Travel chaos in London after huge fire erupts in Neasden
Commuters face travel chaos after a huge fire erupts in Neasden, close to Wembley Stadium, with smoke visible for miles.
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Queens Drive closed again as thunderstorm warning issued
Liverpool City Council closed Queens Drive by Dovedale Road after the Met Office issued a yellow thunderstorm warning, with flooding likely until 9pm.
Nepal and Tibet Flood Death Toll Rises, Rescue Efforts Continue
Rescue efforts continue in Nepal and Tibet after severe flooding raised the death toll, with dozens killed and many missing. Authorities are racing to reach stranded communities.
Jet2 warns passengers over six banned luggage items
Jet2 has issued a warning over six items, including power banks and e-cigarettes, which must not be packed in hold luggage due to fire risks. Passengers are urged to check bags before heading to the airport.
Smoke across London after massive fire near Wembley Stadium
A huge industrial fire near Wembley Stadium sends a massive plume of smoke across London, with 125 firefighters and 20 engines at the scene in Neasden.
4 Best Holiday Spots for 2027's 'Eclipse of the Century'
Travellers are rushing to book holidays for the total solar eclipse on August 2, 2027, dubbed the 'eclipse of the century'. These are the four best destinations to watch it.
Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Much of England and Wales
A yellow warning for thunderstorms covers much of England and Wales from midday to 9pm Friday, with flooding and travel disruption likely.
Met Office power cut alert: 64 areas at risk on Friday
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms across 64 areas of England and Wales, with possible power cuts, flooding and travel disruption from 12pm to 9pm today.
North East Braced for Heavy Rain and Thunder Over Bank Holiday
The Met Office warns of heavy rain and thunder in the North East over the Bank Holiday weekend, with a yellow warning in place for Friday.
Met Office yellow thunderstorm warning for England and Wales
A Met Office yellow warning for thunderstorms covers much of England and Wales from midday to 9pm on Friday, with flooding and travel disruption likely.
Nepal flood toll: which countries' citizens are dead or missing
At least 14 foreigners from five countries are dead or missing after flash floods in Nepal and Tibet, with four bodies recovered.
Motability mileage cut slammed by disabled driver
Disabled driver Sara Stacey calls Motability's new 10,000-mile annual limit 'too low', urging an immediate review of the mileage changes.
Met Office Bank Holiday Flood Warnings as More Rain Expected
Flood warnings are in place for two areas, with alerts for 21 more, as heavy rain and possible gales hit the bank holiday weekend.
FIFA reduces Argentina bans, friendlies to count
FIFA has approved Argentina's request to serve World Cup final bans in Class A friendlies, shortening suspensions for Leandro Paredes and others.
Teacher survived shark attack with left hook
Leah Stewart, 34, survived a great white shark attack at Coogee Beach in Australia, punching the shark as it came within 30cm of her face.
Yellow thunderstorm warning issued for England and Wales
A yellow warning for thunderstorms covers much of England and Wales from midday to 9pm Friday, with flooding, train delays and driving disruption likely, the Met Office said.
Burning Man revellers told to bring smoke masks as wildfires rage
Burning Man revellers are urged to pack smoke masks as wildfires in northwest Nevada and strong winds could engulf the site in smoke.
Sports Quiz: Football, Tennis, Cycling and More
Test your knowledge with our weekly sports quiz, covering football, athletics, rugby, cricket, boxing, golf, tennis, cycling, Premier League, US Open and Vuelta.
Met Office thunderstorm warning for 64 UK areas
The Met Office has issued a yellow thunderstorm warning for 64 UK areas, with heavy rain and lightning forecast from 12pm to 9pm today.
UK headlight law changes by 2027 after presenter's death
New UK laws to tackle dazzling LED headlights will come into force by 2027, following the death of BBC presenter Dame Jenni Murray, who crashed after being dazzled.
Virgin Atlantic launches non-stop London to Phuket route
Virgin Atlantic's new 14-hour non-stop route from London Heathrow to Phuket becomes the only direct link between London and the Thai island, launching October 18, 2026.
Chester Zoo's £10 tickets return for limited time after rare births
Chester Zoo's £10 afternoon tickets are back for a limited period, running until September 6, with visits between 3pm and 6pm, including weekends.
UK households in 64 areas told to avoid landlines before 9pm
The Met Office has issued a yellow thunderstorm warning for parts of England and Wales on Friday, August 28, urging households in 64 areas to avoid using landlines before 9pm due to lightning risk.
Met Office names 10 areas escaping heaviest rain on Friday
The Met Office predicts 10 UK areas, including Berkshire and Kent, will escape the heaviest rain on Friday, with temperatures reaching 25-26C.
Met Office issues nine-hour thunderstorm warning for North East
A yellow thunderstorm warning covers the North East from midday to 9pm on Friday, August 28, with 10-20mm of rain, lightning and hail possible.
Vet reveals daily dog walking times by age and breed
Vet Nichola Rous says puppies need five minutes of exercise per month of life twice daily, while adult dogs need 30 to 60 minutes twice a day.
Nepal dam bursts again; 30+ Brits missing, rescuers on alert
Rescuers remain on high alert after a dam burst again in Nepal following devastating flash floods. More than 30 British nationals are unaccounted for as the death toll rises to 489.
Met Office issues nine-hour thunderstorm warning for Liverpool
A yellow thunderstorm warning is in place for Liverpool from 12pm to 9pm today, with flooding and lightning damage likely.
New thunderstorm warning for Wales issued by Met Office
The Met Office has issued a yellow thunderstorm warning for Wales, covering 18 areas from midday Friday until 9pm, with up to 40mm of rain possible.
Lightning strike disrupts flights at London Luton Airport
A lightning strike knocked out air traffic control at London Luton Airport, suspending operations for 95 minutes and affecting around 30 flights on Thursday evening.
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