Exact Date UK Will See Solar Eclipse This Summer
The UK will witness a partial solar eclipse on August 12, 2026, with up to 95% Sun coverage in some areas, the best since 1999. Timings vary by location.
Category : Weather
New EU Rules Triple Airport Wait Times for UK Tourists
The new EU Entry/Exit System (EES) has tripled passport control times for UK tourists at some airports, with waits rising from 7 to 20 minutes at Rome's Fiumicino and from 10 to 30 minutes at Faro.
Liverpool Heat Alert Ends as Next Heatwave Could Hit 38C
The UKHSA yellow heat health alert for Liverpool has ended, but temperatures could reach 38C next week, potentially making July 29 the hottest day of the year.
Met Office Maps Show 17 UK Areas Facing Heavy Rain This Week
Heavy rain will hit 17 parts of the UK this week as a weather front moves in from the Atlantic, ending the heatwave. Scotland and Northern Ireland will be drenched from Friday.
DWP Reaffirms Frozen State Pension Policy Abroad
The UK Government confirms State Pension increases only apply in countries with reciprocal agreements, leaving hundreds of thousands of retirees abroad with frozen payments.
Freak Accident Revealed Hidden Side of Accessible Travel
After a freak accident shattered her leg, a travel editor discovered the world of accessible tourism, from TUI's expert support to a perfect holiday in Puerto Pollensa, Majorca.
Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Pepsi Max: Key Differences Explained
Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, and Pepsi Max differ in sugar, calories, caffeine, and taste. Pepsi Max leads with 69 mg caffeine per 12 oz; Diet Pepsi has ~36 mg. UK's best-selling cola by units is Pepsi Max, valued at £820.9 million.
UK Heatwave: 31C Forecast for 15 English Counties
UK weather maps show deep red as a 31C heatwave is forecast for 15 English counties on July 31, following a cooler start to the week with scattered showers.
UK Heatwave: 19 Counties Above 30C, Maps Red
Another heatwave will hit the UK at the end of the week, with 19 counties forecast to reach above 30C. Maps show deep volcanic red as temperatures climb to 31C in the south.
Vaud: Switzerland's Slow Tourism Paradise on Lake Geneva
Vaud, a Swiss canton on Lake Geneva, offers 'slow tourism' with free lake swimming, hiking, and markets. Escape overcrowding in Lausanne and enjoy tulip festivals, wine tastings, and Roman history.
Met Office Forecasts Rain for Monday Across 12 UK Areas
The Met Office has forecast rain across the UK on Monday, with 12 areas including parts of Scotland, Northern Ireland, and England expected to see downpours. Patchy light rain and drizzle will affect northern regions, while southern areas remain mostly dr
Three August Mediterranean Meltdowns to Hit UK with 38C Heat
After a fortnight of roasting temperatures, three August 'Mediterranean meltdowns' are forecast, with potential highs of 38C. Showers next week will ease conditions before heat returns.
Wales: Very Warm Weather but Showers Possible
The Met Office predicts more 'very warm' weather for Wales, but the dry spell is set to end with possible showers on Wednesday, July 22. Temperatures could reach 25C on Monday.
Met Office Warns Scotland of Heavy Rain on Monday
The Met Office warns Scotland and parts of England face heavy downpours and travel disruption on Monday, with 12 areas on alert for surface flooding.
5.5 Magnitude Earthquake in Peru's Andes Kills 5
A 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck Peru's Andes region, killing at least five people and injuring dozens, with damage to homes and infrastructure in remote areas.
Met Office UV Warning for Merseyside After Heatwave
The Met Office warns UV levels will remain high or very high in the coming days, despite falling temperatures. Cancer Research UK advises sun protection.
UK Weather: Temperatures to Plunge 11C Below July Average
UK temperatures are set to plummet on July 28, with some areas falling as low as 6C, 11C below the July average, according to WXCharts forecasts.
Tuchel Hails 'Something Very Special' as England Beat France 6-4
England secured their first World Cup third-place finish in 60 years with a 6-4 win over France, as Thomas Tuchel praised the team's emotional journey and called for continued improvement.
Council of Europe Chief Slams Fifa Over Fraud at 2026 World Cup
Council of Europe chief Alain Berset accuses Fifa of providing an 'open door to fraud' and questions World Cup integrity, urging reform before 2030.
Met Office Warns of Rain in 12 UK Areas After Sunshine
The Met Office warns Brits to brace for wet weather in 12 parts of the UK, with heavy rain expected from Monday, especially in northern areas.
15 UK Counties Could Hit 38°C: Hottest Day of Year
The UK could see its hottest day of 2026 on July 29, with 15 counties potentially reaching 38°C, surpassing the previous record of 37.7°C in Norfolk.
Met Office names 20 areas facing rain on Monday
The Met Office has forecast light rain for 20 areas across the UK on Monday, July 20, as the recent heatwave gives way to cooler temperatures below 25C.
Couple Ditch Cornwall for Quieter Northumberland Coast
A couple swapped Cornwall for Bamburgh, Northumberland, citing overcrowding. Bamburgh was named UK's best seaside destination for the sixth year in a row in a Which? survey, scoring 84%.
UK Temps to Plummet 11C Below Average on July 28
Temperatures across the UK are set to drop as low as 6C on July 28, with highs 11C below average in some areas, according to WXCharts and the Met Office.
World Cup Final Weather: Spain vs Argentina Amid Smoke
Wildfire smoke from Canada lingers over New York ahead of the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, but cancellation or delay is unlikely. Air quality improving, with sunny 27°C expected at kick-off.
Met Office names 12 areas facing downpours on Monday
The Met Office has placed 12 UK areas on alert for Monday downpours as hot weather gives way to rain, with Scotland, Northern Ireland, and eastern England most affected.
Josh Kerr breaks mile world record, praised by Steve Cram
Josh Kerr broke the mile world record with a time of 3:42.66 in London, praised by track legend Steve Cram as one of the all-time greats.
Holidaymakers Swap Cornwall for Quieter Bamburgh Beach
Holidaymakers who swapped Cornwall for Bamburgh in Northumberland say they have no regrets, citing overcrowding. Bamburgh was named UK's best seaside destination for sixth year in Which? survey.
World Cup Final Delay Fears as New York Hit by Flash Floods
New York flash floods cause traffic chaos hours before Spain vs Argentina World Cup final, sparking delay fears amid submerged vehicles and stranded fire engines.
UK Solar Eclipse: Best Views Since 1999 on August 12
The UK will experience a partial solar eclipse on August 12, 2026, with up to 95% sun coverage, the most impressive since 1999. Timings and peak coverage vary by location.
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