Hundreds of flights delayed up to 11 hours as storms hit UK
Nearly 800 flights from Heathrow and Gatwick have been delayed or cancelled as thunderstorms replace the UK heatwave, with delays of up to 11 hours.
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UK's Most Underrated Seaside Villages: Lynton and Lynmouth
Daily Express reporter Toby Codd visits Lynton and Lynmouth, dubbed England's 'Little Switzerland,' and calls them the most beautiful place he's ever been, with dramatic cliffs, a unique cliff railway, and a world-famous cricket pitch.
Two Rescued After Plane Crash Lands in Sea Off Welsh Coast
Two people were rescued from a microlight that crash-landed in Cardigan Bay, Wales, on Friday evening. They were found sitting on the wing and taken ashore by lifeboat.
Two Rescued in Microlight Crash Off Welsh Coast
Two people were rescued after a microlight aircraft ditched into Cardigan Bay off the Welsh coast on Friday evening, with rescuers finding the pair sitting on the wing of the plane.
Plane Crash-Lands in Sea Off UK Coast: Two Rescued
A small plane crash-landed in Cardigan Bay off the coast of Wales on Friday evening. Two people were rescued from the wing by RNLI lifeboats and taken to hospital.
UK Braces for 800-Mile Snow Bomb and Heavy Snow in 12 Counties
UK braces for 800-mile snow bomb on Nov 21 with up to 50cm in Aberdeen; Met Office warns of possible snow from Sunday.
Seven Cars Submerged by Thames High Tide at Chiswick Pub
Seven cars submerged by Thames high tide at Chiswick pub after supermoon. Flood alert issued by Environment Agency.
Lightning Strike Kills One and Injures 13 at New Jersey Archery Range
One dead, 13 injured after lightning strikes New Jersey archery range; victims aged 7-61.
600+ flights delayed at Heathrow and Gatwick due to weather
More than 600 flights have been delayed and dozens cancelled at Heathrow and Gatwick airports due to adverse weather conditions, with delays of up to six hours reported.
Grave Fears for Missing Couple and Dog After Plane Vanishes Off Tasmania
Tasmanian police hold grave concerns for a couple and their dog missing after their plane vanished en route from George Town to NSW.
British Couple Survive Turkey Earthquake After 54 Hours
British couple rescued 54 hours after Turkey earthquake; death toll passes 24,000 as aid convoys reach Syria.
Spanish Police Search for Missing British Teenager in Tenerife Mountains
Spanish police search for Jay Slater, 19, missing in Tenerife mountains after attempting an 11-hour walk back to his accommodation.
Jay Slater's Final Words Before Disappearance Revealed
Jay Slater's friend reveals his final words before death in Tenerife; new documentary airs September 28.
Heatwave Could Cause UK Building Collapses, Warn Insurers
UK homeowners warned of building collapse risk due to heatwave-induced subsidence; £153m in claims in first half of 2025.
Canadian visitor left 'gobsmacked' by friendliness of Scousers in Liverpool
Canadian Matt Giffen shares his honest impressions of Liverpool after a five-day visit, praising the friendliness of Scousers and community spirit.
British Airways Flight Diverts to Manchester Due to Technical Issue
British Airways flight BA1306 from Heathrow to Aberdeen diverted to Manchester due to technical issue; emergency landing reported.
UK Braces for More Flooding as Wet Weather Persists
UK faces more flooding and snow as wet weather continues, with 73 flood warnings and 177 alerts in place.
UK Heatwave Ends as Thunderstorms and Rain Arrive
UK heatwave ends with thunderstorms and rain; drought persists as wildfires and water restrictions continue.
UK Heatwave: Amber Warning Extended as Temperatures Remain High
Met Office extends amber heat warning; UK records hottest June day; health alerts issued.
Pack Batteries in Cabin to Avoid Deadly Fire Risk, Warns CAA
The UK Civil Aviation Authority warns that packing lithium batteries in checked luggage poses a deadly fire risk, with incidents nearly doubling in 2025. Passengers must take devices like phones, vapes, and power banks into the cabin.
Heathrow and Gatwick Flights Delayed After Thunderstorms
Over 300 flights delayed or cancelled at Heathrow and Gatwick due to thunderstorms. EasyJet and BA affected; delays expected to continue.
Met Office Lists 20 Rain-Affected Areas for Tuesday After Heatwave
The Met Office has identified 20 areas across the UK, including Scotland, the Midlands, and southwestern England, that will experience heavy rain on Tuesday, June 30, following record-breaking June heat.
Met Office forecasts big temperature drop for Greater Manchester
After days of sweltering temperatures, the Met Office predicts a significant cooldown in Greater Manchester this weekend, with highs dropping from 28C to 21C by Sunday.
Spain Fingerprint Exemption: Some UK Travellers Not Required
Children under 12 and Irish passport holders are exempt from fingerprint scans under the new EU Entry/Exit System when entering Spain and the Schengen area. All travellers must still be photographed.
Brits stuck abroad face flight chaos, worry about England match
British holidaymakers face lengthy delays in European airports as thunderstorms over the English Channel prevent flights from leaving on time, with some worried about missing the England match.
Met Office Extends Amber Heat Warning, No Exercise 11am-3pm
The Met Office has extended its amber extreme heat warning into Sunday, covering eastern England and the south-east. People in 31 areas are urged to avoid outdoor exercise from 11am to 3pm.
Exmouth Beach Named UK's Best for 2026 by AA
Exmouth Beach in East Devon has been ranked the UK's best beach for 2026 by the AA, scoring 76.42 overall with perfect water quality and 27,100 monthly Google searches.
Two Rescued After Aircraft Crash-Lands Off Welsh Coast
Two people were rescued from the sea after a microlight crash-landed near Cardigan Island off the Ceredigion coast on Friday evening, with coastguard and RNLI teams responding.
Body of Missing Man Recovered from River Severn in Heatwave
Brody Leach's body was recovered from the River Severn in Shrewsbury after he got into difficulty during the UK heatwave, West Mercia Police confirmed.
Met Office: North East to Cool Down After Heatwave
The Met Office confirms North East temperatures will drop from this weekend after a heatwave, with highs falling from 28°C on Saturday to 22°C on Sunday, bringing more seasonable weather.
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