BBC stars 'considering quitting' after huge cuts announced
BBC Weather presenters reportedly consider quitting after plans to cut national roles from 11 to 4.5 as part of £500m savings.
Category : Weather
Two-thirds of England in drought as heat alert hits London
More than two-thirds of England is in drought, with amber heat health alerts issued for London and the South East, as temperatures could reach 35C on Thursday.
North East in prolonged dry weather as drought warnings issued
The North East and Yorkshire have moved to prolonged dry weather, the stage before drought, as nearly three-quarters of England is now in drought status.
Brit teen dies in Dominican Republic boat fire
Abbie Lainton, 16, from Swindon, died after a tourist boat caught fire off the Dominican Republic coast. She was with family.
easyJet confirms children rule at 22 UK airports
easyJet bans toy guns from hand luggage at 22 UK airports; they can be checked in hold baggage instead.
Met Office map: 32 UK counties best for solar eclipse
The Met Office has revealed 32 UK counties with the best chance of seeing the partial solar eclipse on August 12, with southern and eastern England most promising.
Couple loses £1,000 after visa rule ruins holiday
A couple from Crewe lost nearly £1,000 after Turkish Airlines denied boarding due to a confusing eVisa rule, leaving them stranded at Manchester Airport.
Welsh Firefighters Tackle Wildfire Expected to Last Days
Firefighters in Wales battle a 400-hectare wildfire near Ebbw Vale, with residents told to stay indoors as smoke spreads across south Wales.
Jet2 confirms new check-in rules and urges passengers to bring 1 thing
Jet2 reassures customers that hand luggage allowance stays the same after EU rule changes, and advises bringing a paper copy of travel insurance this summer.
Drought declared across nearly three-quarters of England
Nearly three-quarters of England is set to face drought conditions as a heatwave intensifies, with hosepipe bans and warnings for vulnerable people.
NSPCC Warns Parents About Summer Gaming Risks
The NSPCC has issued a summer warning for parents about gaming risks, revealing nearly 1,000 Childline sessions mentioned Roblox, PlayStation, Minecraft, or Xbox.
UK heatwave to end as temperatures plunge to 9C
The UK's imminent heatwave will end abruptly on Friday, with temperatures dropping to 9C as heavy rain sweeps in, according to the Met Office.
M25 traffic stopped in Kent as HGV fire causes delays
All traffic has been stopped on the M25 in Kent after an HGV fire, causing delays of over 60 minutes and six miles of congestion.
Four More UK Areas Enter Drought as Dry Weather Continues
Almost three-quarters of England is now in drought, with four new areas added on August 10. No part of England remains in normal conditions, prompting calls to save water.
Sky News interrupted for Colombia earthquake update
Sky News presenter Jayne Secker halted broadcast to confirm at least 20 deaths from a 7.4-magnitude earthquake in Colombia's Chocó region, with fears the toll may rise.
Deep Partial Solar Eclipse to Precede Perseids
A deep partial solar eclipse will be visible across the UK on 12 August, with about 90% of the sun obscured, followed by ideal conditions for the Perseid meteor shower.
At least 20 dead as powerful earthquake strikes western Colombia
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing at least 20 people and collapsing buildings in Cali, Pereira, and Manizales.
UKHSA issues amber heat alerts for most of England
Amber heat-health alerts have been issued for nine regions in England from Tuesday to Friday, warning of increased health risks, especially for vulnerable groups.
Eye Experts Warn of Blindness Risk Ahead of Solar Eclipse
Eye health experts warn that viewing the solar eclipse without proper protection can cause permanent blindness within seconds. Only ISO-certified glasses are safe.
A1 Northumberland crash: Two vehicles collide near Fenwick
Two vehicles collided on the A1 in Northumberland near Fenwick, with police and ambulance attending; no serious injuries reported.
Car washes and gym pools could close under drought rationing
Southern Water seeks approval for non-essential use ban in Hampshire and Isle of Wight, which could close car washes and gym pools, first since 2006.
Best European Spots to See Solar Eclipse This Week
A total solar eclipse on August 12 will be visible across four European countries, with the best views in western Iceland and Spain.
Prune Juice Chaos on China Southern Flight Sparks Toilet Rush
Passengers on a China Southern flight rushed to toilets after prune juice acted as a laxative, causing queues and social media complaints.
Simon Calder's Top Budget Greek Island: Thassos
Travel expert Simon Calder recommends Thassos, a lush Greek island with affordable meals from €5, reachable via a short ferry from Kavala.
Scotland Set for 29C Mini Heatwave This Week
Scotland's summer continues with a mini heatwave, temperatures set to reach 29C in Jedburgh on Thursday, August 13.
Influencer dies in Brazil helicopter crash with mum and gran
Beauty influencer Sofia Murillo, 17, her mum Wendy Manrique, 37, and grandmother Rocio Cubillos, 59, died when a tourist helicopter crashed in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
M23 shut near Gatwick after van fire
The M23 northbound between J9 and J9a is closed due to a van fire, causing delays for drivers heading to Gatwick Airport.
NHS expert shares cereal box method for safe eclipse viewing
An NHS ophthalmologist shares four safe ways to view the August 12 solar eclipse, including a cereal box projector, ensuring eye safety without specialist glasses.
Pinhole Projector Guide for Solar Eclipse as Glasses Sell Out
As solar eclipse glasses sell out, learn to make a DIY pinhole projector with a cardboard box, foil, and scissors to safely view the UK's partial eclipse on 12 August.
Corby Fire: Explosion at Industrial Estate Triggers Warning
A massive fire at Earlstrees Industrial Estate in Corby, following an explosion, prompts urgent warning for residents to shut windows and doors due to smoke.
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