures hit 29C in parts of the UK.
Newcastle City Council says it was satisfied there was no overcrowding at Lewis Capaldi's In the Park gig, but held a meeting with organisers to discuss lessons learned after the singer stopped the show twice due to crowd issues.
Royal expert Robert Jobson questions why Meghan Markle announced her UK return with children but will avoid public appearances, asking 'Where did the security threats go?'
The Met Office has warned that thunderstorms could hit the UK next week as the country endures a heatwave with temperatures up to 36C, prompting amber and yellow heat-health alerts across England.
Two dads, Matthew Carter and Lawrence Price, founded Pints and Ponytails to teach fathers how to style their daughters' hair. Sessions sell out in 10 minutes, with global interest.
Stretford Public Hall, saved by locals for £10, embodies community power and hosted a mayoral hustings, showcasing a model for Andy Burnham's 'No10 in the North' vision.
BBC Morning Live tested two low-cost cooling methods: placing ice water bottles in front of a fan and applying tin foil to windows. The bottle method reduced room temperature from 27.1°C to 25.4°C in one hour, while foil cut window surface temperature by
A fox cub was rescued by the Scottish SPCA after nearly two days with its head trapped in a plastic bottle in Glasgow, suffering potentially life-threatening injuries.
Households are advised to place orange peel near windows, doors, and bins to deter spiders. Citrus scents overwhelm spiders' senses, offering a natural, low-cost repellent.
Lynsey Crombie, the Queen of Clean, urges households to avoid five common chores during the heatwave, including using tumble dryers and cleaning ovens, as they can worsen heat and cleaning results.
Marks and Spencer launches cucumber pots with dressing in two flavors, praised for hydration and convenience. Eloise Head rates them 8/10 and 7.5/10.
A 37p lemon studded with cloves repels flies naturally. TikTok cleaning expert Chantel Mila shares this cost-effective hack that uses scents flies hate, keeping your home pest-free.
Four British people are believed dead in a Spain wildfire after four bodies were found in a burnt-out car with right-hand steering wheel, according to Andalusia's health minister.
Four British nationals are among at least 11 killed in wildfires in southern Spain. They were found in a burnt-out car with right-hand drive, officials confirm.
Hundreds of by-the-wind-sailors, blue marine animals often mistaken for jellyfish, washed up on Criccieth beach in Wales on July 6, 2026, surprising beachgoers with their alien-like appearance.
The RSPCA urges dog owners to check their pet's gums for redness during the UK's third heatwave, as temperatures exceed 30°C. Heatstroke can be fatal if not treated quickly.
Households can get £2,500 toward air con via the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, expanded to include air-to-air heat pumps for cooling and heating, as UK faces third heatwave.