Britons told to view solar eclipse using colander to protect eyes
The eclipse on 12 August will be the most complete seen in the UK since 1999 The government is warning Britons to view the upcoming solar eclipse with a colander…
Driest UK regions miss out on rain and warning of wildfire risk ahead of fourth summer heatwave
Fire chiefs are warning wildfires could become ‘exceptionally severe’ following the prolonged spell of dry weather The UK’s most parched regions missed out on their chance for rain this weekend…
Britons told to view solar eclipse through colander to protect eyes
The eclipse on 12 August will be the most complete seen in the UK since 1999 The government is warning Britons to view the upcoming solar eclipse through a colander…
August bank holiday 2026 benefit payment date changes as millions affected
All the essential cost of living information whether claiming benefits or not The summer is usually a time when cost-of-living pressures are less intense, with energy demand low and the…
Squishy dumpling toys recalled over ‘serious’ toxic chemical risk
The squishy dumpling toys have been described as the ‘latest viral trend for kids’ but imitation versions could be harmful A recall has been issued for a version of a…
Man and woman die after being pulled from sea
A man and a woman have died after getting into trouble in the sea off a popular beach. The two people were pulled from the water off Fistral Beach in…
Andy Burnham explains why rescue dog Axel won’t be joining him at No 10
Axel the Bichon-Poo was adopted by Andy Burnham and his wife nearly 10 years ago Andy Burnham has confirmed his pet dog, Axel, will not be relocating to Downing Street,…
Two people die after being pulled from sea at popular Cornish beach
Emergency services, including the police, coastguard and ambulance, responded to the incident Two people have died after being pulled from the water at a beach in Cornwall. Emergency services were…
UK preparing for wildfires similar to those that have torn through France and Spain, minister confirms
Fires have wrought destruction in mainland Europe this week, with 220,000 forced out of their homes in south-west France and 116,000 evacuated in Spain The government is preparing for wildfires…
Jaxon, 5, praised for calling 999 for injured mum
When five-year-old Jaxon’s mum fell down the stairs, hitting her head and falling unconscious, he knew exactly what to do. At home in Dudley with his three-year-old brother, he called…