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5 d. ago Met Office reveals that England had warmest June on record and warns of 'more hot spells'

Sunshine levels were also slightly above average for June

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5 d. ago Drivers are warned of roadworks in Carluke starting on June 30

Throughout the closure, two separate signed diversion routes will be in place.

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6 d. ago Europe melts in killer heatwave: Spanish woman drops dead as country sees 'hottest ever June' while Brit goes missing on Greek island amid warnings not to go outside at continent's holiday hotspots

Sweltering temperatures exceeded 40C (104F) across much of southern Europe over the weekend, with firefighters rallying to tackle blazes across the drying continent.

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7 d. ago Brits on five common medications warned to stay indoors during June heatwave

As the UK continues to bask in the sunny weather, a warning has been issued to individuals on five different types of medication - urging them to take extra precautions

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1 week ago June 30 comes with a warning and there are risks if you fail to comply

The British public are being urged to check their local council's rules or potentially risk punishment for non-compliance

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1 week ago Donald Trump 'incandescent with rage' as he shows true feelings in sweary rant

EXCLUSIVE: Donald Trump swore on live television earlier this morning (June 24) as he warned Israel to "calm down" after what he branded was a "violation" of the ceasefire in the Middle East

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2 w. ago Met Office warns of'changeable conditions' as June comes to an end

Large parts of the UK are currently experiencing a heatwave as temperatures could reach 34C this weekend

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2 w. ago UK households urged to soak flowers in vases in 80p liquid immediately

Cut flowers sitting in vases are at risk of dying early as the overbearing heat threatens to shorten their life-span - that's unless you take extra precautions

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3 w. ago Gardeners issued urgent ladybird warning for June as insect loves particular flower

June marks the peak flowering season for roses. Whether they’re climbing up walls and trellises or flourishing in borders and pots, roses are the essence of an English country garden and remain a firm favourite among gardeners.

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3 w. ago Gardeners warned about 'toxic' pest that's 'active' in June and can cause breathing problems

UK gardeners have been warned to keep an eye out for a pest that becomes active in June and can cause serious damage to gardens over the summer months.

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3 w. ago Gardeners advised to get rid of misleading weed in June which looks like pretty flower

Gardening experts have issued a warning this month regarding weeds you can expect to see in June, including one which creates attractive flowers.

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3 w. ago Foreign Office warning as Egypt issues strict new 'June 16' rule

There is a new travel warning to anyone planning on visiting Egypt, with the update stating that people must have one thing arranged or be turned away.

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3 w. ago Gardeners warned about chopping down trees or neighbours could 'call police'

While many homeowners know they can legally cut or prune a tree that is overhanging their garden, they may not be aware of a law which states they must offer the tree cuttings back

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3 w. ago June warning that gardeners who cut hedges could 'face jail time and unlimited fine'

If gardeners are cutting hedges and a bird's nest is damaged or destroyed - intentionally or otherwise - then they're breaking the law and could face a fine or jail time

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3 w. ago Prince William warns oceans are ‘diminishing before our eyes’ in Monaco speech

Prince William, speaking at Monaco's Blue Economy and Finance Forum on Sunday (8 June), has warned world leaders about the oceans' "alarming state."

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3 w. ago Met Office warns thunderstorms could hit UK this week as June heatwave forecast

Monday will see a wall or rain hit the UK but things are about to change once again

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4 w. ago Will Scotland see thunderstorms as Met Office issues warning for parts of UK

A yellow thunderstorm warning has been issued for today, June 7- but will Scotland see the coming cloudburst?

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