London heatwave to last eight days, forecaster warns
An amber heat-health alert for London runs until Sunday as the third heatwave of the year brings temperatures up to 34C, with forecasts predicting an eight-day heatwave.
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Bamburgh Beach Named England's Most Unusual
Bamburgh Beach in Northumberland has been named England's most unusual beach by Icelandair, ranking 24th in Europe for its volcanic rock formations and high TripAdvisor rating.
Fans vs Air Conditioning: Best Cooling for UK Heatwave
Tech expert compares fans, air coolers, and AC units for cooling each room during a UK heatwave, with tips on keeping your home comfortable without breaking the bank.
GMB Viewers Slam Heatwave Coverage: 'Give Us a Break'
Good Morning Britain viewers criticized the show's repeated heatwave coverage, calling it excessive and complaining about the focus on England.
UK July Heatwave May Last 15 Days, Temperatures Up to 37C
The UK is experiencing its third heatwave of the year, with temperatures exceeding 30°C and possibly reaching 37°C. The hot spell could last until July 22, according to weather models.
Egypt File FIFA Complaint Over Referee After Argentina Loss
Egypt have filed an official complaint to FIFA over referee Francois Letexier's performance in their World Cup quarter-final loss to Argentina, demanding the officiating team be removed from the tournament.
GMB Fans Slam 'Nonsense' Heatwave Coverage
Good Morning Britain viewers have complained about excessive coverage of the third heatwave of the year, calling it 'nonsense' and urging the show to stop 'weaponising' the weather.
V&A Director Questions Rush to Return Colonial Artefacts
V&A director Tristram Hunt argues against automatic return of colonial artefacts, citing nuanced museum roles and need for careful provenance research.
Friday the 13th in 2026: Three Dates and Superstition Origins
Friday the 13th in 2026 occurs three times. Origins include the Last Supper and the 1307 arrest of Knights Templar.
GMB viewers complain about heatwave coverage
Good Morning Britain viewers voiced frustration over extensive heatwave coverage on July 8, 2026, calling for a break from repeated weather warnings.
Storm Chandra to Bring 70mph Winds and Flooding to Ireland
Storm Chandra brings 70mph winds, rain, and snow to Ireland, with warnings for power outages, flooding, and travel disruption.
Arctic Blast to Dump 10 Inches of Snow on Spanish Holiday Hotspots
Arctic blast brings up to 10 inches of snow to northern Spain, with weather warnings issued for multiple regions including tourist hotspots.
UK Braces for Snow and Ice as Met Office Issues Warnings
UK braces for snow and ice as Met Office issues yellow warnings for Scotland and northern England, with travel disruption likely.
Met Office Gets Funny Storm Name Ideas Like Prince Andrew
Met Office receives thousands of funny storm name suggestions including Prince Andrew and Elon Gust, but says comedy names cannot be used for safety reasons.
London Heatwave: Temperatures to Rise Higher Today
Temperatures in London are set to climb to 34C today as the city faces an 'incredibly long-lived' heatwave, with amber health warnings and travel disruption expected.
Port Eynon Bay: One of UK's Safest Family Beaches in 2026
Port Eynon Bay in Swansea ranks as one of the UK's safest family beaches, scoring 71.49/100 in AA research for lifeguards, cleanliness, and amenities.
UK Heatwave to Last 15 Days: All Locations Bracing for 35C+
The UK heatwave is forecast to persist for another 15 days, with temperatures soaring above 35C in 23 counties across England and Wales, according to the GFS weather model.
Storm Goretti Causes Widespread Power Cuts and Travel Disruption
Storm Goretti causes power cuts, school closures, and travel chaos across UK with 99mph winds and heavy snow.
Winter Heat Wave Sends Southern California Temperatures to 90s
Southern California faces a winter heat wave with temperatures reaching 90s, 20 degrees above normal, prompting health warnings and cooling centres.
Record-Breaking Blizzard and Bomb Cyclone Batter Northeast US
A record-breaking blizzard and bomb cyclone hit the Northeast US, dumping over 30 inches of snow, cancelling thousands of flights, and leaving hundreds of thousands without power.
UK Travel Advice Updated for 29 Countries as EU Border Rules Change
UK updates travel advice for 29 EU countries as new digital border checks cause delays and missed flights.
Newcastle Heatwave: Hourly Forecast and Health Warning
A yellow heat health warning is in place across the North East from 8-12 July as the UK faces its third heatwave, with Newcastle reaching 26°C on 8 July.
Oven Glass Stains Vanish in 10 Mins Without Scrubbing
Cleaning expert Melissa George reveals that a magic eraser removes oven glass stains in 10-15 minutes without scrubbing or chemicals, using a simple technique with wet and dry sponges.
Met Office Warns of Very High UV in Four UK Areas
The Met Office warns of 'very high' UV levels (10) in South-west, South-east, East England, and Wales on Wednesday, urging precautions as the third heatwave hits.
Monster Winter Storm Threatens Half of US with 16 States Declaring Emergencies
Monster winter storm threatens half of US; 16 states declare emergencies as Arctic blast brings snow, ice, and record cold.
Japan Lifts Tsunami Warnings After 7.7-Magnitude Quake, Warns of Possible Megaquake
Japan lifts tsunami warnings after 7.7-magnitude quake; no deaths reported but 100 homes without power. Risk of megaquake remains elevated for a week.
Storm Amy: First Named Storm of Season Brings 80mph Winds and Rain Warnings
Storm Amy, the first named storm of the season, brings 80mph winds and heavy rain to northern UK with yellow warnings for wind and rain.
Heavy Rain and Storms Batter NSW Coastline Over Wet Weekend
NSW braces for severe weekend storms and flooding with heavy rain, thunderstorms, and large hail forecast across multiple states.
Nine Killed in Odesa Flash Floods Including Family-of-Five
Nine killed, including a family of five, as flash floods submerge Odesa after record rainfall. Rescue efforts save 362, one missing.
Met Office Issues Heavy Rain and Thunder Warnings for 32 UK Areas
Met Office issues yellow warnings for thunderstorms and heavy rain across 32 UK areas, with risk of flooding, lightning, and travel disruption.
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