Hickory tipped for Newmarket win; Fast Track NB at Newbury
Newsboy's Friday tips: Hickory (NAP) can win at Newmarket after Ascot success; Fast Track (NB) selected in Newbury's St Hugh's Stakes.
Category : Weather
Rangers vs Jagiellonia: TV, stream, kick-off time
Rangers host Jagiellonia Białystok in the Europa League third qualifying round second leg on Thursday, August 13, at 7:30pm UK time at Ibrox Stadium.
Drones crash near London Eye after out-of-control descent
Five drones crashed into the River Thames near the London Eye during a rehearsal, after several experienced degraded positional accuracy, the AAIB said.
Woman stung in eye by jellyfish off Anglesey coast
A woman attended A&E after jellyfish tentacles struck her eye while recovering a line off Moelfre bay, Anglesey, on August 11.
Turkey boat fire: 115 leap into sea off Fethiye
A tour boat carrying around 115 passengers caught fire off Fethiye, Turkey, forcing families, including children, to leap into the sea. Coast Guard and nearby boats rescued all, with no fatalities reported.
Met Office: Rain to end 38C heatwave with notable change
The Met Office says rain will break the UK heatwave after 38C highs, with temperatures dropping to 20-25C this weekend and widespread rain from early next week.
Liverpool's first floating padel courts opening in September
Construction has begun on Liverpool's first floating padel destination at Princes Dock, with the first phase set to open in September. The courts will offer a unique playing experience with the city's skyline as a backdrop.
Callander learner drivers face seven-month test wait
Callander learner drivers face nearly seven-month test waits, among the longest in Scotland, according to RAC analysis of DVSA data.
Met Office: Rain to sweep UK next week with intense downpours
The Met Office predicts heavy rain and intense downpours could sweep across the UK between late Monday and Tuesday, but warns confidence is low and it won't solve the drought.
BBC apologises for weather report audio glitch
The BBC apologised after a technical fault left weather presenter Judith Ralston barely audible, causing viewers to complain about audio quality during her forecasts.
Total solar eclipse in Spain: 'Glorious' spectacle captivates
Northern Spain witnessed a total solar eclipse, with totality lasting 90 seconds. Deputy Travel Editor Milo Boyd called it 'glorious' after clouds spoiled his 1999 view.
UK braced for 38C as amber heat warnings issued
The UK could see its hottest day of the year as temperatures may hit 38C, with rare amber extreme heat warnings in force across parts of England.
Drink drive limit could be lowered in England and Wales
The DfT is consulting on lowering the drink drive limit in England and Wales, including an even lower limit for novice drivers, as part of a road safety strategy.
Doncaster Sheffield Airport could reopen by 2027
Doncaster Sheffield Airport could reopen by 2027, with a public consultation launched this month to reinstate airspace and bring passenger and cargo flights back to the region.
Ferry View cafe closes early as North East hits 30°C
Ferry View cafe in South Shields closed early on Thursday as temperatures hit 30°C, with owners citing team wellbeing during the hottest part of the day.
BBC apologises for technical error in Judith Ralston's weather reports
The BBC has apologised after a technical issue caused lower audio levels during Judith Ralston's weather forecasts, leading to viewer complaints about her accent.
Met Office thunderstorm warning for 6 areas on Friday
The Met Office has issued a six-hour yellow thunderstorm warning for six counties in Northern Ireland on Friday, with heavy downpours threatening flooding and travel disruption.
Sefton Park fire: unattended BBQ sparks grassland blaze
A fire in Sefton Park this afternoon was caused by a small disposable BBQ left unattended, setting bushes and grass alight. Fire crews extinguished the blaze.
UK's Best Motorway Service Stations Ranked: Full List
Westmorland Family Services tops the UK's best motorway service stations list, with three of the top four sites. See the full ranking of 10 favourites.
UK temperatures to drop below 10C in 63 counties
Weather maps show UK daytime temperatures dropping below 10C in 63 counties from mid-August, ending the heatwave.
Rotterdam port explosion kills one, injures several
An explosion at Rotterdam port in the Netherlands has left one person dead and several others injured, police say. The cause is under investigation.
Rotterdam Blast: Europoort Explosion Kills One
A huge explosion rocked a storage tank at the Gunvor Energy site in Rotterdam's Europoort area, killing at least one person and injuring several others, Dutch outlet Rijnmond reported.
Met Office: Rain to end 38C heatwave as notable shift due
The Met Office has indicated when a 'notable shift' in weather will occur after a heat spike that could see temperatures climb to 38°C, with rain expected to break the scorching conditions.
Manchester Airport: Delayed and cancelled flights today
Manchester Airport saw 3.3m passengers in July. Today, several flights are delayed or cancelled. Check the list and travel guidance.
Pero's bridge in Bristol closes after 'collapsing' into harbour
Pero's footbridge over Bristol's floating harbour has been closed after witnesses reported hearing a 'crack' and seeing it come 'crashing down' this morning.
Ayrshire athlete, 60, wins HYROX world pairs title in Sweden
Susan Gray from Prestwick and Glasgow's Lisa Martin won the HYROX world pairs title in the 55-59 age group in Stockholm, earning a luxury cruise and gold medals.
North East set to hit 32°C as UK faces fifth heatwave
The UK faces a fifth heatwave, with North East temperatures reaching 32°C. Amber heat health alert in place until August 14, 9pm.
How to sleep in a heatwave: 10 tips to cool down at night
Tropical nights can disrupt sleep and recovery from daytime heat. Here are 10 practical tips to cool your bedroom, lower body temperature, and sleep better during the heatwave.
Revolut to open first airport lounge in Copenhagen
Revolut plans to open its first premium airport lounge in Copenhagen Airport in 2027, aiming to set a new standard for airport hospitality across Europe.
Check garden for wasps and spiders in hot weather, parents told
Parents are urged to check garden play equipment for wasps and spiders before children play, as hot weather drives insects into cool, dark spots, and heat can damage equipment.
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