Hundreds of flights delayed up to 11 hours as storms hit UK
Nearly 800 flights from Heathrow and Gatwick have been delayed or cancelled as thunderstorms replace the UK heatwave, with delays of up to 11 hours.
Category : Air
Two Rescued After Plane Crash Lands in Sea Off Welsh Coast
Two people were rescued from a microlight that crash-landed in Cardigan Bay, Wales, on Friday evening. They were found sitting on the wing and taken ashore by lifeboat.
Two Rescued in Microlight Crash Off Welsh Coast
Two people were rescued after a microlight aircraft ditched into Cardigan Bay off the Welsh coast on Friday evening, with rescuers finding the pair sitting on the wing of the plane.
British Airways Flight Diverts to Manchester Due to Technical Issue
British Airways flight BA1306 from Heathrow to Aberdeen diverted to Manchester due to technical issue; emergency landing reported.
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Pack Batteries in Cabin to Avoid Deadly Fire Risk, Warns CAA
The UK Civil Aviation Authority warns that packing lithium batteries in checked luggage poses a deadly fire risk, with incidents nearly doubling in 2025. Passengers must take devices like phones, vapes, and power banks into the cabin.
Heathrow and Gatwick Flights Delayed After Thunderstorms
Over 300 flights delayed or cancelled at Heathrow and Gatwick due to thunderstorms. EasyJet and BA affected; delays expected to continue.
Spain Fingerprint Exemption: Some UK Travellers Not Required
Children under 12 and Irish passport holders are exempt from fingerprint scans under the new EU Entry/Exit System when entering Spain and the Schengen area. All travellers must still be photographed.
Exmouth Beach Named UK's Best for 2026 by AA
Exmouth Beach in East Devon has been ranked the UK's best beach for 2026 by the AA, scoring 76.42 overall with perfect water quality and 27,100 monthly Google searches.
Two Rescued After Aircraft Crash-Lands Off Welsh Coast
Two people were rescued from the sea after a microlight crash-landed near Cardigan Island off the Ceredigion coast on Friday evening, with coastguard and RNLI teams responding.
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Body of Missing Man Recovered from River Severn in Heatwave
Brody Leach's body was recovered from the River Severn in Shrewsbury after he got into difficulty during the UK heatwave, West Mercia Police confirmed.
UK Holidaymakers Exempt from Fingerprint Scans for Spain Entry
British travellers under 12 or with non-UK passports are exempt from fingerprint scans under the new EU Entry/Exit System, which requires most UK passport holders to provide biometric data for Spain and Schengen area visits.
Wuka Launches Heavy Flow Period-Proof Swimwear
WUKA has launched the UK's first heavy flow period-proof competition swimwear, the Lunafly Collection, co-developed with Olympic athlete Hannah Miley MBE, designed for athletes and those with heavy periods.
Birmingham Airport Reopens After Suspicious Vehicle Prompts Evacuation
Birmingham Airport reopens after suspicious vehicle prompts evacuation; police declare vehicle safe, operations return to normal.
US Strikes Iran After Drone Attack on Cargo Ship in Strait of Hormuz
The US conducted airstrikes on Iran following a drone attack on a Singapore-flagged cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, citing ceasefire violations and threats to freedom of navigation.
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FIFA hydration breaks disrupt World Cup flow, critics say
FIFA's mandatory hydration breaks at the 2026 World Cup have drawn criticism for disrupting match flow, with fans booing. Critics say the change was forced through without consultation and solves no problem.
Birmingham Airport Runway Reopens After Emergency Landing
Birmingham Airport runway reopened after emergency landing of light aircraft; passengers faced delays and diversions.
Lando Norris 'Brakes on Fire' at Austrian GP; FIA Probes Ferrari
Lando Norris reported his brakes were 'on fire' during FP2 at the Austrian Grand Prix. The FIA cleared Ferrari's rear-braking system after an investigation, while Kimi Antonelli topped both practice sessions.
FCDO Spain Alert: Child Safety Warning for Summer 2026
The FCDO updated Spain travel advice on June 26, 2026, warning parents to supervise children in pools and at beaches due to drowning risks. Red flags mean no swimming.
Quakes Hit California, Japan, Venezuela; Experts Say Unrelated
A 5.6-magnitude earthquake in California, a 7.2-magnitude in Japan, and two powerful quakes in Venezuela struck within eight hours. Experts confirm they are unrelated, despite online speculation.
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World Cup 2026: Norway v France, Uruguay v Spain, and More
Norway face France to decide Group I winner; Uruguay need result vs Spain; Belgium seek first win. Full schedule, TV channels, streaming info for June 26 World Cup games.
England World Cup qualification scenarios vs Panama
England need to beat Panama to guarantee World Cup knockout stage qualification, but a draw or even a loss could still see them through depending on other results.
Edinburgh Airport Flights Diverted and Cancelled Amid Storms
Edinburgh Airport faced major disruption as thunderstorms caused flight diversions and cancellations. Services were rerouted to Glasgow, Newcastle, Liverpool, Manchester, and Dublin, with delays up to three hours.
Dunkeswell Airfield Major Incident: Emergency Services Swarm
Emergency services including air ambulance, police, fire crews, and paramedics responded to a major incident at Dunkeswell Airfield in Devon on Friday morning; three fire engines were dispatched, but the nature of the incident remains unclear.
Edinburgh Airport Flights Disrupted by Thunderstorms
Thunderstorms caused delays, diversions, and cancellations at Edinburgh Airport on June 26, 2026, affecting flights from multiple cities including London, New York, and Chicago.
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Lithium Battery Incidents Double: 650 Items Found in Hold
The CAA reports nearly 650 lithium battery incidents in hold luggage in a year, double the previous year, as pilots warn of fire risks. An easyJet flight was diverted due to a power bank.
FIFA Allows Rainbow Flags at Egypt-Iran World Cup Match
FIFA confirms rainbow flags are permitted at the Egypt vs Iran World Cup match in Seattle, despite both countries criminalizing homosexuality and Iran imposing the death penalty.
Lightning Chaos at Arrowhead: Fans Hide in Buses
World Cup fans at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas are sheltering in buses due to severe lightning ahead of the Netherlands vs Tunisia match, with forecasts warning of heavy rain and thunderstorms.
Fans Hide in Buses as Lightning Strikes World Cup Stadium
Severe lightning at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas forces World Cup fans to seek shelter in buses ahead of the Netherlands vs Tunisia match.
Peckham Fire LIVE: Huge Blaze Near Copeland Park
A large fire erupted near Copeland Park in Peckham, London, sending thick black smoke into the sky. Emergency services are at the scene. This is a breaking story.
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Sidemen World Cup Watchalong: Free BBC Stream for Germany vs Ecuador
The BBC partners with the Sidemen for a free World Cup watchalong of Germany vs Ecuador on Thursday. Kick-off at 9pm BST on BBC iPlayer, BBC Sport website, and YouTube.
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