Why can rain cause flooding in a drought?
Heavy showers are expected to hit the UK on Thursday following months of dry weather Heavy rain is forecast to hit drought-stricken areas of the UK this week, sparking fears…
Double murder investigation launched over two deaths in Glasgow
A double murder investigation has been launched after two men died in Glasgow at the weekend. The bodies of Paul Lafferty, 50, and Gary Beaton, 54, were found in a…
Track defect found in area where Lewes train derailed
Two people were seriously injured when three carriages came off the tracks A rail track defect existed in the area where a train derailed near Lewes, East Sussex last week,…
Amazon millionaire in privacy row over Dorset neighbour’s balcony
Michele Venton says Ian Bray’s balcony lets him look ‘down into my garden’ An entrepreneur who made a small fortune through her Amazon business is locked in a privacy dispute…
Dog food recalled after reports of pets losing their sight
A dog food brand has recalled all of its fresh meals after reports that a recipe change may have caused some animals to develop an eye condition that, if left…
Bristol osteopath struck off after telling patient that ‘having sex with children is OK’
Jeremy Marquette also said that he does not ‘believe in rape’ An osteopath who told a patient “it’s OK to have sex with children as long as they have hit…
Husband and wife died from impact trauma in plane crash, inquest hears
An inquest has opened into the deaths of a husband and wife who died in a plane crash. Sheetal Swali and Ketan Swali from Syston, Leicester, were pronounced dead at…
Reform civil war intensifies as Farage ally vows to challenge suspension and test if party can ‘tolerate free speech’
Tim Montgomerie says he will make his suspension a ‘test case’ for the party The civil war within Reform UK has intensified after a high-profile ally of Nigel Farage vowed…
Thunderstorm warnings issued for parts of UK with flash flooding expected
Yellow thunderstorm warnings have been issued across the UK, with heavy showers expected to lead to flash flooding and travel disruption. The Met Office warnings will come into force across…
What is endometriosis and what are the symptoms?
The painful condition causes cells similar to those in the lining of the womb to grow in other parts of the body Radio presenter Emma Barnett revealed she has had…