Lifeguard punches suspected 12ft shark at Jersey beach
A lifeguard punched a suspected 12ft shark at St Ouen's Bay, Jersey, leading to a 45-minute beach closure as a precaution.
Category : Weather
Power cut hits Woolton Village again, 14 postcodes affected
Hundreds of homes in Woolton Village are without power after a safety shutdown. 14 postcodes affected, restoration by 9.25pm.
Gateshead Drivers Hit by 'Nightmare' Traffic After Closure
Motorists in Gateshead describe 'nightmare' journeys since Park Lane roundabout closed for flyover demolition, with some reporting 45-minute waits.
Brit woman dies after Spanish wildfire; partner critical
Lisa Fryett from Canvey Island has died in Spain after a wildfire, leaving partner Simon Batchelor critical. Over £65,000 raised.
Airport clarifies pin curls policy after TikTok video
Manchester Airport has clarified its Escape Lounge dress code, stating hair rollers or pin curls must be covered with a head scarf, after a TikTok video sparked discussion.
UK weather maps show 36C heatwave in August - 16 counties above 35C
Parts of the UK could see temperatures up to 36C by August 12, with 16 counties forecast to exceed 35C, according to WXCharts maps.
Essex woman dies in Spanish wildfire, partner critical
Lisa Fryett from Canvey Island has died in Spain after a wildfire, leaving partner Simon Batchelor critical. Over £65,000 raised.
Flight Prices Could Rise 25% Due to Fuel Shortages, Expert Warns
Aviation expert Prof Richard Curran warns Brits to prepare for disruption, with ticket prices potentially rising 25% by autumn due to fuel shortages and the Strait of Hormuz blockade.
Tour Femmes stage four: TT to Dijon live
Stage four of the Tour de France Femmes is a time trial to Dijon; follow live updates, results and analysis.
Historic Crosby pub The George Hotel reopens in three weeks
The George Hotel in Crosby will reopen in under three weeks with new independent operators, Murphy's Tavern team, promising restaurant-quality food and a classic pub feel.
Japanese chef hopes NE pop-ups continue after Tokyo return
Naoki Fujioka, who ran kasasagi pop-ups in the North East, returns to Tokyo but hopes events continue with friend Rin Akiyama taking over.
TUI, easyJet, Ryanair and Jet2: August Travel Advice
Over 350,000 Brits risk invalid passports. TUI, easyJet, Ryanair, and Jet2 issue key travel updates for August, including EES checks and ID rules.
GB News migrant alert interrupts as Burnham faces criticism
GB News breaks for migrant alert as 60,000 cross into Ceuta; presenters slam UK Labour government's handling of migration.
Welsh town has the best pier in the UK, says visitor
A visitor who has explored 43 UK seaside towns says Llandudno has the best pier, while Lyme Regis is his favourite overall.
Iran readied three strikes on Ukraine but pulled out last minute
Iran claims it was poised to strike Ukraine with three huge attacks before an apology from Kyiv led to the cancellation, averting a major escalation.
Met Office names 6 areas facing heavy rain and power cuts
A yellow thunderstorm warning covers six areas in northern Scotland on Wednesday, with heavy rain, hail, and possible power cuts and flash flooding.
Honeymoon ruined as groom stranded by overbooked easyJet flight
A newlywed groom was left stranded at Gatwick after easyJet overbooked their honeymoon flight, forcing the couple to travel separately.
Baltic Triangle event plans for 5,000 face local opposition
Plans for events with up to 5,000 people in Liverpool's Baltic Triangle face objections from residents citing safety and nuisance concerns.
Blackpool Air Show: Don't Feed Gulls, Visitors Urged
Blackpool Air Show attendees are urged not to feed seagulls or leave food waste to prevent bird strikes, as over 350,000 people are expected.
Met Office warns of heavy downpours as cold front arrives
The Met Office forecasts heavy downpours across parts of the UK from Wednesday as a cold front moves in, ending the recent heatwave, but southern areas may stay dry.
UK Heatwave: 10 Counties Could Hit 36C Next Week
Weather models show a new heatwave could bring 36C to 10 English counties next week, with above-average temperatures persisting.
Newsboy's Nap Betweenthesticks Can Land Pontefract Prize Again
Betweenthesticks is Newsboy's nap for Wednesday's 4.15 at Pontefract, seeking a second straight win in the Chaplins Club Handicap, with Garden Oasis as the nb.
UK Solar Eclipse 2026: Best Time to View
The UK's best solar eclipse since 1999 occurs on August 12, with up to 96% coverage. Peak at 7:12pm, lasting two hours. Safe viewing tips and live stream details.
Met Office warns of thunderstorms in 22 UK areas
The Met Office has issued thunderstorm warnings for 22 areas across the UK, with heavy rain and potential disruption expected today and tomorrow.
Free bus travel to Luton Airport in August with boarding pass
Holidaymakers flying from London Luton Airport can travel there for free by bus throughout August, but must show a valid boarding pass for a flight departing that month.
UK Solar Eclipse: Best Spots and Times
On August 12, the UK will see a partial solar eclipse, with the best views in the west and south. Totality is visible in Spain.
Italy opens 1,546km pilgrimage route across six regions
Italy's new camino, Il Cammino di Francesco, spans 1,546km across six regions, honoring Saint Francis. The route was launched to mark the 800th anniversary of his death.
Fred Olsen's 87-Night Amazon and Antarctica Cruise from £11,499
Fred Olsen's new 87-night Amazon and Antarctica Adventure sails from Southampton in 2028, visiting 28 ports across 17 countries, with prices from £11,499pp.
Deliberate fires on Welsh mountain trigger major incident
A wildfire on Llanwonno mountain in Rhondda, burning since Saturday, has been declared a major incident. Deliberate fire-setting is suspected, with 200 football pitches of land scorched.
350k Brits risk EU travel with old passports - check
Around 350,000 Brits have passports issued over 10 years ago, risking denied boarding for EU travel despite in-date expiry. Check your issue date now.
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