Calendar Girl wins Dick Hern Stakes at Haydock
Calendar Girl (13-2) returned to winning ways in the Listed Dick Hern Stakes at Haydock, beating Pacific Mission by a length and a quarter, with Fallen Angel third.
Category : Weather
Drivers Warned: Category 4 Sunglasses Illegal to Wear While Driving
UK drivers face fines and penalty points for wearing Category 4 sunglasses while driving, warns the RAC, as they filter out up to 97% of daylight.
New heatwave to hit 36C and break UK temperature record
Temperatures could soar to 36C as the fifth heatwave of 2026 approaches, with yellow heat health alerts issued across England.
UK Solar Eclipse 2026: Best Viewing Spots Revealed
The UK will see its fullest solar eclipse in 54 years on Aug 12, with over 90% of the sun blocked. Met Office reveals best locations, and experts warn on eye safety.
Jet2 reassures customers as new EU hand luggage rules loom
Jet2 says new EU airline rules on hand luggage, effective 2027, will not affect its fares as it already includes 10kg free bag.
Nook cafe bar in Heaton Moor closes after 12 years
Nook cafe bar on Heaton Moor Road, Stockport, is closing after 12 years, citing council restrictions and falling bookings. A farewell weekend with 50% off is planned.
Flight cancelled after child refuses to sit down
A Porter Airlines flight from Victoria to Toronto was cancelled after a child refused to sit, causing delays that led to an overnight curfew.
UK households urged to close doors and windows on Sunday
Millions of UK households are urged to close doors and windows on Sunday as the Met Office forecasts a fifth heatwave, with 84-hour yellow heat health alerts issued for seven regions.
Solar Eclipse to Cause Biggest Electricity Demand Drop Since Covid
The solar eclipse on Wednesday is expected to cause the biggest drop in UK electricity demand since the pandemic 'clap for carers' as millions step outside to watch.
Keep receipts after Bristol Airport runway fault, travellers urged
Passengers at Bristol Airport faced major delays after a runway fault. Travellers are urged to know their rights, keep receipts, and claim reasonable costs.
Best solar eclipses in Scotland ranked ahead of August 12
Scotland's top 5 solar eclipses since 1900 ranked, with 2026 partial eclipse set to bring 93% coverage in Barra on August 12.
Flight Delay Rights: UK Airport Runway Fault Compensation
Bristol Airport runway fault delays flights; passengers may get compensation, but not if airline isn't at fault. Know your rights for care and payouts.
Met Office names 25 areas facing Sunday downpours
The Met Office has warned 25 areas will see rain on Sunday, with heavy downpours in Scotland and Northern Ireland as a rain belt moves across the UK.
Estonia Tops 2026 Relocation Index, Beats Australia and US
Estonia is the world's best country to relocate to in 2026, scoring 72.8 in the Rumavi Global Relocation Index, ahead of Singapore and Malaysia.
M3 traffic: Severe delays after serious crash near M25
Two lanes closed on M3 eastbound in Surrey after a serious crash near M25, causing 40-minute delays and three miles of congestion.
Riverside B&B in Wales with Best Views I've Woken Up To
Riversdale House, a Victorian B&B in Llangollen, offers stunning river views, luxurious rooms, and breakfast in bed. Winners of 2023 North Wales Tourism Awards.
Fifth heatwave to hit Greater Manchester next week
Greater Manchester will see a heatwave from Tuesday to Thursday, with highs of 30C on Wednesday, as the UK braces for its fifth heatwave of the summer.
UK solar eclipse 2026: Best places to watch as sun blocked
The Met Office says the UK will see its fullest solar eclipse in 54 years on Wednesday, with over 90% of the sun obscured by the moon. Devon and Cornwall are prime spots.
North East solar eclipse forecast: clear skies for August 12
The North East is set for clear skies on August 12, offering perfect conditions to view the near-total solar eclipse, the first since 1999.
UK Solar Eclipse on Wednesday: Where and When to See It
On August 12, 2026, the UK will see its deepest solar eclipse since 1999, with up to 95% of the sun obscured. Visible nationwide from 6:15 PM BST.
Kelso Set for 27C as Warm Spell Returns to Scotland
Kelso in the Scottish Borders is forecast to hit 27C on Wednesday, August 12, as Scotland enjoys a warm spell, with other areas reaching mid-20s.
Met Office reveals best UK spots for solar eclipse
The Met Office has revealed the best UK locations to view Wednesday's solar eclipse, with Devon and Cornwall top destinations, seeing up to 96% coverage.
Eurostar launches direct London to Antwerp route
Eurostar will launch a direct high-speed service from London St Pancras to Antwerp, Belgium, from December 14, cutting journey time to just over 2.5 hours.
London Braces for Fifth Heatwave as Yellow Warning Issued
London faces its fifth heatwave of the year as a UKHSA yellow warning remains in place until August 11, with record-breaking temperatures and health risks.
Family's 'gentle walk' up Pen Y Fan turns into tough climb
A family's 'gentle walk' up Pen Y Fan turned out to be a challenging ascent, but they said the views from the summit made it worthwhile.
Welsh cyclist hospitalised after China accident
Dyfan Hughes, 18, from Llangollen, is stable in a Chinese hospital after an accident during a 6,000-mile charity bike ride to Thailand.
UK braces for fifth heatwave with 36C forecast
Yellow heat health alerts issued for parts of England as temperatures forecast to reach 36C, with fifth heatwave of the year expected to break 1995 record.
Rarest 50p: Atlantic Salmon Coin Worth £80
The 2023 Atlantic Salmon 50p is the rarest circulating 50p, with 200,000 minted, worth up to £80, surpassing the Kew Gardens coin.
Met Office warns of heavy rain as 36C heatwave set to hit UK
The Met Office forecasts a 36C heatwave for parts of England, but issues a heavy rain warning for Scotland and Northern Ireland this weekend.
34-Mile Coastal Path Opens in Cumbria
A new 34-mile section of the King Charles III England Coast Path opens in Cumbria, offering views and wildlife.
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