Calls for Nats boss to resign after second UK air traffic failure in two years
Nats boss faces calls to resign after second technical failure in two years causes flight delays across UK.
Category : Weather
Strong Aftershock Terrifies Venezuelans After Twin Quakes
A 5.6-magnitude aftershock struck Venezuela on June 29, 2026, terrifying residents days after twin quakes killed at least 15 and injured hundreds.
Spain's Balearic Islands Tighten Alcohol Rules for UK Tourists
Spain's Balearic Islands enforce strict alcohol rules for UK tourists, banning happy hours and late-night sales in Majorca and Ibiza resorts.
JetBlue Pilot Reports Drone Strike at 3,000ft on JFK Approach
A JetBlue pilot reported a drone strike at 3,000ft while approaching JFK Airport. The FAA is investigating. No damage was found after landing.
Settled Week Before Heatwave Returns: Met Office
After record June temperatures of 37.7°C, the Met Office forecasts a settled week with low to mid-20s°C before heatwave conditions potentially return from July 6.
JetBlue Pilot Reports Drone Strike at JFK Airport
A JetBlue pilot reported a minor collision with a drone at 3,000ft while approaching JFK Airport on June 29, 2026. The aircraft landed safely with no damage, and the FAA is investigating.
Germany vs Paraguay World Cup: TV channel, live stream, kick-off
Germany face Paraguay in the World Cup round of 32 on Monday 29 June. UK viewers can watch live on BBC One from 9pm, with kick-off at 9:30pm. Stream via BBC iPlayer. In the US, FOX Sports and fuboTV carry the match.
Met Office Confirms Key Difference in Third UK Heatwave
The Met Office forecasts a third UK heatwave next week, but says it will be less humid than last week's record-breaking event, making it feel more tolerable.
JetBlue Flight Hits Drone Near JFK Airport
A JetBlue Airways pilot reported striking a drone while approaching JFK Airport at about 3,000 feet on Monday morning, prompting an FAA investigation.
Starwatch: Ophiuchus the Serpent Bearer Straddles the Equator
This week's starwatch features Ophiuchus, the serpent bearer, a large faint constellation visible from both hemispheres as the moon sits in Sagittarius's teapot.
Lightning Strikes Eiffel Tower During Paris Storm
Lightning struck the Eiffel Tower on Saturday night during a powerful thunderstorm, as France grapples with a deadly June heatwave. The WHO reports over 1,300 excess deaths in Europe since June 21.
Western Snow, Eastern Heatwave, Wildfire Risk Surges
Unseasonal snow in the north-west US contrasts with a heatwave pushing temperatures toward 40C in New York and Washington DC, while wildfires worsen in the west.
Venezuela Earthquake: Miracle Rescues, 1,450 Dead
A mother and her 18-day-old baby survived 32 hours under rubble after Venezuela's twin earthquakes. Death toll reaches 1,450 with over 46,600 missing.
Strawberry Moon 2026: UK Visibility Tonight at 12.57am
Tonight's strawberry moon is a micromoon, peaking at 12.57am in the UK. Named by Native Americans for June's strawberry harvest, it appears slightly smaller and dimmer than usual.
Met Office Warns Temperatures Will Rise: Next Heatwave Could Hit UK
After record-breaking June temperatures, the Met Office warns of another heatwave around July 8, with potential highs of 37C in London and surrounding areas.
Met Office: New UK Heatwave 'Increasingly Likely' This Weekend
The Met Office has confirmed another UK heatwave is 'increasingly likely' this weekend, though temperatures are unlikely to reach last week's extreme highs of over 35°C.
Two European Airports May Scrap EU Biometric Rules for Brits
Rome Fiumicino and Ciampino airports may join Greece in waiving EU biometric registration for Brits this summer to avoid travel chaos, as Frontex allows temporary relief.
UK Heatwave: 41C Forecast for July 7, 40 Counties Above 35C
New weather maps show temperatures could reach 41C in Lincolnshire and Cambridgeshire on July 7, with 40 counties exceeding 35C across England.
Northern Lights to Illuminate UK Skies After Rare Severe Geomagnetic Storm
Rare severe geomagnetic storm (G4) brings Northern Lights to UK this weekend, visible in Scotland, Northern Ireland, northern England and Wales.
Winter Weather Warnings Issued Across Multiple US States
Winter storm warnings issued for multiple US states, including Washington, California, and Alaska, with heavy snow and blizzard conditions expected.
Record Snowfall in Eastern Russia and Storm Harry Floods Mediterranean
Record snowfall in eastern Russia leaves two dead; Storm Harry causes historic floods in Tunisia, Algeria, Libya and Italy.
Son's Heartbreak as Mother Drowns in Derbyshire Floods
Son finds mother's body in flooded Chesterfield home after Storm Babet, criticises lack of action on flood defences.
Manchester Airport Celebrates Three Major Airline Anniversaries with Flash Sale
Manchester Airport celebrates anniversaries of Icelandair, SAS, and Singapore Airlines with flash sales and events.
2025 Confirmed as UK's Hottest and Sunniest Year on Record
2025 was the UK's hottest and sunniest year on record, with mean temperature 10.09°C and 1,648.5 sunshine hours, driven by climate change.
Victoria Floods Displace 400, Destroy Dozens of Cars as Fires Continue
Flash flooding in Victoria displaces 400, destroys dozens of cars as 10 major fires continue to burn across the state.
Cyclone Fina Clean-Up Underway in Darwin After Worst Storm Since Tracy
Cyclone Fina, the strongest storm since Tracy in 1974, hits Darwin with 195km/h gusts, damaging homes and cutting power to 19,500 properties.
Met Office Names 14 Areas Facing Heavy Rain Hours After Heatwave
Heavy rain is set to hit 14 UK areas tonight after record-breaking June heat, with temperatures dropping below 20°C and brisk winds expected in Scotland and northwest England.
Plane with 106 passengers nearly hits drone landing at Newark
A United Airlines flight with 106 passengers came within 100 feet of a drone while landing at Newark Liberty International Airport, prompting an FAA investigation.
Caracas Earthquake Horror: Huge Aftershock Rocks Venezuela
A powerful aftershock has struck Caracas, Venezuela, adding to the devastation from a series of earthquakes. The country is on high alert as multiple tremors continue.
Sunbed Wars at 2am: Holidaymaker Films Madness in Lanzarote
A tourist captured dozens of sun beds reserved with towels at 2am in a Lanzarote hotel, sparking debate over the annual 'sunbed wars' that plague European resorts.
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