Future Heatwaves: Booze Bans, Furloughs, Library Shelters
WHO warns current heatwaves are a 'dress rehearsal' for future record-bakers. UK urged to plan booze bans, furloughs for builders, and library shelters as Europe lost 200,000 in four years.
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Beadnell Bay Named UK's Best Coastal Campsite for Summer 2026
Beadnell Bay Camping and Caravanning Club Site in Northumberland has been ranked seventh in a list of the UK's best coastal campsites for summer 2026, according to price comparison site Idealo.
UK Drivers Urged to Keep Car Windows Closed for Hay Fever
Drivers advised to close windows from Wednesday as Met Office warns of high pollen levels across UK, affecting over 10 million hay fever sufferers.
Hungary's New Leader Targets Oligarchs with Wealth Tax
Hungary's new PM Péter Magyar plans a wealth tax on oligarchs who benefited under Orbán, aiming for social justice and accountability.
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Hay Fever Sufferers: Avoid Fabric Softener and Outdoor Drying
Hay fever sufferers should avoid fabric softener and drying clothes outside, as these habits worsen symptoms by trapping pollen, experts warn.
Three firefighters killed in Colorado wildfire identified
Three firefighters killed in Colorado wildfire identified as Emily Barker, Nick Hutcherson, and Sydney Watson.
England Face 'Heatdome' Nightmare at World Cup Camp
England's World Cup training base in Kansas City braces for a brutal 'heat dome' with temperatures up to 43.3°C, threatening player health before their round of 32 match against DR Congo.
Climate Crisis Fuels Surge in Dengue Outbreaks Across Pacific Islands
Dengue outbreaks surge across Pacific due to climate crisis, with Fiji, Samoa, Tonga worst affected; 16,502 cases and 17 deaths since 2025.
Attract Birds to Your Garden in July with Water, Not Seed
Forget birdseed: placing a shallow dish of water outdoors in July attracts birds regularly, says TikTok's The Floral Gardener. Water helps birds survive heatwaves and is free.
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Met Office: 26 Counties Could Hit 30C Next Week
The Met Office says a heatwave is increasingly likely as 26 counties face temperatures of 30C or higher by July 7, with peaks up to 33C in London and Berkshire.
Trump's Wind Power Claims Fact-Checked: Turbines Not as Bad as He Says
Fact-checking Trump's claims about wind power: turbines are cheap, not major bird or whale killers, and recyclable.
UK Rain and Thunderstorm Warnings Before Possible 30C Weekend
Yellow rain and thunderstorm warnings for Scotland and Northern Ireland on Tuesday, as UK could see temperatures up to 30C by the weekend, says Met Office.
Britain in 2052: Heatwaves, Water Scarcity and Food Rationing
A glimpse of Britain in 2052: heatwaves, water scarcity, food rationing, and overwhelmed hospitals as climate change takes hold.
England World Cup Camp Hit by 'Heatdome' with 43C Heat
England's World Cup training camp in Kansas City faces a dangerous 'heatdome' with temperatures reaching 43.3°C, posing health risks for players and fans ahead of their round of 32 match against DR Congo.
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Expert: Renewables Only Path to Cheaper Energy Bills
As the Ofgem price cap rises by 13% to £1,862, an expert warns the US-Iran ceasefire won't cut bills quickly. The only solution: homegrown renewables and efficiency.
Scotland Housing Emergency: SNP Misses Affordable Homes Target
Scotland's housing emergency continues as SNP misses affordable homes target by 15%, with over 10,000 children in temporary accommodation. Shelter warns political choices are to blame.
E.coli in Thames 60 Times Safe Limit After Sewage Spill
E.coli levels in the River Thames reached 58,000 cfu per 100ml, over 60 times the safe swimming threshold, after a sewage spill during the hottest June day on record.
Russia Fuel Crisis: Mile-Long Queues Amid Ukraine Drone Strikes
Russia faces its worst fuel crisis in years as Ukrainian drone strikes cut refinery capacity by 30%, causing mile-long queues and rationing of 20 litres per vehicle across 50 regions.
London's Wild Swimming Boom: Sewage, Safety, and Blue Spaces
As heatwaves drive thousands to London's rivers and reservoirs, the capital's lack of safe, clean swimming spots highlights the urgent need for investment and infrastructure to match other European cities.
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One Everyday Item That Attracts Birds to Your Garden
A TikTok gardener reveals that placing water in your garden attracts birds more effectively than seeds or bread. Multiple shallow water sources can draw flocks, especially during July heatwaves.
UK Could See Hottest Day Ever as 40C Heatwave in July
Weather maps show the UK could experience its hottest day in history with temperatures up to 40C between July 8-11, particularly in southern England and London.
White Vinegar Kills Weeds in Hours, Says Gardening Expert
White vinegar can kill weeds within hours, especially on hot days. Gardening expert Ifzaal shares this natural, chemical-free method. Works best on sunny days, but avoid using on lawns.
Kremlin: Nuclear Weapons Only Shield From Global War
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov warned that only nuclear deterrence prevents global war, hours before Putin met human rights commissioner Yana Lantratova, who reported 14,752 appeals since May.
Katie Price Slammed by PETA Over Dubai Puppy Purchase
Katie Price faces backlash from PETA after buying a £2,000 pomsky puppy in Dubai, days after two of her cats went missing from her UK home. The charity renews calls for a ban on her owning pets.
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12.8M Free Bus Journeys by Young People in North Lanarkshire
Over 12.8 million free bus journeys have been made by young people in North Lanarkshire since the under 22s bus pass scheme began in 2022. Across Scotland, the total exceeds 310 million journeys.
Met Office: 17 UK Counties Could Hit 40C Next Week
The Met Office warns that 17 UK counties could see temperatures of 40C or higher next week, potentially breaking the all-time UK record of 40.3C, with 41C possible.
South Africa Anti-Migrant Protests: Thousands Leave
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa urges calm as thousands of migrants leave amid anti-migrant protests. Over 12,000 deported or repatriated since demonstrations intensified.
Don't Pour Melted Ice Cream Down Sink, Experts Warn
Cleaning experts warn UK households not to pour melted ice cream down the sink during the heatwave, as it can cause costly fatberg blockages and sewer disruption.
UK Faces Record-Breaking 41C Heatwave Within Days
Britain's all-time temperature record of 40.3C could be broken within days as forecasts predict a 41C scorcher. Meteorologist Jim Dale warns the 'big heat' is returning to the UK and Europe this weekend.
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BBC Breakfast shares Princess Kate update after charity challenge
Princess Kate completed the National Three Peaks Challenge for the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, meeting a father and son carrying his paraplegic child up Ben Nevis.
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