Foreign Office updates travel alerts for 30 countries
The Foreign Office has updated travel advice for 30 countries, including Spain, France, and Greece, detailing new EES biometric border checks for UK travellers.
Category : Weather
Liverpool heatwave to peak at 32C on Wednesday
Liverpool will see temperatures peak at 32C on Wednesday as an amber heat-health alert remains in place for Merseyside until Friday.
Foreign Office updates travel advice for 30 countries
The UK Foreign Office has updated travel advice for EU countries, detailing new EES biometric checks for Brits entering the Schengen area. Here's what you need to know.
Met Office names 37 areas facing 38C heatwave alert
Met Office issues amber extreme heat warning for Thursday, with temperatures up to 38C in 37 areas across England, impacting transport and health.
Eryri National Park Among UK's Best Solar Eclipse Viewing Spots
Eryri National Park in North Wales is named one of the UK's top spots to watch the partial solar eclipse on August 12, with up to 96% sun coverage.
Met Office issues 14-hour heatwave warning for 28 areas
The Met Office has issued a 14-hour amber warning for extreme heat on Thursday, affecting 28 areas across the UK, with a danger to life warning.
Foreign Office EES travel update for 30 countries
The Foreign Office updated travel advice for 30 countries, including France and Greece, detailing new EES biometric border checks for UK travellers.
St Albans warehouse fire: smoke over M25, stay inside
A huge fire has erupted at a warehouse in Ventura Park, St Albans, sending thick black smoke over the M25. Residents are advised to keep doors and windows closed and avoid the area.
North East Solar Eclipse Times and Safety Tips
The first partial solar eclipse since 1999 will be visible across the UK on August 12, with the Moon covering up to 96% of the Sun. Find North East viewing times and safety warnings.
Trump health fears after 'disturbing' golf images
Donald Trump sparked health concerns after 'disturbing' photos showed him struggling to walk during a golf outing, sparking online criticism.
98-Night World Cruise from UK to Hawaii, Japan and More
Fred. Olsen's 98-night world cruise from Southampton visits 25+ ports, including Hawaii and Japan, from £13,999pp, sailing January 2027.
EU may delay EES rollout as airports face huge queues
The EU could delay the rollout of new travel rules as airports face huge queues and delays, sparking holiday chaos for tourists.
Dangerous hike now safe thrill in Spain
Once dubbed the world's most dangerous hike, Spain's Caminito del Rey is now a restored, safer trail suspended 100m above a gorge, offering breathtaking views.
Wildfire hits Fife park, plume visible for miles
A wildfire tore through Lochore Meadows Country Park in Fife on Monday evening, sending a huge plume of smoke into the sky. Fire crews extinguished the blaze within two hours, with no injuries reported.
UK's driest village residents report coughing from drought dust
Residents of Histon, the UK's driest village, are coughing more due to increased dust from drought, with asthma sufferers struggling, as heat alerts remain.
Rochdale's Springfield Park: Award-Winning Summer Day Out
Springfield Park in Rochdale, a 42-acre Green Flag award winner, offers a miniature railway, play areas, lake, and more for a perfect summer visit.
UK Solar Eclipse Aug 12: Exact Viewing Times Revealed
The UK and Ireland will witness the most significant partial solar eclipse in nearly 30 years on August 12, with up to 96% of the Sun obscured. Exact viewing times for major cities are listed.
Grassland fire in Mitcham tackled by 60 firefighters
A fire tore through four hectares of grassland in Mitcham, south London, on Monday evening, with 60 firefighters and eight engines dispatched to tackle the blaze.
Northumberland 250: 77% miss UK's spectacular road trip
77% of drivers have never travelled Northumberland 250, a spectacular UK road trip, according to AA research.
Solar Eclipse 2026 UK: Exact Times and Viewing Guide
On August 12, a partial solar eclipse will be visible across the UK and Ireland, with up to 96% of the Sun obscured. Here are the exact timings and safety tips.
EasyJet warns on power banks and vapes in hand luggage
EasyJet warns passengers carrying power banks and vapes of safety rules: e-cigarettes in hand luggage, power banks limited to two, and no charging on board.
Brit cheerleader, 16, dies in Caribbean boat explosion
Abbie Lainton, 16, from Swindon, died after a tourist boat caught fire and exploded off the Dominican Republic coast on July 27.
Cheap Steak Trick: Marinate in Coffee for Tender Meat
A YouTube chef reveals that marinating cheap steak in cold coffee for at least four hours makes it tender and flavorful, transforming budget cuts into premium-tasting meat.
Perseid Meteor Shower to Peak Over Scotland Amid Eclipse
Hundreds of shooting stars will be visible over Scotland as the Perseid meteor shower peaks on Wednesday, coinciding with a major eclipse.
UK households urged to fill hot water bottle on Thursday
Households are urged to use hot water bottles filled with cold water to stay cool as temperatures may hit 36C in parts of England on Thursday.
Etna Eruption Halts Catania Airport Flights
Mount Etna's eruption sends ash and lava skyward, forcing Catania Airport to suspend arrivals as volcanic activity intensifies, disrupting travel for British tourists.
UK households urged to avoid appliances during solar eclipse
Brits are urged to avoid using appliances from 6pm to 8pm on Wednesday during the solar eclipse, as solar generation could drop by 1.3GW, enough to power 500,000 homes.
Spain bar terraces face closure under new heat rules
Spain's new hospitality labour agreement requires bars to protect staff from extreme heat, potentially suspending outdoor service during unsafe conditions.
Family quits UK to travel world after 'mum guilt'
An NHS therapist and her partner pulled their children out of school to travel the world after realizing they were missing out on childhood moments, with kids spending 800+ hours more in school than with them.
Top 5 Spots to Watch the Total Solar Eclipse on August 12
A total solar eclipse will sweep across Spain on August 12, the first in over 100 years. Here are the best places to view it, from Spain to Greenland.
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