Capsized boat missing near River Tyne mouth sparks warning
A 14ft cabin cruiser capsized near the River Tyne mouth on August 15; crew rescued, but the vessel is lost and may be submerged, posing a navigation hazard.
Category : Weather
Moscow military music festival cancelled amid drone attacks
Moscow's Spasskaya Tower military music festival is postponed until 2027 due to circumstances beyond organisers' control, amid a surge in Ukrainian drone attacks on the Russian capital.
UK weather maps show 47 areas to face heavy rain this week
Heavy rain is set to hit 47 areas across the UK this week, ending the heatwave. See the full list of regions expecting downpours as temperatures drop.
Sifnos helicopter crash kills three, Greek authorities say
A private helicopter crashed on the Greek island of Sifnos, killing three people, authorities said. The crash sparked a fire in the Tholos area.
Russia warns UK of consequences over drone strikes
Russia's embassy in London warns the UK will face 'consequences' and a 'higher price' for supporting Ukraine, after UK-made drones were used in strikes causing £35bn damage.
Helicopter crash in Sifnos kills three, sparks fire
Three people died after a helicopter crashed on the Greek island of Sifnos, sparking a major fire in the Tholos neighbourhood. Rescue crews recovered the bodies from the site.
M5 standstill near J7 after HGV and car collision
The M5 is at a standstill near J7 in Worcestershire after a HGV and car collision on Monday, with traffic stopped northbound.
17 counties face heavy rain on Thursday, UK maps show
Heavy rain is forecast for 17 counties in England and Wales on Thursday, bringing relief from drought and heatwave conditions.
Hurricane Lala damages Hawaii homes and bridges
Hurricane Lala, downgraded to a tropical storm, damaged over 100 homes and several bridges on Hawaii's Big Island. Cleanup is underway, with officials warning of post-storm dangers.
North East set for rain this week as forecast returns to typical weather
After repeated heatwaves, the North East sees a return to typical British summer weather this week, with rain forecast and temperatures easing into the teens.
Asda recalls Hapello Power Train over choking risk
Asda recalls the Hapello Power Train toy over a high choking risk. Customers can return it to any store for a full refund, no receipt needed.
London to Get First Rain Since June 22, Met Office Says
London is set to see its first meaningful rain since June 22, with showers expected late Tuesday into Wednesday and again on Thursday, according to the Met Office.
Manchester train delays after vehicle hits railway bridge
Train passengers face delays after a vehicle crashed into a railway bridge between Manchester Piccadilly and Levenshulme, with disruption expected until 5pm.
Travel expert reveals best plane seats for families this August
Travel expert Ricky Durrance of Teletext Holidays says the middle of the cabin is best for families, offering stability and toilet access, and advises checking seat selection options.
Drivers Urged to Rub Potato on Car Before Thursday
Drivers are urged to rub a cut potato on their windscreen before heavy rain hits the UK on Thursday, as a trick to repel water and improve visibility.
Woman, 49, visits 57 cities before turning 50 in day trips
Tina White, 49, completed 57 international cities before her 50th birthday, inspired by her late father. Her day trips cost under £120 each, totaling around £7,000.
One in three Brits arrives at airport four hours early
New research by Veezu reveals one in three Brits arrive at the airport four or more hours early to avoid stress, yet six million have still missed a flight.
American tourist killed by lightning on Mount Etna
An American tourist died after being struck by lightning while hiking on Mount Etna in Sicily during a thunderstorm on Sunday evening.
Campervan costs: why one owner switched to a caravan
More than 500,000 Brits lived in vans by August 2025, but holiday use can be costly. One owner traded her campervan for a caravan, citing the bed as a revelation.
Met Office names 13 areas facing heavy rain before Thursday
The Met Office has named 13 UK areas set for heavy rain before Thursday, including Leeds, Newcastle, and parts of Somerset, after weeks of drought.
Lowry, Spieth among six big names eliminated from FedEx Cup
Shane Lowry and Jordan Spieth were among six big names eliminated from the FedEx Cup playoffs, missing the BMW Championship cut.
UK weather maps show 2C cold snap after heatwave - 6 areas under 5C
New weather maps show temperatures dipping to 2C in days, with parts of northern Scotland potentially falling below 5C on Saturday, August 22.
Met Office warns of flooding as intense rain forecast
Parts of the UK could see surface flooding this week as heavy rain hits drought-stricken land, the Met Office warns, with over 27 million people facing water restrictions.
Car washes and private pools could be banned in drought crackdown
UK ministers may ban car washes, private pools and other non-essential water use as drought worsens, with almost three-quarters of England and all of Wales officially in drought.
UK snow risk as El Niño and polar vortex could bring cold snap
El Niño could bring colder weather and snow to the UK this winter, as the polar vortex may be disrupted, according to climate experts.
Jet2 turns away family after girl, 6, sick at Greek airport
A family was denied boarding by Jet2 at Rhodes Airport after their six-year-old daughter was sick, leaving them with a £1,000 bill for alternative travel.
Hayden Panettiere Cause of Death Update as 911 Call Confirmed
Hayden Panettiere, known for Heroes and Scream, died at her South Carolina home on Sunday, August 16, after a 911 call reported cardiac arrest. Police confirmed no foul play.
Gardeners given tips to keep plants alive during hosepipe bans
Gardeners are advised to use mulch, water at cooler times, prioritise plants, and reuse greywater to keep gardens alive during UK hosepipe bans.
No 10 defends 'entirely right' use of emergency alerts
The government has defended its use of the emergency alert system to warn about wildfire risks last week, calling it an 'entirely right use' despite criticism from a senior Conservative and domestic abuse charities.
Met Office: No new heatwave this week as cooler air arrives
The Met Office has issued its latest verdict on whether another heatwave is on the way, with temperatures set to fall below average by Thursday after five heatwaves in 2026.
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