UK Drivers Urged to Park in Shade as Temperatures Soar
As UK temperatures near 30°C, motoring experts warn cars in direct sunlight can exceed 40°C inside within 30 minutes. Drivers, especially EV owners, urged to seek shade.
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Stop Dead Flies on Windowsills With Peppermint Oil Hack
Dead flies gathering on windowsills can be prevented by spraying a peppermint oil solution. The strong scent overloads flies' senses, acting as a natural deterrent. Reapply every few days; caution: toxic to pets.
Cat's £9,000 Surgery After Heatwave Fall; Owners Warn
A cat needed £9,000 lifesaving vet care after falling from a fourth-floor window left on the latch during a heatwave, leading to leg amputation. Owners urge caution.
UK Firefighters Battle Cairngorms Wildfire for Third Day
Firefighters are spending a third day tackling a major wildfire near Nethy Bridge in the Cairngorms, which has led to evacuations of homes and businesses. No casualties reported.
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Alaska Mega-Tsunami Strips Island of Life, Scientists Warn
A 500-metre mega-tsunami triggered by an Alaskan landslide in 2025 wiped out all life on an island, narrowly missing tourists. Geologist Dr Bretwood Higman warns these events could become ten times more frequent due to glacial retreat.
Mega-Tsunami Larger Than 24 Pyramids Stripped Island
A 500-metre mega-tsunami triggered by an Alaskan landslide stripped an island of life and narrowly missed cruise ships, scientists warn of increasing frequency due to glacier melt.
NASA Backs Hawking's Doomsday Warning, Says Sooner
NASA has confirmed Stephen Hawking's doomsday prediction, warning that Earth could become a fireball much sooner than his 2600 estimate unless resource use is curbed.
UK Heatwave to Continue for Another 7-10 Days
The Met Office confirms the UK heatwave will persist for at least another week, with temperatures exceeding 30C for 11 consecutive days and record-breaking highs in May, June, and July.
Mum's campaign to close alcohol delivery loophole after daughter dies
A mother is urging supermarkets to introduce safeguards after her daughter, 38, ordered 18 bottles of wine via delivery apps in the week before she died of cirrhosis.
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Western Sahara: Trump, Ryanair, and The Odyssey Spotlight Crisis
The decades-long Western Sahara refugee crisis gains attention as Ryanair flights, Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, and Trump's policy shift highlight the plight of 173,000 Sahrawi refugees.
Holiday Souvenir Could Cost France Tourists £1,300
Taking seashells, pebbles, or sand from French beaches can result in a fine up to €1,500 (£1,300) under environmental protection laws, authorities warn.
Inside Banda: World's hottest town where locals sleep outside
Banda, India, hit 48.2°C in May, forcing residents to sleep at railway stations. Power cuts and humidity worsen the crisis, with hospitals overwhelmed by heat-related illnesses.
Cyprus tops EU water quality rankings with 100% excellent beaches
Cyprus achieved 100% excellent water quality at all its beaches, according to a Which? study of EEA data, making it the top European destination for clean bathing waters.
UK Could See Bumper Butterfly Summer After Warm Spring
One of the warmest springs on record could lead to a bumper butterfly summer, says Butterfly Conservation, urging people to join the Big Butterfly Count from July 17 to August 9.
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UK Warm Weather Continues, 14.1 Million Drivers to Hit Roads
UK temperatures have topped 30C for 11 days, with warm weather set to continue. The RAC estimates 14.1 million motorists will travel this weekend, the second-highest since 2016.
Home Bargains Spray Cleans Air Fryer in 5 Mins
A £1 Elbow Grease Air Fryer Cleaning Spray from Home Bargains removes stubborn grease in minutes, leaving a fresh lemon scent. Tested by a journalist, it cuts through buildup quickly.
Moorland fires across three counties after car crash ignites blaze
Firefighters from three services battle multiple moorland fires in the Peak District after a car fire near Woodhead Pass ignites moorland, with operations expected to continue for days.
Argentine Stars Pay Third of UK Falklands Defence Costs
Six Argentina players based in England pay £22.99m in tax, covering a third of Britain's Falklands defence costs, after holding up a banner claiming the islands for Argentina.
Tourist Warning: European Temps Could Hit Record 50C
Experts warn Mediterranean temperatures could reach 50C, with Spain and Portugal at highest risk. Holidaymakers urged to stay indoors as heatwave intensifies.
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UK Proposes Ban on Loud Fireworks to Protect Pets and Veterans
The UK government proposes restricting the loudest fireworks to professional displays to reduce distress to pets, wildlife, and vulnerable people, following public and charity concerns.
3 Plants That Thrive Without Water in UK Heat
Gardening expert Adam Kirtland reveals three plants—lavender, echinacea, and agapanthus—that require no watering and survive the summer heat, perfect for UK gardens.
Wales Heatwaves: Prolonged Dry Weather Status Declared
Parts of Wales have moved to prolonged dry weather status after record heatwaves. NRW warns of strain on rivers, lakes, and wildlife, with low flows and high water temperatures threatening fish.
Liverpool Pride 2026 Opening Night Moved to New Venue
Liverpool Pride's opening party has been moved from the M&S Bank Arena to the Liverpool Experience Campus just days before the July 24 event, featuring Sugababes and Beth Ditto.
50C 'Heat That Kills' Warning for Tourists in Europe
Mediterranean temperatures could reach 50C this summer, with experts warning that the record-breaking heat may only be the beginning. Holidaymakers urged to prepare for dangerous conditions.
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Heinz Swaps Free-Range for Cage-Free Eggs in Mayo
Heinz has changed its Seriously Good Mayonnaise recipe from free-range to cage-free eggs due to avian flu outbreaks, drawing criticism from animal welfare groups.
£2.2M Fund to Protect North East Small Venues
North East mayor Kim McGuinness launches £2.2 million Small Venues Fund to protect grassroots venues from rising costs, offering grants of £3,000 to £100,000.
Badenoch: Burnham Must Back North Sea Drilling
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch urges incoming PM Andy Burnham to approve North Sea oil and gas drilling, claiming it could raise £4 billion for public services.
Saharan Dust Storms Surge 50% Threatening UK Health
Saharan dust reaching the UK has surged by at least 50% between 2012 and 2021, worsening air pollution, aggravating asthma, and causing flight disruptions, with climate change driving the increase.
Energy Drinks Banned for Under-16s in England from 2027
The UK government has confirmed a ban on the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to under-16s in England from April 2027, following a Mirror campaign backed by Jamie Oliver. Around 100,000 children consume these drinks daily, harming health and education.
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1,500-Tonne Waste Fire at Llantrisant Recycling Centre
South Wales Fire and Rescue Service continues to tackle a massive fire at Llantrisant Recycling Centre involving 1,500 tonnes of non-hazardous waste, urging residents to keep windows and doors closed.
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