6 European hotspots most at risk of flight cancellations
AirAdvisor data reveals the European routes from the UK most likely to face cancellations this summer, with Balearic islands topping the list.
Category : Weather
Historic March Heatwave Shatters Records Across US West
A historic March heatwave in the US west has shattered high-temperature records, with extreme heat warnings in California, Nevada, and Arizona.
Met Office Issues Yellow Wind Warning for Easter Bank Holiday Weekend
Met Office issues 18-hour yellow wind warning for Easter weekend, covering North West, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Met Office issues 'fire breathing dragon clouds' warning
The Met Office warns that wildfires can create 'fire breathing dragon clouds' – pyrocumulonimbus – that worsen blazes with dry lightning and strong winds.
Saharan Dust Cloud Prompts Health Warning for Vulnerable
Saharan dust cloud over UK prompts health warnings for elderly, asthma sufferers and those with breathing difficulties.
Greece Warning: Collecting Shells Could Cost Brits £856
British tourists in Greece risk fines up to £856 for collecting shells or pebbles from beaches; high heels also banned at ancient sites with fines up to £771.
Met Office Issues Thunderstorm Warning with 4cm Hail for Scotland
The Met Office has issued yellow thunderstorm warnings for Scotland with hail up to 4cm, as the UK continues to swelter in extreme heat.
Hand Luggage Only for Majorca as Strikes Hit Airport
Two simultaneous strikes at Palma de Mallorca Airport threaten travel chaos, with experts advising passengers to travel with hand luggage only to bypass check-in and baggage delays.
Tropical Storm Bertha Weakens as It Approaches US Gulf Coast
Tropical Storm Bertha expected to weaken as it nears US, bringing heavy rain and flooding risk from Florida to Louisiana.
EasyJet flight diverts to Newcastle for medical emergency
An easyJet flight from Manchester to Copenhagen made an urgent diversion to Newcastle due to a passenger requiring medical attention. The flight was met by emergency services.
British trekker killed in Patagonia storm: survivor says staff dismissed weather concerns
Survivor Tom Player says staff dismissed weather concerns before fatal Patagonia blizzard killed British woman and four others
68-Hour UK Rain Warning Sparks Flood Fears
Met Office issues amber warnings as 68-hour rain band threatens flooding in the Lake District and Glasgow, with evacuations discussed.
East Coast Braces for Severe Flooding as Major Storm Hits 120 Million Americans
A powerful coastal storm threatens severe flooding, high winds, and dangerous rip currents for 120 million along the US East Coast. Florida to New York affected.
UK Warns of Risks in Popular Holiday Destinations
Travel experts warn UK tourists that popular holiday destinations like Barcelona, Paris, and Cancun pose crime, natural disaster, and health risks.
Pleasure park ride derails leaving 14 injured including three children of one family
Father describes moment Wacky Worm ride derailed at Coney Beach Amusement Park, leaving 14 injured, including his three children.
Ghana's Machete Dance: A Cultural Spectacle in the Volta Region
Experience Ghana's machete dancing, drumming, and spicy snails in the Volta Region.
Pure Amazon Riverboat: Luxurious Amazon Safari Review
Gina Jackson reviews Pure Amazon, a sleek riverboat in Peru's Pacaya-Samiria Reserve, offering a luxurious floating safari with expert naturalists and top-notch amenities.
Passport warning for France, Greece, Italy and Spain
Over one million UK passports may not meet EU entry requirements. Travellers to France, Greece, Italy and Spain must check validity and issue date.
Travel hack: two suitcases for price of one
A viral TikTok travel hack shows how to check in two bags for the price of one by packing a suitcase inside another, with savvy tips for the return trip.
Why Brits Choose Trains Over Flights for UK City Travel
Two-thirds of Brits prefer trains to flights between UK cities, with rail travel costing 71% less on average, saving £147 per journey, according to new research.
UK weather maps show 6C cold snap across 22 counties
Temperatures could plunge to 6C in northern Scotland next week as a cold snap sweeps the UK, with 22 counties forecast to see daytime highs below 10C, weather maps show.
Tenterden: Kent's Underrated Town with Independent Shops
Tenterden, the 'Jewel of the Weald,' boasts a thriving high street with independent shops, award-winning wineries, historic sites, and a heritage railway.
Ideal Dog Walk: 1 Hour 7 Mins, 16 Sniffs, Water
A poll of 1,800 owners reveals the perfect dog walk: 67 minutes, 16 sniffing spots, water to splash, and top destinations like the Lake District and New Forest.
Wales set for weekend downpours after dry July
After weeks of heatwave and drought, Wales expects heavy rain from Sunday. The Met Office forecasts downpours across much of the country, ending a record-dry July.
Japan Quake Kills 13, Shopping Centre Collapses
At least 13 people died and 36,900 households lost power after a 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck southwestern Japan, collapsing a shopping centre in Kashima.
Warning over dangerous travel adaptors sold online
Every travel adaptor tested from Amazon, eBay, AliExpress and TikTok Shop failed safety checks, with over 10,000 potentially sold in the UK.
Manchester Airport flight delays cancellations July 29
Manchester Airport expects busiest summer with 5.7M passengers. On July 29, Finnair and easyJet flights delayed; no cancellations.
Partial solar eclipse: Scotland cities see 90% blackout
A partial solar eclipse on August 12 will see Glasgow experience 91.4% coverage and Edinburgh 90.7%, the deepest since 2015 in the UK.
Egyptian sleep method cools UK homes in heatwave
Amber heat-health alerts are in place as the UK faces 35C temperatures; the Egyptian sleep method, using a damp sheet, can help cool bedrooms without air conditioning.
Northern line suspension after person hit at Highgate
The Northern Line is partially suspended after a person was hit by a train at Highgate, with no southbound trains between East Finchley and Archway.
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