Russia 'clearly threatened' as no warships in Mediterranean
Russia has no warships in the Mediterranean for the first time in over a decade, a NATO official says, describing the fleet as a 'shambles'.
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U-turn ban to be introduced at major Hunts Cross junction
Liverpool City Council will ban U-turns at the Hunts Cross junction on Speke Hall Road and Hillfoot Avenue from September 8, 2026, to February 17, 2028.
Ryanair slams Spain's air traffic control as worst in Europe
Ryanair says Spain's Enaire ATC is now worse than France, with delays up 28%, disrupting 32,600 flights and six million passengers.
CalMac ferry evacuated after bomb threat at Ardrossan
A CalMac ferry was evacuated at Ardrossan Harbour following a bomb threat, after a passenger went overboard and was rescued. No injuries have been reported.
Met Office September forecast: sixth heatwave possible
The Met Office has issued its September forecast, saying temperatures could soar in the south, with a possible sixth heatwave of the year.
UK weather: 3C chill to hit in hours - 32 counties below 10C
Britain faces a sharp chill in hours, with temperatures plunging to 3C in Scotland and 32 counties falling below 10C, a stark contrast to recent record heat.
UK flood risk map: El Nino storms to hit Britain
Britain faces flooding this autumn as an 'unprecedented' El Nino brings storms. A Friends of the Earth map shows areas most at risk from river and sea flooding.
Blue Badge holders warned: permit is not a licence to park anywhere
Blue Badge holders risk fines, prosecution or losing their badge by parking in dangerous or obstructive spots. Official guidance says the permit is not a licence to park anywhere.
UK weather maps show 28C heat surge as 16 counties above 25C
New weather maps suggest temperatures could reach 28C in parts of the UK on Wednesday, 26 August, with 16 counties expected to exceed 25C.
Tornadoes hit Long Island and Delaware; rescues follow floods
Tornadoes struck Long Island, New York, and Dover, Delaware, damaging buildings and stranding dozens in cars during flash flooding that hit the US north-east.
Victoria Park splashpad closed until further notice
Cardiff's Victoria Park splashpad has closed until further notice after a fault was identified during cleaning, with almost two weeks of the summer holidays remaining.
German fans plan VAR protests over 'robbed joy of football'
German football fans plan mass VAR protests this weekend, accusing the technology of 'robbing the joy of football' and calling for its abolition.
NYC West Nile mosquito numbers nearly double, officials warn
New York City officials report a near 200% rise in West Nile virus-positive mosquitoes, urging residents to secure windows and doors and eliminate standing water.
Lawn expert: brown grass can recover in 10-14 days after rain
Brown lawns can show green regrowth within 10-14 days of consistent rainfall, with full recovery in two to four weeks, says turf specialist Jonathan Davis.
M49 'ghost' junction defects known for months, DfT admits
Safety defects on the M49 'ghost' junction were known to the DfT as early as January, months before National Highways publicly admitted the issues in June.
UK tourists warned as amber alerts hit Spanish hotspots
Amber and yellow weather alerts for rain and storms are in force across parts of Spain, including the Balearic Islands, with up to 100mm of rainfall possible in a few hours.
UK weather maps show 4C cold snap on Saturday - full list of 10 counties under 6C
Temperatures could fall as low as 4C in parts of the UK on Saturday, with 10 counties expected to see temperatures below 6C, according to WXCharts.com data.
Met Office warns of unprecedented El Nino bringing stormy UK autumn
The Met Office warns an unprecedented El Nino is developing, bringing wetter, stormier conditions to the UK this autumn and winter, and making 2027 potentially the hottest year on record.
Met Office names 19 UK areas hit by rain wall after heatwave
The Met Office forecasts heavy rain across 19 named UK areas from Tuesday, ending the recent hot spell. Rainfall could reach over 32mm per hour.
Aldi 99p Gazpacho Soup Could Help Lower Blood Pressure
Aldi is launching a 99p Fiesta Red Gazpacho Soup on August 27 as part of its Taste of Spain range, with research suggesting regular consumption can reduce high blood pressure risk by 27%.
Weekly prosecutions for wrong-way motorway driving revealed
A motorist is prosecuted every week for driving the wrong way on motorways, with 31 drivers charged in 30 weeks. Cases include reversing and U-turns near high-speed traffic.
Deprived children most at risk of drowning, data shows
New research shows children from deprived backgrounds are most at risk of drowning, prompting calls for a national prevention strategy and a dedicated water safety minister.
Met Office issues El Nino warning as UK set for unprecedented weather
The Met Office warns of an unprecedented El Nino, with 2027 likely to be the hottest year on record and the UK facing wetter, stormier conditions.
Passport Office warns against travelling with reported lost passports
HM Passport Office has warned travellers not to use passports previously reported lost or stolen, saying they are cancelled and could disrupt trips.
Orange Warning for Mallorca as Thunderstorms and 39C Hit
An orange weather warning has been issued for Mallorca as thunderstorms, 60mph winds and temperatures up to 39C threaten the island, with conditions expected to continue into Friday.
Met Office Names 15 Areas Facing Heavy Rain on Friday
The Met Office has revealed 15 areas across the UK that will face heavy rain on Friday, with Northumberland expected to see up to 8mm/hr.
Met Office Names 10 Counties Facing Heavy Rain Friday
Heavy rain is forecast for Friday in 10 counties across Wales and south-west England, with temperatures below average and highs of 20C, the Met Office says.
Flood alert issued for Sefton after heavy rain hits Merseyside
A flood alert has been issued for Sefton as heavy rain hits Merseyside. Sefton Council issued a flood alert for the River Alt on Thursday, August 20, warning of potential flooding between Maghull and Formby.
Met Office thunderstorm warning for 26 areas across UK
The Met Office has extended its yellow thunderstorm warning covering 26 areas, with up to 40mm of rain, lightning, hail and flash flooding possible across parts of the UK.
Met Office Updates Thunderstorm Warning: Five Areas Affected
The Met Office has updated its yellow thunderstorm warning for the North East, with Darlington and Teesside still covered until 1pm. Power cuts and lightning strikes possible.
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