Met Office Issues Weather Warnings for 70mph Winds and Heavy Rain Across UK
Met Office issues yellow weather warnings for 70mph winds and heavy rain across UK this weekend, with risk of flooding in saturated areas.
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Man Struck by Lightning While on Sofa Describes 'Unreal' Experience
A blacksmith from Oxfordshire recounts being struck by lightning while playing a video game at home, suffering burns and ongoing nerve damage.
EasyJet and Ryanair Warn of Flight Disruptions Amid French Air Traffic Control Strike
EasyJet and Ryanair warn of flight disruptions due to French air traffic control strike from Oct 7-10, affecting hundreds of thousands of passengers.
Fatal Light Plane Crash at Swansea Airport Under Investigation
Investigation begins after a light plane crash near Swansea kills pilot, injures passenger; engine failure considered.
Storm Henk Causes River Bourne to Burst Banks in Surrey
River Bourne in Chertsey bursts banks after Storm Henk, with 20 flood warnings in Surrey. Residents urged to avoid floodwater.
UK Braces for -11C Arctic Blast and 13 Inches of Snow Next Week
UK braces for -11C Arctic blast and up to 13 inches of snow next week, with blizzards forecast in Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, and southwest England.
Massive Earthquake and Tsunami in Russia Trigger Global Evacuation, Little Damage Reported
An 8.8-magnitude earthquake off Russia triggered a Pacific-wide tsunami, but effective warnings and evacuations limited damage and casualties.
21-Hour Arctic Blizzard Forecast to Hit UK in December
UK faces 21-hour Arctic blizzard on Dec 15, with snow in Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, and northern England. BBC and Met Office forecasts.
7.5 Magnitude Earthquake Near Tonga Prompts Tsunami Alert
A 7.5-magnitude earthquake near Tonga triggers tsunami warning; no damage reported. Depth prevents tsunami threat, authorities urge caution.
EasyJet Pilot Suspended After Naked Wandering at Cape Verde Hotel
EasyJet suspends a pilot after he allegedly wandered naked around a Cape Verde hotel following a drinking session, grounding him before a flight to Gatwick.
Royal Marines Storm Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker
Dramatic footage shows Royal Marine commandos storming a Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in the English Channel, dealing a major blow to Putin's war in Ukraine.
Heat Dome Expands East Threatening 23 US States
Heat dome expands east, threatening 23 US states with temperatures at or above 100F, affecting up to 200 million people.
Magnitude-7.8 Earthquake in Southern Philippines Kills at Least 37
Magnitude-7.8 earthquake in southern Philippines kills 37, injures 479, triggers tsunami warnings, causes building collapses and power outages.
UK Braces for 'Disruptive Snow' as Arctic Blast Brings First Taste of Winter
UK braces for disruptive snow and freezing temperatures as Arctic blast brings first taste of winter, with up to 20cm of snow expected.
Met Office Reveals Exact Date UK Heatwave Ends After Hottest Day of Year
Met Office says UK heatwave ends Monday as cold front brings cooler, fresher conditions after record-breaking September temperatures.
Arctic Blast Grips US with Record Cold and Fatalities
Arctic blast sets record-low temperatures across US, causing at least four deaths, power outages, and travel disruptions.
New Clue Found in Jay Slater Tenerife Search by Ex-British Soldier
Ex-British soldier finds sunglasses clue in search for missing teen Jay Slater in Tenerife; criticises official search methods.
Tropical Storm Idalia Soaks Carolinas After Florida Devastation
Tropical Storm Idalia drenches Carolinas after hitting Florida as a hurricane, causing flooding and power outages.
New Wearable UV Sensor Could Help Prevent Sunburn and Skin Cancer
New transparent wearable UV sensor connects to smartphone, tracks UVA exposure in real time to help prevent sunburn and reduce skin cancer risk.
Drought Declared in Midlands as Hosepipe Bans Loom
Drought declared in East and West Midlands; more hosepipe bans expected as UK faces dry spring impacts.
Flood-hit Lincolnshire residents clash with Reform MP over climate stance
Boston residents criticise MP Richard Tice for climate-sceptic stance and lack of support after devastating floods, as tensions grow within Reform UK.
New Beast from the East to Bring -12C Freeze and Snow to UK
UK braces for -12C freeze and heavy snow as new Beast from the East threatens disruptive snowfall in February.
Great Ocean Road Closed After Severe Flash Flooding
Flash flooding from severe thunderstorms closes Great Ocean Road, forces evacuation of hundreds at Wye River camping ground.
Foreign Office Warns Brits About Holiday Theft Risks in South Africa
UK Foreign Office warns Brits about theft, violent crime, and terrorism risks in South Africa, with updated advice on e-hailing taxis and Kruger National Park.
Tourist Drowns at Arizona Waterfall After Giving Thumbs Up Following Jump
Taiwanese tourist Wei-Jie Lin dies after jumping from 15-foot waterfall in Arizona, giving thumbs up before being pulled under.
Spain Storms: Murcia and Benidorm Hit by Flash Flood Warnings
Yellow and amber warnings issued for Spain as heavy rain and storms threaten flash flooding in Murcia, Benidorm, Alicante, and Balearic Islands.
London's Eerie Plane Graveyard: Where Aircraft Go to Die
Discover London's eerie plane graveyard near Southend Airport, where retired aircraft rust away in a forgotten plot.
Met Office Forecasts 26°C Heat Surge Across Seven English Counties Next Week
Met Office forecasts 26°C in London and 24°C+ across seven English counties next week after rainy start to June.
Storm Dave Brings Snow and Gale-Force Winds to UK
Storm Dave brings heavy snow and gale-force winds to the UK, causing Easter travel disruption, with milder weather expected next week.
Three Dead, Including Baby, as Tree Falls on Easter Egg Hunt in Germany
Three dead, including a 10-month-old baby, after a tree fell during an Easter egg hunt in northern Germany due to high winds.
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