Met Office warns 40 UK areas face overnight power cuts
The Met Office has issued yellow thunderstorm warnings for 44 UK areas, warning of potential power cuts, flooding, and travel disruption from Wednesday evening into Thursday morning.
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Lindisfarne Festival Bans BBQs After Wildfires Ahead of 2026 Event
Lindisfarne Festival organisers have banned BBQs, liquid fuel stoves and candles due to a dry summer and recent local wildfires, ahead of the September 3-5 event at Beal Farm.
Jeremy Clarkson reveals how he beat hosepipe ban for pub garden
Jeremy Clarkson has revealed he used a private borehole to keep his pub garden green during the hosepipe ban, avoiding drought restrictions legally.
Salmonella Outbreak: How to Spot Deadly Blood Poisoning Signs
A UK salmonella outbreak linked to imported eggs has caused one death and 207 cases. Learn how to tell if the infection has developed into life-threatening blood poisoning.
Bus pass change 'removes barriers' says disability group
Disabled bus passes will be valid 24/7 from April 2027, a change welcomed by Difference North East as removing barriers to work, education, and healthcare.
Met Office thunderstorm warning hits 34 UK regions
The Met Office has issued a yellow thunderstorm warning across 34 UK regions, bringing heavy rain, lightning, flash flooding and potential power cuts as the heatwave ends.
Thunderstorm warnings issued across England and Wales
Thunderstorm warnings have been issued across parts of England and Wales, as water companies could be forced to reduce the amount they take from the River Severn to prevent parts of it drying out in the ongoing drought.
Alan Titchmarsh's simple tip for watering gardens under hosepipe ban
Gardening expert Alan Titchmarsh recommends installing water butts to collect rainwater as millions of UK homes face hosepipe bans due to drought conditions.
Warning: avoid one item when drying laundry outside this summer
Households drying laundry outside this summer are warned to avoid a common mistake with clothes pegs that can damage fabrics, according to experts at Brabantia.
Scots cut energy use as 35% reduce consumption due to high bills
New research by Opinium for the End Fuel Poverty Coalition shows 35% of UK households cut energy use since 2023 due to higher costs, with Scotland, Wales and the West Midlands most affected.
Radio City Sign to Be Removed From St Johns Beacon
Plans have been lodged to remove the iconic Radio City 96.7 signage from Liverpool's St Johns Beacon, replacing it with a new animated LED screen after more than 25 years.
44 UK areas told to turn off gas, water and electricity
Households in 44 UK areas are urged to prepare to turn off gas, water and electricity as the Met Office issues yellow thunderstorm warnings for parts of England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Bird feeder warning as rain returns could create disease hotspots
Rain forecast for parts of the UK could turn bird feeders into disease hotspots, charities warn. Trichomoniasis risk rises with wet conditions, and weekly cleaning is advised to prevent harm.
40 UK Areas Under Thunderstorm Warning for Flash Flooding
A yellow thunderstorm warning has been issued by the Met Office for 40 UK areas, including Greater Manchester, with flash flooding possible from 7pm on Wednesday.
£10m for Liverpool City Region to end rough sleeping by Christmas
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced nearly £10m for the Liverpool City Region as part of a £442m national drive to end rough sleeping by Christmas.
Bannockburn Centre Closure Hailed as Vital for Future
The Bannockburn Centre will close for nearly two years from September 2026 for a £3 million revamp, removing the 3D experience for a more story-led approach, with repairs from Storm Arwen damage.
London ULEZ linked to improved lung growth in children
A study of more than 3,400 children found lung growth in London improved following the introduction of ULEZ in 2019, with researchers linking the change to better air quality.
North Lanarkshire Council Leader Welcomes £300m AI Investment
North Lanarkshire Council leader Jim Logue has welcomed a UK-wide £300m investment in the area's AI Growth Zone, backed by over £8bn in private investment and expected to create 3,400 jobs.
Dog owners urged to stop feeding premium pet food over dry eye fears
Premium pet food company Years has issued a voluntary recall of its fresh dog food after reports of a potential link between its buckwheat ingredient and dry eye condition in dogs.
Years Dog Food Recall Over Dry Eye Condition
Premium dog food brand Years has voluntarily recalled all Fresh Meals (excluding Chef's Collection) after reports of a potential link between buckwheat and dry eye condition in dogs, affecting 0.1% of customers.
Government Responds to Petition on Supermarket Food Waste
The Government has responded to a petition with nearly 15,000 signatures urging a ban on supermarkets discarding edible food, reaffirming its commitment to food redistribution.
Scottish 'Penis Woods' Felled Despite Petition
Castle Crawford Woods, known as 'Penis Woods' and visible from the M74, is being chopped down despite a petition with over 2,700 signatures and local opposition.
Living off-grid in Costa Rica: What 'living the dream' was really like
Daja Hansel-Coates moved to Costa Rica in 2022 to live off-grid, but found it far harder than expected. She shares the reality of jungle living, from broken water tanks to monkey visitors.
Bird feeder disease warning as UK rain returns
Garden bird lovers are warned that damp conditions from returning rain can turn feeders into breeding grounds for trichomonosis, a deadly parasitic disease, with advice to clean feeders weekly.
Met Office public vote: Shaun or Timmy storm name
The Met Office invites the public to vote between Shaun and Timmy from Shaun The Sheep for a storm name in the 2026/27 season, with the winner announced on September 1.
Monty Don: Fruit Trees Dropping Apples in Drought Is Normal
Monty Don reassures gardeners that apple trees dropping fruit during drought is a natural survival response, not a disaster, as UK heatwaves stress trees.
UK gardeners warned to avoid watering plants in heat of day
Watering plants in the heat of the day is a common mistake, as most water evaporates before reaching roots. Early morning is best, say experts.
Avoid watering plants in heat of day, RHS warns
The RHS advises gardeners to avoid watering plants during the hottest part of the day, as most water evaporates before reaching roots. Early morning is best.
Avoid common plant watering mistake on hot days
Watering plants in the heat of the day is ineffective as water evaporates before reaching roots. Early morning is best, says RHS.
Wishaw Men's Shed open day welcomes Provost and community
Provost Kenneth Duffy joined Wishaw Men's Shed members at their annual open day. The group, launched in 2025, will soon take ownership of Gowkthrapple Community Centre after councillors approved a community asset transfer.
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