Ceramics Industry in Crisis: Energy, Brexit, Imports
Sharon Yates, a potter for 34 years, fights to save the UK ceramics industry as soaring energy prices, Brexit, and cheap imports force closures like Denby Pottery after 217 years.
Category : Climate
Greater Manchester to Hit 32°C Today Amid Extreme Heatwave
Greater Manchester will reach 32°C today as an extreme heatwave grips the UK, with temperatures potentially hitting 40°C and a rare red warning issued.
Dozens of UK Schools Close as Red Extreme Heat Warning Issued
Dozens of schools in England and Wales have closed due to a red extreme heat warning, with temperatures expected to hit 40C. The Met Office warns of severe impacts on health, travel, and infrastructure.
Freeview Switch-Off by 2034 Could Be Burnham's 'Winter Fuel Moment'
The UK government confirms Freeview TV services may end in 2034, leaving households without internet unable to watch television. Campaigners warn it could be Andy Burnham's 'winter fuel moment'.
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World Cup Warning: TV Vet on Dog Stress from Football Noise
TV vet Dr Scott Miller warns that World Cup noise and excitement can cause anxiety in dogs, who hear sounds from four times farther than humans. He advises providing a quiet retreat.
41 UK schools closed Tuesday due to heatwave red warning
A red weather warning for extreme heat has forced 41 UK schools to close on Tuesday, with temperatures potentially reaching 40C. The Met Office warns of severe health impacts.
41 UK Schools Close as Met Issues Red Warning for 40C Heat
The Met Office issues red warning for extreme heat up to 40C; 41 schools across England close, with some moving online or finishing early.
UK Schools Close After Met Office Red Warning for Extreme Heat
Dozens of UK schools shut after Met Office issues rare red warning for extreme heat, with temperatures forecast to reach 40C in parts of England and Wales.
School Closures for Heatwave in UK Regions Confirmed
Dozens of schools in England and Wales are closing due to extreme heat and red warnings, with temperatures forecast to reach 40°C. The full list of closures is provided.
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Stay cool on hot nights without a fan: use a damp sheet
A damp bed sheet, wrung out and used as a duvet, is the best fan-free way to stay cool on hot nights, according to the Centre for Sustainable Energy.
Free Hack for Sleeping Through Hot Nights Revealed
Energy expert Katey Bell shares a simple, free method to cool down quickly using a damp bedsheet, reducing core body temperature for better sleep without a fan.
Abandoned Welsh Village Capel Celyn: Beautiful but Sad
The abandoned Welsh village of Capel Celyn, flooded in 1965 to supply water to Liverpool, remains a sensitive and poignant site for visitors, with a memorial chapel and occasional ruins visible during droughts.
Wales' Best Beach Crowned: Traeth Llanddwyn Tops UK List
Traeth Llanddwyn in Anglesey has been named the best beach in Wales and the UK by Time Out, surpassing Rhossili and Barafundle, as a heatwave arrives with a rare red weather alert.
Met Office Power Cut Warning for 71 UK Areas in Heatwave
Power cut warnings have been issued for 71 UK areas as amber and red extreme heat alerts take effect, with the Met Office warning of potential infrastructure failures and loss of services.
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World Cup Hydration Break Scrapped After Weather Delay
The hydration break was scrapped in the second half of France's World Cup match against Iraq after a two-hour delay due to adverse weather, as FIFA confirmed no break would take place.
How to Survive the Apocalypse: Don't Forget the Whisky
France issues survival booklet amid global tensions; preppers advised to stock alcohol as currency and anaesthetic.
Tyne Valley Urged to Prevent River Tragedies at Safety Event
The third annual water safety event on the River Tyne, held after three teenage deaths, aims to educate youngsters and prevent further tragedies through community cooperation.
UK Energy Surplus for Winter Despite Iran War
Britain has more than enough electricity supply for winter, with a 5.5 GW surplus, despite higher bills from the Iran war and geopolitical tensions.
North-east Scotland in 'Goldilocks zone' for energy transition
Up to 18,000 offshore energy jobs could be lost by 2035 unless renewables growth matches oil and gas decline in the next five years, says Robert Gordon University report.
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Schools Close Amid Rare Red Heat Warning for UK
Dozens of schools close and transport bosses warn against travel as rare red warnings for extreme heat are issued, with temperatures expected to hit record highs for June, potentially reaching 40C.
UK Schools Close as Red Heat Warnings Issued for Extreme Temperatures
Dozens of schools close amid rare red weather warnings for extreme heat in England and Wales, with temperatures expected to reach 38-40°C, potentially breaking the June record of 35.6°C set in 1976.
Prince William Urges Tech CEOs to Be Leaders They Admired
Prince William told tech CEOs to 'be the leader you wanted to be when you were growing up' at London Climate Action Week, securing a pledge to end wildlife trafficking on their platforms.
Dozens of UK schools close as red heat warnings issued
Dozens of schools close and transport bosses warn against non-essential travel as rare red warnings for extreme heat, with temperatures up to 40C, hit England and Wales.
Met Office Urges 50 Areas to Prepare for Heatwave Power Cuts
The Met Office warns 50 UK areas to gather batteries and torches as extreme heat could cause power cuts. Red and amber alerts from Wednesday 9am to Thursday 9pm, with temperatures up to 39C.
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Rare Red Warnings Issued Over Extreme Heat in UK
Rare red warnings have been issued for extreme heat in the UK, with temperatures expected to hit 38-40C in parts of England and Wales, smashing June records and posing severe health risks.
GEM Urges Drivers Not to Drive Tired; Subaru Offers £1000 Trade-In
GEM Motoring Assist warns driver fatigue causes 4% of collisions, but true figure may be 1 in 5 crashes. Subaru UK launches 'Trade In, Trade Up' offer with £1000 contribution for any trade-in.
Two Toddlers Die in Car in France as Temperatures Hit 40C
Two toddlers, aged two and four, were found dead inside a car in France amid a 40C heatwave. The mother was unaware they were in the vehicle. Three elderly people also died from heat in Bordeaux.
Spanish Town Engulfed by 65ft Flames in Massive Wildfire
A wildfire with 65ft flames engulfs two villages in Murcia, Spain, prompting evacuation of hundreds and deployment of over 170 soldiers.
Bonobos and Chimps Show Human-Like Imagination and Rationality
Bonobos and chimpanzees show imagination and rationality, challenging beliefs about human uniqueness, new research reveals.
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Liverpool Kids as Young as Three Need Tooth Surgery
One in three Liverpool five-year-olds has tooth decay; children as young as three need surgery to remove up to 20 teeth. Free toothbrushes and supervised brushing programmes aim to combat the crisis.
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