Tree falls on Cardiff street, blocks roads and cuts internet
A 40ft wild cherry tree fell in Adamsdown, Cardiff, blocking two streets, damaging BT cables, and cutting residents' internet for four hours. One girl sustained minor injuries.
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Campervan owner's bed revelation after buying 'most hated' UK vehicle
Journalist Clare Macnaughton, who owns the UK's 'most hated' vehicle, a caravan, praises its 'colossal' bed as a 'revelation' after switching from a campervan.
DVLA expands online medical condition reporting for drivers
The DVLA has expanded its online service, allowing drivers to report more health conditions digitally. Over 60,000 drivers have already used the portal, which speeds up decisions by up to 10 days and saves on postage costs.
How to opt out of Government emergency alerts on your phone
Millions received a Government emergency alert last week about wildfire risk. You can opt out by turning off severe and extreme alerts in your phone's settings.
How to turn off emergency alerts on your phone
Millions received a Government emergency alert about wildfires. You can opt out via your phone's settings, though officials advise keeping them on for life-saving info.
Check in during this 90-minute window for a hotel upgrade
Checking in between 4.30pm and 6pm could boost your chances of a free hotel room upgrade, according to travel experts. Arriving too early or too late may reduce your odds.
Remaining 2026 UK bank holidays and paid leave rule explained
Here are the remaining 2026 bank holidays for England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland, plus the rule on paid leave for these days.
Remaining 2026 and Full 2027 Bank Holidays in Wales
Wales has three bank holidays left in 2026: August 31, December 25, and December 28. The full 2027 list includes eight dates, with substitute days for Christmas and Boxing Day.
UK temperatures to drop 15C as rain finally arrives
Temperatures across western Europe are set to fall by more than 15C this week, with substantial rain expected in parts of the UK, ending a prolonged dry spell.
Share a Tip on a European City Break
Readers recommend their favourite European city breaks, from hidden gems to classic favourites, with tips on what to see, eat and avoid.
Met Office maps show when it will next rain in Wales
Rain is set to return to Wales this week after drought was declared, with heavy showers forecast for parts of the country and temperatures feeling a little cooler.
All Blacks send fourth player home as Rennie faces injury crisis
Prop Ollie Norris becomes the fourth All Black sent home from South Africa with a knee injury, as head coach Dave Rennie manages an injury crisis before the first Test against the Springboks at Ellis Park this Saturday.
NASA map shows dozens of wildfires still burning across Wales
NASA satellite images reveal dozens of wildfires still burning across Wales, with the army deployed and arson arrests made as firefighters tackle the blazes.
Llandovery wildfire under control as residents return home
Residents evacuated from Rhandirmwyn near Llandovery can return home as firefighters bring the major wildfire under control after five days.
Buxton: England's highest market town, an hour from Manchester
Buxton, England's highest market town at 1,000 feet, is just over an hour by train from Manchester, offering historic sights, gardens, and tearooms.
Wessex Water hosepipe ban for 1.4m customers
Wessex Water has announced a hosepipe ban for all 1.4 million customers from midnight Tuesday, the first in 50 years, as drought conditions persist.
45 counties set for 550-mile wall of rain within days
Britain faces a huge north-to-south spread of rain on Thursday, with 45 counties set to be battered, stretching from the Scottish Highlands to the English south coast.
Scottish Bank Holidays 2026 Remaining and 2027 Full List
Scotland has two bank holidays left in 2026: St Andrew's Day and Christmas. The full 2027 list is now available, with eight dates confirmed.
Tombstoning Youths Filmed at Dead Man's Cove Where Dad Died
Youngsters were filmed tombstoning from a 65ft cliff at Plymouth's Dead Man's Cove, where a father died in 2016 and others were injured. Onlookers called it 'extra dangerous'.
Bizarre 'jellyfish' spotted on Mars in Nasa images
A resurfaced image from Nasa's Curiosity rover appears to show a spindly 'jellyfish' object on Mars, sparking speculation and scepticism among viewers.
Met Office autumn verdict: heatwave chance remains
The Met Office has issued its first autumn weather verdict, saying temperatures are likely to be above average with a chance of late season hot spells or heatwaves, especially in the south.
Met Office verdict on another UK heatwave before September
The Met Office has said there is a "chance" of late-season heatwaves developing in the south before autumn, as temperatures cool after reaching 38.1C.
Gardaí told not to pursue wrong-way car before fatal crash
Gardaí were instructed not to engage with a stolen car driving the wrong way on the M9 before a fatal head-on crash killed five teenagers and injured four, the GRA says.
Firefighters warn parents over wildfire 'social media trend'
Warwickshire firefighters urge parents to talk to children after multiple deliberate fires at The Holt park in Leamington Spa, involving aerosols in cardboard boxes, following similar incidents across the UK.
Windowless Window Seats: A Hidden Sleep Hack
Budget airlines' tighter seat spacing can leave some window seats with no view, but tired flyers may find it perfect for sleeping. Learn which seats and sides are affected on Ryanair, EasyJet, TUI, and Jet2.
UK ghost village abandoned for centuries after witch curse
Hundatorra, a medieval settlement in Dartmoor National Park, was abandoned by the 15th century. Legend blames a witch's curse, but historians cite famine and the Black Death.
BA baggage fire at Milan Malpensa caused by short circuit
A British Airways baggage container caught fire at Milan Malpensa after unloading; the cause was a short circuit in loading machinery, delaying a flight to Heathrow.
Brit couple 'trapped' in Sicily as Mount Etna red warning issued
A British couple are 'trapped' in a Sicilian seaside town after Mount Etna's red warning cancelled their flight, facing £700 to rebook.
Gardeners urged to remove one item from brown lawns as rain returns
As rain returns to the UK, gardeners are urged to remove lawn furniture and avoid walking on brown grass to help it recover from drought dormancy.
Met Office names 10 areas facing rain on Wednesday
Large parts of the UK are set to see rain on Wednesday as the weather turns more unsettled following the recent heat, with 10 broad areas facing showers.
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