Rare solar eclipse set to wow Merseyside this week
Thousands across Merseyside will witness a rare solar eclipse on Wednesday, with up to 96% of the Sun covered, the last of its scale until 2090.
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Met Office urges checks on over-65s as UK heatwave looms
Brits urged to check on vulnerable relatives as fifth widespread heatwave likely this week; temperatures hit 30.6C in Kent, setting new UK record.
Brits Urged to Check Eclipse Glasses Before Wednesday's Solar Eclipse
Brits are urged to check eclipse glasses for damage before Wednesday's partial solar eclipse, as direct viewing can cause permanent eye damage. Experts warn that even cloudy weather or dark sunglasses do not provide adequate protection.
A31 wildfire: Drivers told to flee cars as 26 engines battle
A major wildfire near the A31 in Hampshire has forced road closures in both directions, with over 20 fire engines battling the blaze and drivers told to abandon vehicles.
Prince Harry: Meta ruling 'turning point' for child safety online
Prince Harry issues statement after New Mexico judge fines Meta £485m, calling it a 'turning point' in holding tech firms accountable for children's safety.
Met Office Confirms Rain Return After 36C Heatwave
The Met Office has confirmed the date rain will return to the UK after a 36C heatwave, with heavy rain forecast for Thursday in parts of Scotland.
Met Office names date heavy rain to hit UK after heatwave
The Met Office predicts heavy rain on Thursday August 13 after a heatwave peaking at 36°C in East Anglia and southeast England, with a north-south split.
Time Traveller from 2033 Predicts Alien Contact in 2028
A man claiming to be from 2033 predicts aliens will make contact in 2028, bringing peace and prosperity to the world.
Typhoon Dolphin hits China, over one million evacuated
Typhoon Dolphin made landfall in eastern China, prompting the evacuation of over one million people, with winds of 150km/h and heavy rain warnings.
Liverpool to hit 30C as fifth heatwave arrives with alerts
Temperatures in Liverpool are set to reach 30C midweek as the UK braces for its fifth heatwave, with yellow heat health alerts issued for parts of England.
10-Year-Old Visits 100 Countries, Mom Says Travel Beats School
Jamie France-Meconi, 10, has visited 100 countries. His mum Hayley believes travel teaches him more than school ever could, from planting trees in Borneo to living with the Maasai.
Cambodia's Highest Peak Hides a Plane Crash Mystery
A hiker discovers a forgotten C-46 Commando plane crash on Cambodia's Mount Aural, a relic from the 1974 civil war, with mysteries still unsolved.
Jet2 confirms 4.5-hour check-in rule at 12 UK airports
Jet2 offers twilight check-in at 12 UK airports, allowing passengers with flights before midday to drop bags the evening before, between 4:30pm and 9pm.
UK Heat Alert May Be Extended as Met Office Eyes Red Warning
Temperatures could hit 36C this week, prompting possible amber or red warnings and extended health alerts amid drought and infrastructure risks.
Horoscope Today: Daily Guide for August 10, 2026
Read what the stars mean for you today, from Taurus to Aries. Claire Petulengro's daily horoscope guide for Monday, August 10, 2026.
Best Spots to See Solar Eclipse in Greater Manchester
Up to 96% of the Sun will be covered on Aug 12. In Manchester, the eclipse starts at 6.13pm, peaks at 7.10pm. Viewing events at Heaton Park and Jodrell Bank.
Speed climbing record holder Jack Whisenant dies aged 30
American speed climber Jake Whisenant, 30, who set records on Yosemite's El Capitan, has died in an accident in the Sierra Nevada, authorities confirmed.
Met Office update on extreme heat warning as 36C forecast
The Met Office warns of potential extreme heat warnings as UK temperatures could reach 36C, marking the fifth heatwave of summer.
Solar Eclipse 2026 UK Timings: Full List for Every Area
A partial solar eclipse will sweep across the UK on August 12, 2026. Here are the exact start, maximum, and end times for locations across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
UK Drought Expands as Fifth Heatwave Looms with 36C Peak
More UK areas face drought status this week as a fifth heatwave looms, with temperatures hitting 36C and no major rain forecast.
Hong Kong Hottest Day Ever 40.2C Before Typhoon
Hong Kong experienced its hottest day on record, reaching 40.2C, just before Typhoon Dolphin approaches, prompting warnings and preparations.
Met Office issues rare red heat warning as 36C forecast
The Met Office has issued a rare extreme red heat warning update as temperatures are expected to hit 36C on Thursday, with possible impacts to infrastructure and vulnerable people.
Mould in washing machine seals gone in 10 mins with vinegar
Black mould in washing machine seals can be eliminated in 10 minutes using white vinegar, according to appliance experts. Learn the simple steps to clean and prevent recurrence.
Met Office predicts 31C in North East as UK faces fifth heatwave
Temperatures could reach 31C in parts of the North East on Thursday as the UK experiences its fifth heatwave of the year, with health alerts issued for seven areas.
Daily Horoscope August 10, 2026: Star Sign Predictions
Confidence meets compassion as Leo line-up inspires bold ideas, but Mercury-Chiron tension reveals insecurities. Get your daily horoscope for August 10, 2026.
A31 fire: Motorists urged to flee as New Forest wildfire erupts
A vehicle fire on the A31 has led to closures and warnings to flee as more than 20 fire engines tackle the blaze in the New Forest.
A31 New Forest wildfire: drivers told to flee
A vehicle fire spread to dry heathland on the A31 in the New Forest, prompting 160 calls and closing the road both ways as 20 fire engines tackle the blaze.
Landfill fire near Didcot: residents told to stay indoors
A huge fire at Appleford Sidings landfill in Sutton Courtenay, Oxfordshire, sends thick smoke plume; residents urged to stay indoors with windows shut.
Met Office dates rain may end drought in England
The Met Office has given August 18-19 as tentative dates for rain to end drought in England, with most areas staying dry until then.
A31 vehicle fire spreads to heathland, 160 calls made
A vehicle fire on the A31 in Hampshire spread to dry heathland, prompting more than 160 emergency calls and a major firefighting response.
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