Boat sounds urgent alert off Welsh coast
A person on a 40ft boat was rescued after declaring an emergency off the Welsh coast on Wednesday morning when the vessel began taking on water near Milford Haven.
Category : Weather
Two Earthquakes Recorded in Wales on Wednesday
Two minor earthquakes struck Wales on Wednesday: a 1.1 magnitude tremor in Powys and a 1.3 magnitude quake in Gwynedd, both recorded by the British Geological Survey.
Stourbridge wildfire: two injured, six homes ablaze
Two people were injured and around six homes caught fire as a wildfire swept through Stourbridge, England, with 60 firefighters responding and evacuations underway.
Bee Network buses: Heat leaves drivers, passengers unwell
Drivers and passengers on Manchester's Bee Network buses report feeling unwell due to a lack of air conditioning in 34C heat, prompting calls for better cooling systems.
North East beachgoers soak up sun in fifth heatwave
Thousands flocked to North East beaches on Thursday as temperatures hit 32°C, with the UK experiencing its fifth heatwave of 2026 and record-breaking heat days.
West Midlands fires: Residents urged to stay indoors
Residents across the West Midlands have been urged to stay indoors as emergency services tackle two major fires, with extreme demand reported and homes threatened.
Partial lunar eclipse visible from UK on August 28
A partial lunar eclipse will be visible from the UK on Friday, August 28, starting at 3.33am and peaking at 5.12am, with the Moon turning a deep red.
Stourbridge wildfire injures two, burns six homes
Two people injured and six homes burned as a massive wildfire spreads through Stourbridge, with 100 firefighters tackling the blaze near Racecourse Lane.
Stourbridge Fire: Multiple Houses on Fire as Blaze Erupts
A wildfire in Stourbridge has caused multiple houses to burst into flames, with smoke billowing above the town as emergency services respond.
Lewes train derailment: 40 trapped, lines closed
A passenger train derailed near Lewes, East Sussex, with around 40 people trapped after three carriages overturned. Emergency services are at the scene, and lines through the station are closed.
More than 100 leap from blazing boat in Turkey
More than 100 passengers, including children, leapt from a blazing tour boat off Turkey's coast. All 115 were evacuated, with 11 hospitalised for smoke inhalation.
UK's hottest day of year as temps hit 38.1C
The UK recorded its hottest day of 2026 so far, with 38.1C at Kew Gardens, marking the fifth hottest day ever and the first year with three days at 37C or above.
Spain's Total Solar Eclipse Captured in Stunning Video
A total solar eclipse was visible across parts of Spain on August 12, 2026, with the moon completely blocking the sun.
Hudson-Smith wins third European 400m title in Birmingham
Matt Hudson-Smith becomes the first man to win three European Championship 400m titles, triumphing on his home track in Birmingham.
Hikers brave lava flow on Mount Etna in dramatic video
Video shows hikers walking close to lava on Mount Etna, Europe's most active volcano, as it continues to erupt.
Escape the Heat and Rediscover the Joy of Cooking
A writer flees the UK heat to Scotland, finding joy in cooking again. From stuffed courgettes to berry desserts, summer produce shines.
Severe storms cut power to 540,000 homes in US midwest
Severe storms knocked out power to about 540,000 homes and businesses across the US midwest on Thursday, with Indiana hardest hit at over 267,000 outages, about 8% of its customers.
Land speed record archive unveiled after century of speed
The FIA is digitising its land speed record archive, revealing a century of record-breaking machines and drivers, including Malcolm Campbell and Andy Green.
Eclipse 2025: UK and Europe viewers share experiences
Millions watched the rare solar eclipse on Wednesday. Readers recall the breathtaking sight, community spirit, and the homemade devices they used to view it.
Kew Gardens records 38.1C, hottest day of the year
The Met Office recorded a provisional 38.1C at Kew Gardens, making it the hottest day of 2026 so far and the fifth hottest on record.
Harry and Meghan warned about mudslide risk at US home
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been warned about mudslide risks at their Montecito mansion, as experts predict worsening conditions when autumn rains return.
Woman Stung by Jellyfish in Eye off North Wales
A woman was taken to hospital after a jellyfish stung her eye while aboard a yacht anchored off Moelfre Bay, Anglesey, on Tuesday afternoon.
Metro passengers claim new trains offer 'no comfort' in heatwave
Passengers say Tyne and Wear Metro's new trains provide 'no comfort' in heatwave, despite Nexus and Stadler saying air con is fixed.
Train derailment near Lewes: Emergency services respond
A passenger train derailed near Lewes in East Sussex at 3.54pm on 13 August. Emergency services, including police, paramedics and fire crews, are at the scene. They urge people to avoid the area.
Over 50s Regret Not Travelling More, Poll Finds
A poll of 2,000 adults finds the biggest regret for over 50s is not travelling enough, with New Zealand, Japan and Australia top of their bucket lists.
San Francisco Earthquake Rocks California on Thursday
An earthquake struck San Francisco and other parts of California on Thursday, shaking the region. Tremors were felt across the area, with more updates to follow.
Over 50s' biggest travel regrets revealed in new poll
Seven in 10 adults say it's never too late to travel, but over 50s regret missing New Zealand, Japan, and Australia.
Hottest day of year but thunderstorms forecast for 13 counties
The UK has seen its hottest day of the year, with 38.1C recorded at Kew Gardens, but the Met Office warns thunderstorms could hit 13 counties.
Jimmy White to Leave UK for Hong Kong, Joining O'Sullivan
Jimmy White, 64, plans to relocate to Hong Kong after gaining residency, following Ronnie O'Sullivan and Judd Trump. He aims to open a snooker academy there.
Northenden house fire: Crews tackle blaze on Norleigh Road
Firefighters are tackling a house blaze in south Manchester after crews were called to Norleigh Road in Northenden, with the street cordoned off and flames engulfing a semi-detached house.
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