Greater Manchester Weather: 10-Hour Thunderstorm Warning
The Met Office has issued a 10-hour yellow thunderstorm warning for Greater Manchester from midnight to 10am on June 26, with heavy rain and lightning expected after record heat.
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Travel Writer's Favourite Welsh Beach: Marloes Sands
Travel writer Amy Jones reveals why Marloes Sands in Pembrokeshire, Wales, is her top beach pick: unspoilt golden sand, blue waters, and no crowds, even in summer.
Northern Issues Essential Travel Warning for Manchester
Northern advises Greater Manchester passengers to only travel if essential amid extreme heatwave, with reduced services on all trains in and out of Manchester and line closures.
Elderly woman's heatwave rant on BBC Breakfast goes viral
An elderly woman on BBC Breakfast perfectly captured the UK's mood during the heatwave, saying she prefers 23°C and rejecting the forecast 40°C. Her reaction went viral.
Sudoku 7,359 Hard: Fill Grid with Numbers 1-9
Solve Sudoku 7,359 hard: fill every row, column, and 3x3 box with numbers 1-9. Solutions appear in Saturday's or Monday's Guardian.
Trionda Ball 'Drag Crisis' Baffles Goalkeepers at World Cup
Algeria's Luca Zidane among goalkeepers struggling with Adidas Trionda ball; academic paper confirms 'drag crisis' effect at certain speeds, making saves harder.
Explore Cambridge's Hidden Gems from New South Station
Cambridge South station opens on 28 June, offering access to art trails, swimming spots, and bat safaris. Discover lesser-known treasures on foot or by public transport.
F1 Heat Hazard at Austrian GP as Temperatures Soar
Formula One’s governing body has declared a heat hazard for the Austrian Grand Prix for the first time this season, requiring teams to fit driver cooling systems as temperatures exceed 31°C.
UK Households Urged to Stockpile 7 Items for Thunderstorms
The Met Office issues yellow thunderstorm warning for England and Scotland; households urged to prepare emergency flood kits with 7 essential items including torch, batteries, and insurance documents.
Tenerife Airport Warning: Arrive Early for New EU Checks
Brits heading to Tenerife this summer are advised to arrive early and expect queues at the airport due to new EU Entry/Exit System (EES) border checks, especially when departing to the UK.
Met Office Issues 5-Hour Thunderstorm Warning for 31 Areas
The Met Office has issued an extended yellow thunderstorm warning for 31 areas across the UK, with lightning, hail, and gusts up to 60mph expected from 6pm to 11pm on Thursday.
Met Office 10-Hour Thunderstorm Warning for 75 Areas
A yellow thunderstorm warning covers 75 areas across England and Wales from midnight to 10am Friday, with 60mph winds and 2mm/hr rain possible, causing power cuts and travel disruption.
Spain Airport Warning: Palma and Alicante Hit by Delays
UK holidaymakers face long queues at Spanish airports due to new EU EES system and flight delays. Palma delays doubled to 7.60%, Alicante nearly tripled to 11.73%, with average wait of 124 minutes for delayed flights.
Spain Airport Delays Double: UK Holidaymakers Face Compensation
Flight delays at Spanish airports have surged, with Palma and Alicante seeing rates double and triple. Passengers may claim UK261 compensation for delays over three hours.
Met Office Confirms Hottest Day of Year as 36.4C Heatwave
The UK recorded its hottest June day ever at 36.4C in Yeovilton, Somerset, surpassing Wednesday's 36.1C in Gosport, according to the Met Office.
Top 20 Hotel Faux Pas: Sun Lounger Towel Reserve, Smoking
Etiquette coach William Hanson and Hotels.com reveal the biggest hotel faux pas, including reserving sun loungers with towels, smoking in rooms, and stealing items. 90% of guests consider themselves considerate, but 39% say respect has declined.
UK Weather Maps Show Temperatures Dropping to 6C After Heatwave
UK weather maps from WXCharts reveal temperatures will drop to 6C in Scotland on June 30, ending the current heatwave. Relief from scorching conditions is expected across the country.
UK's Best Dog-Friendly Beaches 2026: 4 in Cornwall
Western Parade in Eastbourne tops Yumove's list of the UK's best dog-friendly beaches for summer 2026, with four Cornish beaches in the top ten.
UK Weather: 54 Counties Below 10C as Heatwave Ends
The UK heatwave will break more records today with temperatures up to 38C, but GFS models show 54 counties plunging below 10C on Monday, with some areas as low as 5C.
4.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Gran Canaria, Felt Across Canary Islands
A 4.8 magnitude earthquake hit Gran Canaria, felt across the Canary Islands, with scientists clarifying it is unrelated to Tenerife's volcanic activity.
UK Weather Maps Show Exact Date for Snow Return Amid -5C Cold Snap
Weather maps show snow returning to UK on Sunday, with temperatures plunging to -5C amid a cold snap that may last weeks.
39 UK Counties on Snow Alert for 10-Inch Blizzards
Blizzards and ice hit 39 UK counties, closing schools and roads, with up to 25cm of snow and temperatures dropping to -10C.
UK Heatwave: Red Warning Extended, When Will It End?
A rare red extreme heat warning has been extended into Friday for London and southeast England. Temperatures hit 36.1C, breaking a 1976 record. The heat is expected to ease by Sunday.
Pineapple Express Storms Threaten West Coast With Severe Flooding
Atmospheric rivers bring heavy rain, strong winds, and flash flood risks to California, with potential for severe impacts in burn scar areas.
112 UK Areas Told to Prepare to Turn Off Gas, Water, Electricity
The Met Office has issued yellow thunderstorm warnings for 112 UK areas, urging households to prepare emergency flood plans including turning off gas, water and electricity. Up to 30mm of rain per hour expected.
Arctic Blast to Bring Up to 59cm Snow Across UK, Weather Maps Show
Arctic blast to bring up to 59cm snow across UK, affecting 13 cities from March 5. Scotland, northern England and Wales hit hardest.
UK Set for 25C Heatwave on June 8 as Hot Plume Arrives from Europe
UK braces for 25C heatwave on June 8 as hot air plume from Europe brings warm weather, especially in London and southern England.
UK Snow Maps Show 24-Hour May Blizzard Reaching Leicester
UK snow maps show a 24-hour blizzard may hit parts of the UK in May, reaching as far south as Leicester, with temperatures plunging to -8C in Scotland.
UK Braces for 51-Hour Blizzard as Nine Cities on Snow Alert
UK hit by blizzards and freezing temperatures, with nine cities on snow alert, school closures, and travel disruption.
Met Office to Launch Two-Week Weather Forecasts
Met Office to extend forecasts to 14 days using probabilistic approach, based on new research showing public can understand uncertainty.
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