6 h. ago Britain could be hit with a foot of snow as Met Office issues amber warning amid fears of flooding

Forecasters warned of severe travel disruption, power cuts and a potential risk to life and property as bitterly cold conditions persist for a second weekend. 

Events

16 h. ago Firm behind some of Britain's most iconic toys including Hornby, Airfix and Scalextric sounds alarm over £17million debt bomb

Legendary toy manufacturer, Hornby, has prepared a 'severe but plausible' plan where repayment of their £12.5million loan would need to be delayed.

Economics

20 h. ago Hornby, Airfix and Scalextric maker warns of ‘severe’ cash crunch as debt pile spirals out of control

THE maker of Britain's most beloved toys is facing a financial nightmare as debts spiral to £17.2million. Hornby - the legend behind Scalextric racing cars, Airfix kits and model railways - has warned of a "severe" cash crunch that could force it to delay paying back massive loans. The Margate-based giant is battling a perfect...

Events

31 h. ago Britain faces further snow, ice, and heavy rain this weekend after Storm Goretti's hurricane

After severe conditions caused school closures and travel disruption, yellow warnings for snow and ice continue until Sunday and the Met Office warned Saturday morning will see a 'very cold start'.

Events

49 h. ago Met Office weather map turns blue as one month's rainfall expected in three hours

The Met Office has several weather warnings in place, including two for rain, as some 60mm of precipitation is feared to lash across parts of the East of England and south Wales today

Society

61 h. ago Emergency red weather warning alert to be sent to mobile phones in high risk areas

The Met Office has issued its most severe weather warning to half a million UK phones as Storm Goretti approaches the coast. The emergency alert was broadcast to mobile devices this afternoon amid growing fears over the storm's potential impact.

Events

63 h. ago BREAKING: Emergency alert to be sent to UK mobiles in rare red weather warning areas

The Met Office has issued its most severe weather warning ahead of Storm Goretti closing in on Cornwall.

Events

63 h. ago Deadly rare red weather warning issued by Met Office as Storm Goretti hits

The Met Office has issued a rare red weather warning for wind, alert of the most severe kind, as Storm Goretti is set to hit the UK with strong winds, heavy snow and rain

Events

67 h. ago If geoengineering is ever deployed in a climate emergency, transparency is key | Ines Camilloni

We must not let geoengineering be shaped behind closed doors. Climate justice demands an inclusive approachAs the world faces the challenges of the climate crisis and critical threshold levels or tipping points may be reached soon, a disputable idea is gaining momentum as a potential solution: solar geoengineering – the deliberate reflection of sunlight to cool the planet. Advocates argue it could buy us time. Critics warn of unknown risks. Some see it as a possible emergency break if temperatures spiral out of control. Others call it a dangerous distraction that undermines meaningful climate action.Research into solar geoengineering is advancing, including exploration of techniques such as stratospheric aerosol injection, which would involve spraying tiny reflective particles into the upper atmosphere to mimic the cooling effect of volcanic eruptions, and marine cloud brightening, which aims to enhance the reflectivity of low-lying marine clouds. While stratospheric aerosol injecti...

Science

68 h. ago Spanish holiday hotspots issue warning after tourists suffer severe spider bites

Multiple people across various destinations in Spain have been bitten by a Mediterranean violin spider, with one even losing two fingers.

Events

3 d. ago Severe travel warning for Midlands as Storm Goretti expected to bring up to 15cm snowfall

National Highways and the Met Office have issued amber weather warnings for snow in the West and East Midlands, with heavy snowfall expected around Birmingham, Leicester and Nottingham on Thursday and Friday

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3 d. ago This expert trick opens a frozen car door quickly without breaking the handle

Drivers are being urged to follow expert advice to avoid breaking plastic door handles during the UK cold snap with severe weather warnings in place

Politics

3 d. ago RSPCA urges dog owners to look out for five warning signs in icy weather that could lead to ‘severe damage’

Here's how to keep your furry pals safe and warm over winter

Events

4 d. ago Welsh weatherman Derek Brockway warns of 'severe and disruptive' weather

His warning comes as the Met Office has issued a yellow weather alert with the arrival of Storm Goretti

Events

4 d. ago Scots MP calls for army to be deployed as snow crisis deepens amid weather warnings

Amid school closures and severe weather warnings across northern Scotland, MP Andrew Bowie has urged ministers to request military help as snow leaves remote Aberdeenshire communities cut off from food, fuel and vital medical supplies.

Events

4 d. ago Scotland weather LIVE: Calls for military to be deployed in parts of Scotland hit by heavy snow

Several days after the first weather warning, Met Office alerts for snow and ice are continuing to be issued.

Events

4 d. ago Scotland weather LIVE: Council declare 'major incident' as Scotland hit by heavy snow

Several days after the first weather warning, Met Office alerts for snow and ice are continuing to be issued.

Society

4 d. ago Scotland weather LIVE: Council declares 'major incident' as Scotland hit by heavy snow

Several days after the first weather warning, Met Office alerts for snow and ice are continuing to be issued.

Society

4 d. ago Scotland weather RECAP: Council declares 'major incident' as Scotland hit by heavy snow

Several days after the first weather warning, Met Office alerts for snow and ice are continuing to be issued.

Events

5 d. ago Mapped: Every country Trump has threatened after capture of Venezuelan president Maduro

Trump has warned several countries, including Nato ally Denmark, that the U.S. is ready to prove America’s ‘dominance in the Western hemisphere’

Politics