24 h. ago 7 ways to keep your home warm without turning the heating on

MoneyMagpie Editor and financial expert Vicky Parry shares how to keep energy bills low as we move into autumn and chillier days

Society

68 h. ago Best electric blankets and heated throws to keep you warm and toasty, tried and tested

These cost-effective electric blankets make for cosier nights

Events

1 week ago A vintage year? British growers harvest their grapes early after a dry, hot summer

Warm weather has created strong flavours that some say means fruit that’s ripe enough for still wineUK vineyards are getting ready for a vintage year – and a very early harvest – with the warm, sunny weather caused by the heating climate delivering strong flavours in their grapes.Across the UK the total amount of wine produced is likely to be up on last year. English growers alone added more than 1,000 hectares of vines in 2024, taking the total to 4,841, of which 3,763 was in active production in 2024, according to the industry body Wine GB. Continue reading...

Events

2 w. ago Hive home heating review: Stay warm this winter, the smart way

Veteran advocate of the intelligent home, Stuart Pritchard explains why your house needs Hive

Society

2 w. ago UK 'warming up for bank holiday weekend' with temperatures reaching 26C

August bank holiday is set to be warm, but not quite heatwave conditions

Events

2 w. ago UK on track for one of hottest summers on record, says Met Office

High pressure systems, a dry spring, and a significant marine heatwave have all contributed to the persistent warm temperatures.

Politics

3 w. ago Last day Scotland will see warm weather before heatwave turns to 600

The Met Office has warned Scots "that autumn is waiting in the wings".

Society

3 w. ago UK heatwave: Everywhere due to bask in 31C temperatures today before warm weekend

Temperatures in some parts of the UK could reach 31C on Friday, with warm sunshine and glorious blue skies hanging around for much of the weekend as Brits enjoy the hot weather

Events

3 w. ago Seven warmest areas of UK listed as some Brits face 34C temperatures

The Met Office said that the UK is on day two of a heatwave and there is "overall a very hot, very warm week to come" while England is already suffering from 'nationally significant' water shortfalls

Events

4 w. ago Items you shouldn't leave in car during heatwave – from sunglasses to bottled water

The UK has already experienced several heatwaves and warm spells this summer, and before the next one hits in the coming days, car owners are being urged to check the items they have stored in their vehicles

Politics