Dovestone Moor Fire: 70 Firefighters Continue Battle
Around 70 firefighters remain at Dovestone reservoir moor fire, now in its fourth day. A woman has been charged with aggravated arson. Residents advised to keep windows closed due to smoke.
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MOMA Recalls Porridge Over Mouse Contamination Fears
MOMA Foods recalls all porridge and cereal products with best-before dates from April 24, 2026 to March 12, 2027 due to possible mouse contamination at the manufacturing site. Customers urged to return for refund.
UK Foreign Office Wildfire Warnings for Turkey, Italy, Cyprus
UK Foreign Office updates travel advice for Turkey, Italy, and Cyprus due to wildfire risks after 13 die in Spain, including British nationals.
Weekly 30-Second Basil Task Essential in July
Basil plants need a simple 30-second task weekly in July to prevent flowering and ensure a bountiful harvest of tasty leaves. Gardener Deanna Talerico explains the pinching technique.
The Script's O'Donoghue Backs Sinn Féin AI Copyright Motion
The Script frontman Danny O'Donoghue endorses Sinn Féin's motion on AI copyright protection, calling intellectual property theft 'industrial scale' after discovering 125 songs scraped by AI companies.
Dad and Son Nearly Die in Beach Mud, Saved by Zoologist Training
A father and son nearly drowned after sinking in soft mud on a Kent beach. The dad used his zoologist training to escape. The incident highlights water safety risks.
Wales Severe Wildfire Warning as 30C Heatwave Continues
Wales faces very high wildfire risk as a heatwave persists. Firefighters battled a 200-acre fire at Sychnant Pass, Conwy, for over 48 hours, evacuating 36 homes.
Meta Removes AI Image Feature After Privacy Backlash
Meta abruptly removed a feature that let users generate AI images using others' public photos without notification, after privacy backlash and criticism from SAG-AFTRA and digital rights groups.
Warning After Children Petting Deer in Richmond Park
Parents criticised as children crowd and pet deer in Richmond Park; Royal Parks warns of fatal incident risk, urging 50-metre distance from the wild, powerful animals.
Stop Boiling Broccoli: Roast with Olive Oil for Better Taste
Boiling broccoli destroys its natural nutty flavor and nutrients. Roasting with olive oil caramelizes sugars, enhancing taste and texture. Chef Cathy Roma shares a simple recipe.
Clean Windows Without Streaks Using Cornflour: 5-Minute Recipe
Clean windows streak-free this summer using cornflour. A simple homemade recipe with cornflour, vinegar, and rubbing alcohol removes grime in 5 minutes, preventing streaks caused by heat and grease.
UK Wildfires Spread as Heat Health Warnings Issued for 7 Regions
Yellow heat health warnings have been issued for seven English regions as wildfires blaze across 19 locations in England and Wales, with temperatures expected to peak at 33C.
Summer 2026 matches 1976 for days above 30C as UK swelters
The UK has had as many 30C days in 2026 as in 1976, with nine consecutive days above 30C in the third heatwave, the Met Office said.
Toy Story 5 Ending Sparks Debate Over Screen Time Lesson
A mum criticizes Toy Story 5 for teaching kids that technology is a hero, not a villain. She says the film encouraged more screen time instead of traditional play, sparking debate among parents.
Aldi Reminds Customers of Free Period Products in UK Stores
Aldi reminds shoppers that free period products are available in all UK store toilets as schools close for summer, addressing period poverty with over 1.4 million items provided.
Greater Manchester Wildfire Smoke Chokes Region for Third Day
Smoke from moorland wildfires near Dovestone and Tintwistle has blanketed Greater Manchester for three days, with residents reporting smells as far as Warrington and Wythenshawe. Firefighters continue to battle the blazes as air quality warnings are issue
Counterfeit Toys Seized in Blackpool Safety Crackdown
Hundreds of fake toys, including squishy dumplings, seized in Blackpool over hazardous chemicals. Parents urged to check safety marks and buy from trusted retailers.
Reuben Owen's Girlfriend: 'We've Been Super Busy' After Filming
Reuben Owen and girlfriend Jess share an update after Life in the Dales series ends, with Jess admitting they've been 'super busy' on the farm.
UK Couple in Critical Condition After Spain Wildfires
A British couple, Simon Batchelor and Lisa Fryett, are in critical condition after being caught in deadly wildfires in Almeria, Spain. They pleaded with rescuers to save them so they could see their children.
Beurer BR60 Insect Bite Healer: £30 Device Recommended by Expert
Beauty expert Sali Hughes says the Beurer BR60 Insect Bite Healer, £30 at Argos, instantly relieves itching and swelling from insect bites. She never holidays without it.
Ireland Heat Warning: Hosepipe Ban, High Temperatures Expected
A Status Yellow high temperature warning covers most of Ireland from Tuesday to Friday, with a hosepipe ban in parts from Thursday. Met Éireann warns of heat stress and water safety issues.
UK Heatwave: London Faces Month Without Rain, 30°C
London may see no rain for a month as UK heatwave continues with temperatures reaching 30°C. Over 2,700 heat-related deaths recorded in May and June.
Sewage smell forces residents to flee homes on holiday
Residents near a Southern Water pumping station in Ashford say the stench of 'rotting eggs and diarrhoea' has forced them to take holidays to escape. The smell has worsened since September 2025, with one man driving to Cornwall for relief.
Gareth Wyn Jones Pleads for Wildfire Caution After 300-Acre Loss
BBC star Gareth Wyn Jones appeared on BBC Breakfast to plead for public diligence after wildfires destroyed nearly 300 acres of his farm in Conwy, Wales, calling the situation 'devastating' and 'uncontrollable.'
UK Heatwave Tips: Stay Cool Without Air Conditioning
Temperatures could hit high 30s this week. Experts share tips: lukewarm showers, hot tea, ice in front of fans, sleeping on floor, spicy food, and more to beat the heat without AC.
Sally Nugent Issues Wildfire Warning After Smoke at Home
BBC Breakfast's Sally Nugent revealed smoke entered her home as wildfires spread across the UK. Officials warn of exceptional fire risk amid ongoing heatwave.
Five Britons Killed in Spain Wildfires
Spanish officials confirm five British fatalities in Los Gallardos wildfire, with three more victims identified including a UK woman. Total death toll stands at 13.
Never Leave Milk Out for Hedgehogs, Charity Warns
The Hedgehog Preservation Society advises gardeners to never leave milk for hedgehogs as it upsets their stomachs, and to provide water instead during the UK heatwave.
UK warned food and medicine supplies could be shut off
Labour peer Lord Harris of Haringey warns Britain must prepare for food and medicine imports to be disrupted or shut off in the event of conflict, citing vulnerability due to reliance on imports.
Hedgehog Society Warns: Never Leave Milk in Gardens
The Hedgehog Preservation Society warns gardeners never to leave milk outside, as it upsets hedgehog stomachs. Slug pellets and netting also pose deadly risks.
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