£1.30 Kitchen Spray Deters Spiders in Mating Season
As spider season peaks, a £1.30 kitchen spray is a natural deterrent. Learn how to use it to keep spiders out of your home.
Category : Weather
Drivers warned: remove nine items from cars in heatwave
Drivers are urged to remove nine common items from cars as UK heatwave peaks with 36C highs, experts warn of fire and damage risks.
UK man drove 300 miles with bullet in foot after shooting
Charles Wright drove 300 miles with a bullet in his foot after being shot at in Ethiopia, then faced a second attack and surgery during a power cut.
Mum's urgent plea over daughter's passport before Portugal trip
Singer Philippa Hanna seeks urgent help after discovering her daughter's passport won't meet EU travel rules for their Portugal trip, leaving the holiday in doubt.
UK heatwave: 39C possible, 12 counties at 38C or more
The UK's fifth heatwave could peak at 39C on Thursday, with 12 English counties potentially reaching 38C or more, triggering amber or red warnings.
Foreign Office warns UK tourists of road fines in Italy
Tourists in Italy face fines if they cross roads improperly, as drivers may turn right on green pedestrian signals. The Foreign Office advises caution.
Catania Airport Cancels Inbound Flights After Etna Eruption
All inbound flights to Catania Airport have been cancelled today due to Mount Etna's eruption, with suspensions lasting into the afternoon.
Poynton: Cheshire Town with Canal Walks and Pubs
Discover Poynton, a Peak District foothill town with canal walks, mining heritage, independent shops, and vibrant pubs—ideal for a sunny day trip.
Builder fined £20k after bricklayer breaks back in fall
A North East contractor was fined £20,000 after a bricklayer fell through a barn roof in Northumberland, breaking his back. The HSE found inadequate safety measures.
Amber heat-health alert for Liverpool as temps hit 32C
An amber heat-health alert is issued for the north west as temperatures are set to reach 32C on Thursday, August 13, with significant impacts likely.
North East hotter than Tenerife this week
Met Office forecasts show North East temperatures will peak on Thursday, with Newcastle at 31°C and Darlington at 32°C, hotter than Tenerife's 29°C.
Met Office weighs extreme heat warning as 36°C looms
The Met Office is considering issuing a rare amber or red extreme heat warning as temperatures could reach 36°C or higher this week, with drought conditions affecting half of England and all of Wales.
China travel rules for Brits: medical screening added
The FCDO updates travel advice for China: visa-free stays until Dec 2026, but on-arrival medical screening may be required.
DIY Projector for Solar Eclipse 2026: Safe Viewing Tips
Learn to make a DIY pinhole projector for the August 12, 2026 solar eclipse, the most significant since 1999, with safe viewing tips.
BBC Weather presenters may quit over digitisation cuts
Reports say BBC Weather presenters Tomasz Schafernaker, Louise Lear, and Darren Bett consider voluntary redundancy as the broadcaster plans to cut jobs and digitise weather coverage.
Met Office: Dumfries and Galloway best for eclipse viewing
The Met Office says southern Scotland, especially Dumfries and Galloway, offers the clearest skies for Wednesday's solar eclipse, while western and central areas may face cloud cover.
Mount Etna eruption: Catania airport closed, flights suspended
Mount Etna's eruption has forced Catania airport to suspend arrivals until 5 PM, affecting UK flights. Here's what to do if you have a holiday booked.
Amber heat alerts across England as fifth heatwave hits
Amber heat health alerts cover most of England as the UK faces its fifth heatwave, with temperatures peaking on Thursday in the mid-30s Celsius.
Tintwistle residents redirect traffic as HGVs gridlock streets
Tintwistle villagers report traffic chaos as HGVs follow sat navs onto unsuitable roads during Woodhead Pass closures for repairs.
Amber heat alerts for England as 36C heatwave expected
Amber heat health alerts have been issued for most of England as temperatures are set to reach 36C this week, with a rise in deaths likely, especially among the elderly and vulnerable.
Amber heat alerts for 8 areas as drought risk grows
Amber heat health alerts issued for most of England as temperatures forecast to soar into mid-30Cs, with drought risk increasing.
Dogs may act oddly during UK solar eclipse, vet warns
Dogs may show odd behaviour during Wednesday's partial solar eclipse, such as freezing, pacing, or zoomies. Vet Dr Linda Simon says it's normal and advises a calm voice.
UK Theme Park Forced to Close, Visitors Told 'Don't Come'
A popular UK theme park has been forced to close for the day, with thrill seekers advised not to visit. Breaking news as it develops.
Experts warn against fake eclipse glasses as eye safety fears grow
Eye doctors and astronomers urge eclipse watchers to use only certified ISO 12312-2 glasses, as counterfeit products surge ahead of the August 12 partial solar eclipse.
Elderly Brits face airport queues due to faded fingerprints
Elderly Brits face extra-long airport queues as EES machines fail to read faded fingerprints, causing delays and manual checks.
Chessington closes after water outage
Chessington World of Adventures forced to close for rest of day after burst water main causes local outage.
Ex-PGA Tour pro Matt McQuillan dies suddenly aged 45
Former PGA Tour golfer Matt McQuillan has died aged 45, surrounded by family. He played 32 PGA Tour events, with a best finish of third at the 2011 John Deere Classic.
UK Rain Return After 36°C Heatwave
Britain's sixth heatwave peaks at 36°C on Thursday before heavy rain arrives, with downpours expected across 50 council areas by the weekend.
Solar Eclipse Health Warning Issued Over Online Glasses
Health experts warn UK viewers to use certified solar eclipse glasses to avoid retina damage during Wednesday's eclipse, as up to 96% of the Sun will be covered.
Wales Heatwave: Temperatures to Peak at 34C on Thursday
Wales braces for a heatwave with temperatures peaking at 34C on Thursday, as the Met Office forecasts scorching conditions across the country.
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