Met Office names 21 areas facing downpours on Monday
Met Office weather maps show 21 areas across northern England, Scotland and Northern Ireland are set for heavy rain on Monday, while the south stays dry.
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NATO F-18 shoots down drone over Romania
A NATO F-18 fighter jet shot down a drone that entered Romanian airspace, about 14 miles north of Galați, after two Spanish jets were deployed.
Harwich fire: Smoke billows, residents told to keep doors shut
A warehouse fire in Harwich, Essex, has prompted Essex Fire and Rescue to urge locals to keep doors and windows closed due to thick smoke. Crews were called at 3.36am on Sunday.
MH370 pilot's final words before 239 vanished
MH370 pilot Zaharie Ahmad Shah's last words 'Goodnight Malaysia three seven zero' were heard before the flight disappeared with 239 people in 2014, never to be found.
Woodland Spa Retreat Near Manchester: Dreamy Escape
Discover Moddershall Oaks in Staffordshire: woodland pods, outdoor pool, treatments, and meals from £167.50 per person—just an hour from Manchester.
Parklife fines fail to deter festival-goers, residents say
414 fines were issued for parking breaches at Parklife 2026, but residents say festival-goers ignore them as the cost is worth risking when split between passengers.
Frozen chips crispier with 1 simple ingredient: oil
Frozen chips become crispier and tastier when coated with a little vegetable oil before cooking, according to cooking enthusiasts and a chef. This simple step enhances texture and flavour, making them extra crispy in the air fryer or oven.
Met Office forecasts rain for 107 UK areas on Wednesday
The Met Office predicts scattered showers across the UK on Wednesday, August 19, with a band of rain moving from Scotland to the south coast, bringing much-needed relief to drought-hit areas.
Kielder Water: UK's largest man-made lake hides a village
Kielder Water in Northumberland, the UK's largest man-made lake, was created by flooding a village. It holds 200 billion litres and is surrounded by England's largest pine forest.
Welsh family in horror Turkey crash as bus flips trapping girl, 12
A Welsh family survived a horrific bus crash in Turkey's Taurus mountains after the asphalt melted in 42-degree heat, leaving their 12-year-old daughter trapped underneath the vehicle.
7 Plumbing Experts: Boiling Water First for Blocked Drains
Seven plumbing and bathroom experts all agree the first step to clear a blocked drain is pouring boiling water down it, before trying other remedies.
Passport damage warning: Brits risk denied boarding
British travellers are urged to check passports for damage like tears or water marks, as airlines and border officials may refuse entry, potentially ruining holidays.
SFA explain Celtic handball as Dundee United goal row settled
The SFA have explained why Celtic's second goal in their 4-0 win over Dundee United stood despite a handball in the build-up, stating it was accidental and not punishable.
Cornish village faces collapse threat as quay cracks
Gorran Haven's 19th-century quay is cracking, threatening the village. The trust needs £120,000 for repairs, with £63,000 raised so far. Failure would be 'devastating'.
London set for days of rain after record hot, dry summer
London is forecast for days of rainfall later this month, following one of the hottest and driest summers on record, with showers expected from Sunday, August 23.
Met Office predicts possible September heatwaves in UK south
The Met Office says there is potential for late season hot spells or heatwaves in September, especially in the south, with temperatures likely above average.
Police shut road as another wildfire breaks out in Wales
Firefighters and police are at the scene and a road is shut after another wildfire broke out in Wales. The fire is on the mountain at Cilfynydd, near Pontypridd.
11 European countries avoiding EU border chaos for Brits
Nearly a fifth of British adults have considered avoiding EU summer holidays due to border chaos. These 11 European countries offer smoother arrivals, exempt from EES biometric checks.
UK at risk of new sixth summer heatwave, Met Office says
The Met Office predicts above-average temperatures and potential late-season heatwaves in the UK, especially in the south, from late August to mid-September.
Granada on high alert after 5.0 magnitude earthquake
Granada remains on high alert after a 5.0 magnitude earthquake struck early Saturday. No injuries were reported, but buildings and cars were damaged.
Seven Cincinnati Open matches suspended due to lightning
Seven matches at the Cincinnati Open were suspended simultaneously on Saturday due to nearby lightning, forcing players including Flavio Cobolli and Amanda Anisimova off court.
Totley Rail Tunnel fire: Trains stopped as crews battle blaze
Fire crews are battling a blaze at Totley Rail Tunnel, stopping all trains. Services by East Midlands Railway, Northern, and TransPennine Express are affected.
Fire services plea as 999 calls flood in over neighbour BBQs
Fire services urge people not to call 999 about neighbours' BBQs after an emergency alert led to a high volume of calls. Surrey, Gloucestershire, and South Wales services clarify when to call.
Burnham reveals who requested wildfire emergency alert
Andy Burnham says fire and rescue officers requested the emergency alert sent to millions of phones across England and Wales warning of very high wildfire risk.
DVLA rule: Drivers born before 1956 risk losing licence
Drivers born before 1956 must renew their licence every three years after turning 70 or risk losing it. The renewal is free and can be done online, with a replacement typically arriving within a week.
Doorbell camera captures family fleeing wildfire in Stourbridge
A doorbell camera captured Rose-Anne Vinten and her children fleeing as wildfire engulfed their Stourbridge home, destroying around 30 homes and damaging dozens more.
Met Office maps show 28 UK areas face downpours on Tuesday
Met Office maps show heavy rain for 28 UK areas on Tuesday as a low pressure system brings downpours, but southern drought regions miss out.
Expert’s trick to get rid of flies in house 'at the source'
Flies often breed in sink u-bends. Pouring boiling water down the drain every 3-5 days clears eggs, larvae, and adult flies, says expert Rob Chadwick.
Dundee United vs Celtic: TV channel, live stream, kick-off
Celtic face Dundee United in the Scottish League Cup second round on August 15 at 5:45pm. Live on Premier Sports, stream via Premier Sports Player or CelticPlayer. Radio on BBC Radio Scotland.
Durham woodland fire under control; residents told to avoid area
Firefighters brought a woodland blaze near Gurney Valley in Bishop Auckland under control. Three crews remain at the scene damping down, and residents are advised to avoid the area and keep doors and windows closed.
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