Boomtown Festival issues safety warning as UK heat alert issued
Boomtown Festival bosses have warned attendees of fire risks as the UK faces a rare amber 'extreme heat' alert, with temperatures potentially reaching 38°C on Thursday.
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Man Mauled by Shark on Irish Coast Rushed to Hospital
A man was mauled by a shark on the Irish coast and remains in hospital after the attack. The Irish Coast Guard was alerted at 4.15pm on Tuesday.
Tourist dies after 177ft waterfall fall while taking photo
A 20-year-old man died after falling 177 feet at Silver Falls State Park in Oregon while trying to take a photo at South Falls.
PIP Points Needed for £778 Monthly Payment Revealed
Claimants need 8-11 points for standard PIP rate and 12+ for enhanced, with weekly payments up to £194.60. More than 4 million claim PIP in England and Wales.
Drinkwater Park: shaded summer escape in Greater Manchester
Drinkwater Park in Prestwich offers shaded woodland, meadows, and riverside trails, ideal for escaping the heat as temperatures peak at 32C.
Perseid meteor shower to follow solar eclipse in night sky
The Perseid meteor shower peaks overnight on August 12-13, following the solar eclipse, with clear skies forecast across much of the UK.
Move Your Fan to Beat the Heat: Simple 10-Second Fix
Fans work better when placed in open spaces near windows or doors, not corners. Moving your fan just 30cm can cool your room faster.
Solar Eclipse 2026: Watch Tonight's Sky Spectacle Live
Tonight's partial solar eclipse will obscure up to 96% of the Sun. Watch live streams from the Royal Observatory Greenwich, NASA, and more from home.
Brits Urged to Check EHIC Expiry Before Travel
Brits with an EHIC must check expiry before travel, as cards issued before 2021 expire this year. Replace with a free GHIC via the NHS website.
Best Swansea spots to see the partial solar eclipse
Swansea's best eclipse-viewing spots include Rhossili, Cefn Bryn, and Kilvey Hill, with the partial solar eclipse visible from 6.15pm on Wednesday.
Foreign Office Italy travel warning over volcano emergency
The Foreign Office has updated travel advice for Italy, warning of a national emergency due to active volcanoes and advising travellers to check with providers.
How to watch the partial solar eclipse safely
On Wednesday, a partial solar eclipse will be visible in the UK, with the Moon covering more than 90% of the Sun. Experts warn against looking directly at it and advise using special eclipse glasses or indirect viewing methods.
Huge queue outside Formby Specsavers for solar eclipse glasses
Hundreds queue outside Formby Specsavers for solar eclipse glasses, which sold out by 11.15am. The partial eclipse, obscuring over 90% of the Sun, is expected between 6pm and 8pm today.
Save 112 in your phone before a European holiday
Travellers to Europe should save 112, the EU-wide emergency number, before holidaying. It's free, works across all EU states, and connects callers to police, ambulance, or fire services.
3 key Spain travel rules Brits must know before flying
Brits heading to Spain this summer face new passport rules, biometric checks under EES, and extra documents. Here are the key travel changes to know before you fly.
Solar eclipse postcode checker: Exact peak time for UK viewers
The UK's biggest solar eclipse this century peaks today, with over 90% of the sun covered. Use our postcode checker to find the exact time it peaks in your area.
DfT denies over 70s will retake driving test
The Department for Transport has denied claims that over 70s would need to retake their driving test, calling the speculation 'categorically false'.
Cloudy skies may limit Scots' view of solar eclipse
Forecasters warn 'stubborn cloud' could limit Scots' view of today's solar eclipse. Some areas may see 90% cover, but weather could spoil the event.
UK's first near-total solar eclipse in over 50 years: timings and safety
The UK's first near-total solar eclipse since 1999 will see the Moon block over 90% of the Sun tonight, with exact timings varying by location. Experts warn only ISO-certified glasses or pinhole viewers are safe.
Sir Brian May's 'absolutely the best' way to watch eclipse
Sir Brian May advises using a pinhole projector to safely watch the partial solar eclipse, warning against direct viewing. The eclipse will be the most spectacular since 1999.
When will London get another solar eclipse after 2026?
Londoners await tonight's deepest solar eclipse since 1999, with 96% of the Sun obscured. Future partial eclipses are set for 2027 and 2028, but a total eclipse won't occur until 2090.
Manchester Airport July passenger numbers hit 3.3m
Manchester Airport saw 3.3m passengers in July, its second busiest month ever. Here are today's delayed and cancelled flights as of 11.40am.
Eclipse 2026: Brits Prepare Pin Hole Cameras as Glasses Sell Out
Tonight's partial solar eclipse will obscure over 90% of the Sun over the UK for the first time since 1999, with approved glasses sold out and many turning to pin hole cameras.
Five warnings for UK drivers during tonight's solar eclipse
Drivers are warned not to let the solar eclipse distract them. Confused.com's Matt Crole-Rees offers five safety tips, as penalties for careless driving and phone use apply.
UK Solar Eclipse: Pinhole Viewer Guide and Exact Times
The UK's first near-total solar eclipse in over half a century will begin shortly after 6pm. Here’s how to make a pinhole viewer to watch it safely.
Brits face 3-hour rolling blackouts under new grid rule
Millions of British households could face three-hour rolling blackouts after a new electricity grid rule was quietly implemented this week, allowing the operator to disconnect homes and businesses with just eight hours' notice.
How to Watch Total Solar Eclipse Live Stream from ESA
The ESA will livestream the total solar eclipse from Spain's Javalambre Observatory on Wednesday, starting at 19:30 CEST (18:30 BST), with expert commentary and live telescope feeds.
TikTok and Etsy sellers urged to check insurance or lose it all
TikTok and Etsy sellers must verify product liability insurance or risk financial ruin from a single claim, warns insurance specialist Chris DeCarolis.
Scotland's 1954 total solar eclipse: biggest in modern history
Scotland's 1954 total solar eclipse, visible only from Shetland, was the most dramatic in modern history, overshadowing Wednesday's partial eclipse.
Solar Eclipse on the Tyne: Gateshead event to draw 2,500
Over 90% of the Sun will be hidden by the Moon on Wednesday evening, with a special Eclipse on the Tyne event in Gateshead expecting around 2,500 attendees.
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