8 h. ago Mapped: Where Britain is at risk of drought amid hosepipe ban warning

Households are being warned of the potential risk of water restrictions, as parts of the country experience the driest start to the year for nearly a century

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10 h. ago Crete holiday warning for Brits as major earthquake sparks tsunami fears

The magnitude of the earthquake has since been updated to 6.0 as a tsunami warning was issued after the earthquake struck near the coast of Crete, which is the most populous of the Greek islands

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10 h. ago UK couple are hit with 'scam' £9,000 tax bill by Spanish authorities despite never having worked there

When the couple moved to Andalusia, Richard, 70, continued to pay tax on his UK pension to HMRC, meaning he did not have to pay any tax to Hacienda, the Spanish Treasury.

Economics

12 h. ago Greece earthquake map shows scale of terrifying quake ahead of major tsunami warning

People are being warned to stay away from parts of Crete after a powerful 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck the region, while emergency services remain on high alert this morning

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14 h. ago Crete earthquake sparks tsunami warning off coast of Greece after magnitude 5.9 quake

People are warned to stay away from parts of Crete in Greece, following the magnitude 5.9 earthquake.

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15 h. ago Tsunami warning issued in Greece as 5.9 magnitude earthquake sparks urgent alert

The alert follows a 5.9 magnitude earthquake that struck on Wednesday morning

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15 h. ago Crete earthquake: Tourists on Greece island warned to 'move away from the coast'

The epicentre of the Greece earthquake was near the coast of Crete and so tourists on the island - popular with British holidaymakers - have now been warned to be vigilant

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22 h. ago Labour's AI plans 'a total mess' as Keir Starmer is warned to 'change course' and protect Britain's world

Labour peers defied the PM this week to push through an amendment to the Data (Use and Access) Bill that gives artists, writers and creators greater protection from the threat of AI.

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29 h. ago Naples hit by 4.4 magnitude earthquake in ‘major seismic swarm’

One resident says she heard a ‘very loud bang’ as several earthquakes hit the Italian coastal city

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30 h. ago Britain on high drought alert: Restrictions warning issued for 16 million people as UK on track for driest spring on record

Much of the UK has become parched in recent weeks amid sustained warm and dry weather, which meteorologists expect will continue for at least another ten days.

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30 h. ago UK health officials issue warning to Brits over 'higher than expected' levels of virus

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said that cases were higher than expected and that people could also fall ill a second time

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32 h. ago Earthquake and 'major seismic swarm' hits Naples as mayor appeals citizens for calm

A 4.4 magnitude earthquake struck the volcanic area around Naples as part of a 'major' quake swarm on Tuesday, sparking fear but no immediate reports of damage.

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35 h. ago Keir Starmer hit by growing backlash for 'island of strangers' warning on immigration to Britain

London MPs have heavily criticised the Prime Minister over his language

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36 h. ago Brit tourist fighting for his life in Greece after taking dip in hotel pool

A 77-year-old man is fighting for his life in hospital after collapsing on holiday on the island of Crete, where the lifeguard came to his rescue in the swimming pool

Society

36 h. ago London MPs slam Keir Starmer for 'island of strangers' warning on immigration to Britain

The PM was hit with a growing backlash after unveiling immigration reforms

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52 h. ago Martin Lewis’ warning to Brit holidaymakers over common luggage item

Sunscreen applied to the skin are designed to protect people from the sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. UV rays are harmful because they can damage skin cells, leading to sunburn, premature aging, and an increased risk of skin cancer

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59 h. ago Map reveals where thunderstorms set to hit Britain within hours as Met Office issues yellow weather warning

The Met Office said up to 2in (50mm) of rain could fall in two hours over parts of England and Wales during the thunderstorm warning period which runs from 12pm until 10pm.

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60 h. ago 'This plan means migration will fall. That's a promise': Keir Starmer unveils immigration crackdown

The Prime Minister said tougher restrictions were needed, warning that Britain risked becoming 'an island of strangers'

Politics

61 h. ago Good Morning Britain interrupted for 'breaking news' as Susanna Reid issues urgent warning

Good Morning Britain was interrupted on Monday as Susanna Reid and Richard Madeley went live to Downing Street

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63 h. ago Households urged to plant £1.08 herb immediately to keep Asian hornets away

Brits have been warned to plant a certain herb to deter Asian hornets, as these invasive stinging insects are capable of destroying bumblebees and ravaging gardens

Economics