Several UK newspapers have highlighted the intense heatwave currently affecting the country. The Metro featured a front page headline describing Monday as the “bank hottest day,” noting a record-breaking temperature of 34.8°C, the highest ever recorded in May. The paper also cautions that Tuesday might bring even warmer conditions. On the same sweltering Monday, the… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Bank hottest day Monday' and 'Sturgeon's ex-husband used SNP cash'
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Next boss warns of 'dramatic' fall in entry-level jobs
The chief executive of Next, Lord Wolfson, has highlighted a significant decline in entry-level job opportunities across the UK. Speaking to the BBC, he revealed that while the company used to see roughly 10 applicants per position in its retail shops just two years ago, the figure has now nearly doubled to 19 applicants per… Continue reading Next boss warns of 'dramatic' fall in entry-level jobs
Britain's protected birds of prey still illegally targeted – RSPB
Despite longstanding legal protections, some of Britain’s most vulnerable birds of prey continue to be illegally killed, according to a recent report from the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB). Their findings, covering the period from 2015 to 2024, document 921 confirmed incidents of shooting, trapping, and poisoning. The RSPB notes that over… Continue reading Britain's protected birds of prey still illegally targeted – RSPB
Donaldson: Jury selection to begin in the sex abuse trial of former DUP leader
The legal proceedings involving former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson have commenced this Tuesday at Newry Crown Court, where the jury selection process is underway. Donaldson, aged 63, stands accused of multiple sexual offences including rape, with a total of 18 charges against him. He has entered a plea of not guilty to all allegations.… Continue reading Donaldson: Jury selection to begin in the sex abuse trial of former DUP leader
'I'm the man with the money,' Murrell told Shetland jeweller
In 2019, during a visit to a jewellery store in Shetland, Nicola Sturgeon’s husband, Peter Murrell, made a notable remark to the shop owner, declaring himself as “the man with the money.” At that period, Murrell was serving as the chief executive of the Scottish National Party (SNP), while Sturgeon held the dual roles of… Continue reading 'I'm the man with the money,' Murrell told Shetland jeweller
Social media 'is vital', say Welsh teens arguing against a ban
A group of teenagers from Morriston Comprehensive School in Swansea have expressed their opposition to proposed restrictions on social media use for those under 16 years old, emphasizing that social media is essential to their daily lives. These 13 and 14-year-olds acknowledged that while social media has some drawbacks, banning it outright would be harmful.… Continue reading Social media 'is vital', say Welsh teens arguing against a ban
Watch: Best moments from 2026 Cooper's Hill cheese rolling races
A large crowd endured intense heat to watch participants from various countries compete in the annual cheese rolling event held on Cooper’s Hill in Brockworth. Competitors chased after a 7-pound (3-kilogram) wheel of Double Gloucester cheese as it sped down a steep slope with a 1:2 gradient. In the men’s race, YouTuber Tom Kopke emerged… Continue reading Watch: Best moments from 2026 Cooper's Hill cheese rolling races
Strictly was terrifying, ex weather presenter Carol Kirkwood says
Carol Kirkwood, the former BBC weather presenter, has described her experience on Strictly Come Dancing as “terrifying.” The 63-year-old, who hails from Morar on Scotland’s west coast, initially hesitated when invited to join the show, concerned about appearing foolish on national television. However, she later revealed at the Hay Festival in Hay-on-Wye, Powys, that dancing… Continue reading Strictly was terrifying, ex weather presenter Carol Kirkwood says
Family remember 'darling boy', 15, who died in Lincoln lake
The tragic loss of a 15-year-old boy at a lake near Lincoln has prompted a heartfelt plea from his family to highlight the risks associated with water safety. Declan Sawyer was discovered at Swanholme Lakes on Sunday after emergency services responded to reports of a boy struggling in the water around 2:30 pm BST. Carl,… Continue reading Family remember 'darling boy', 15, who died in Lincoln lake
Hottest May day on record in UK as temperatures pass 34C
On Monday, London recorded an unprecedented temperature for the month of May, reaching 34.8C at Kew Gardens. This provisional measurement surpassed the previous record for the hottest bank holiday Monday, which stood at 33.3C from August 2019. Meanwhile, Wales also saw its warmest May day ever, with temperatures climbing to 32.2C at Hawarden Airport in… Continue reading Hottest May day on record in UK as temperatures pass 34C