UK heatwave alert as temperatures to soar to 29C in days
Temperatures will reach 29C in parts of England next Wednesday, with the hottest weather in the south and east, according to weather maps.
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Kim Le Court wins stage three at Lloyds Tour of Britain
Mauritian champion Kim Le Court wins stage three at the Lloyds Tour of Britain, taking a 26-second lead in the general classification after a solo climb up The Great Orme.
Met Office maps show 18 areas facing heavy rain on Tuesday
New Met Office maps show rain and thundery showers hitting 18 UK areas on Tuesday, with Northamptonshire, West Sussex and Buckinghamshire seeing up to 32mm/hr.
Man overboard from cruise ship triggers major UK search
A man is missing after falling overboard from a cruise ship around 36 nautical miles east of Arbroath, prompting a major search by HM Coastguard, RNLI lifeboats and other vessels.
17 gorgeous UK seaside villages you must visit at least once
From Robin Hood's Bay to Blakeney, these 17 beautiful UK seaside villages offer coastal escapes, from fishing harbours to sandy coves.
24 Hours in Zagreb: Curious, Underrated European Capital
A 24-hour visit to Zagreb reveals a spontaneous city with free golf-buggy rides, cheap beer, and medieval charm, despite the rain.
German fans plan VAR protests over 'robbed joy of football'
German football fans plan mass VAR protests this weekend, accusing the technology of 'robbing the joy of football' and calling for its abolition.
Xbox 25th anniversary console price leak reveals €899.99 cost
Leaked details reveal the Xbox Series X25 limited edition console will cost €899.99 in Europe, €100 more than the standard 1TB Xbox Series X, with a November 27 release date.
Vueling axes Cardiff-Spain winter flights to Alicante and Malaga
Vueling will stop flying from Cardiff Airport to Alicante and Malaga for the 2026 winter season, ending nearly 13 years of service at Wales' only international airport.
Vueling cancels all Cardiff winter flights, hitting plans
Vueling has pulled all winter flights from Cardiff Airport to Alicante and Malaga, just four months after tickets went on sale, leaving holidaymakers seeking refunds.
Chiavari flash floods as red thunderstorm warning issued
Chiavari on the Italian Riviera sees 126mm of rain, red thunderstorm warning, evacuations and road closures as storms lash Liguria.
NYC West Nile mosquito numbers nearly double, officials warn
New York City officials report a near 200% rise in West Nile virus-positive mosquitoes, urging residents to secure windows and doors and eliminate standing water.
Former cruise doctor's medication packing tip
A former cruise ship doctor warns passengers to pack extra medication, as onboard medical facilities carry only emergency supplies and consultations come with hefty fees.
Russia drone incursions normalize NATO violations, experts warn
Russian drones entered Moldovan and Romanian airspace on August 20, prompting experts to warn that the Kremlin intends to normalize violations against NATO states.
Portugal holiday warning: ferry disruption could leave tourists stuck
British tourists in Lisbon are warned that ferry delays or cancellations across the Tagus could leave them stranded, with the transport regulator now requiring monthly reports from operator Transtejo/Soflusa.
Lawn expert: brown grass can recover in 10-14 days after rain
Brown lawns can show green regrowth within 10-14 days of consistent rainfall, with full recovery in two to four weeks, says turf specialist Jonathan Davis.
Norths launch Swiss Alps training experience
George and Becky North are inviting guests to join them at a luxury Swiss Alps hotel for a four-day training experience this autumn, priced from 2,040 Swiss francs.
Flight attendant warns against saying one 'desperate' word for upgrade
Former flight attendant Jane Hawkes reveals why you should never say 'upgrade' at check-in, plus hygiene tips for cleaner flights.
M49 'ghost' junction defects known for months, DfT admits
Safety defects on the M49 'ghost' junction were known to the DfT as early as January, months before National Highways publicly admitted the issues in June.
Foreign Office warns Brits to carry two documents for EU trips
British holidaymakers heading to Europe are being urged by the Foreign Office to keep hold of two important documents or risk being wrongly turned away at the border.
Man overboard from cruise ship triggers search near Dundee
A man is missing after falling overboard from the Ambassador Ambition cruise ship east of Arbroath, prompting a major air and sea search coordinated by HM Coastguard.
UK tourists warned as amber alerts hit Spanish hotspots
Amber and yellow weather alerts for rain and storms are in force across parts of Spain, including the Balearic Islands, with up to 100mm of rainfall possible in a few hours.
UK weather maps show 4C cold snap on Saturday - full list of 10 counties under 6C
Temperatures could fall as low as 4C in parts of the UK on Saturday, with 10 counties expected to see temperatures below 6C, according to WXCharts.com data.
August Bank Holiday Events in Wales for Families and Friends
Discover 13 August bank holiday events in Wales, from food festivals and beer fests to medieval castles and superhero weekends, for all ages.
Met Office warns of unprecedented El Nino bringing stormy UK autumn
The Met Office warns an unprecedented El Nino is developing, bringing wetter, stormier conditions to the UK this autumn and winter, and making 2027 potentially the hottest year on record.
Couple who quit US for UK know how Harry and Meghan feel
A British-American couple who swapped life in the US for Yorkshire say they understand Harry and Meghan's return to the UK, after taking an 80 per cent pay cut to move back with their four children.
Sunderland road closures for One Big Summer music events
Sunderland City Council has closed roads around Keel Square for One Big Summer events, including the Square Summer Series and Love the 90s Festival.
Majorca Storm Chaos: Tourists Run Screaming as Lightning Hits
A fierce storm battered Majorca, forcing holidaymakers to flee to their rooms screaming as lightning struck balconies and winds reached 100km/h, causing 75 incidents and felling 30 trees.
Met Office names 19 UK areas hit by rain wall after heatwave
The Met Office forecasts heavy rain across 19 named UK areas from Tuesday, ending the recent hot spell. Rainfall could reach over 32mm per hour.
Aldi 99p Gazpacho Soup Could Help Lower Blood Pressure
Aldi is launching a 99p Fiesta Red Gazpacho Soup on August 27 as part of its Taste of Spain range, with research suggesting regular consumption can reduce high blood pressure risk by 27%.
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