6 h. ago People urged to put bowl of water on windowsill as heatwave hits Wales

The Met Office has said the UK is set to be hit by a heatwave this week - but there is a cheap and easy way to keep your home cool as temperatures soar

Events

7 h. ago Ryanair baggage rule change could see passengers hit with extra £70 charge

Ryanair has updated its cabin baggage rules for summer 2025 and there's one rule that could catch you out if you're unprepared

Economics

12 h. ago Sadiq Khan could give Londoners flexible working hours during heatwaves as southern England set to sizzle with highs of 34C

Sir Sadiq Khan is looking at whether to provide Londoners with flexible working hours during heatwaves as parts of Britain are set to swelter with temperatures forecast to hit 34C.

Politics

15 h. ago Inheritance tax and the rise of ‘giving while living’: Smart ways to pass on wealth tax

With rule changes and frozen thresholds, more people are exploring financial gifting in their lifetime

Economics

18 h. ago 'Politics of envy': Fury as Labour opens the door to an inheritance tax raid on Middle England as ministers fail to deny push to end tax

Dame Diana Johnson, the policing minister, failed to rule out changes to the so-called 'death tax' this autumn amid growing concerns about the state of the public finances.

Politics

20 h. ago Amber warning in place as London basks in third day of heatwave with temperatures set to hit 30C

The capital sizzles in another day of sunshine on Wednesday as the fourth heatwave of the summer continues

Events

37 h. ago Careers event set up for workers hit by Andrew Wright Windows collapse

Advice will be offered to workers caught up in the shock closure.

Events

39 h. ago Drivers warned to remove four items from cars as UK heatwave hits 33C

The UK is set to be hit by a heatwave this week, with temperatures expected to reach as high as 33C in parts of the country - and drivers are being warned to take action

Events

39 h. ago Amazon's 37% price drop on 'super duper' fan which is 'lifesaver' in heatwaves

The Cozome handheld fan has been slashed by 37% on Amazon, down to £14.42, just in time for another UK heatwave with temperatures set to hit 34C

Politics

42 h. ago Amber health warnings in place as heatwave temperatures set to hit 34C

The UK Health Security Agency has amber warnings in place for the East Midlands, West Midlands, east of England, London and the South East.

Events

42 h. ago Minister admits government hasn’t tackled small boats crisis as crossings set to hit 50,000

Baroness Jacqui Smith insisted the number of people crossing the Channel was not the current government’s fault

Politics

62 h. ago Big Brother's only surviving couple who have been married for 16 years and have 4 kids

As the new series of Big Brother is set to hit our screens, we take a look at one couple from the show who are still married to this day – Mikey Dalton and Grace Adams-Short

Events

62 h. ago 'Best' way to sleep during heatwave and it won't cost a penny

Temperatures are set to hit the mid-30s this week, but this solution could help you avoid balmy nights and get some better sleep – so here's everything you need to know

Politics

63 h. ago How to see 'dramatic' Perseid meteor shower as stunning display set to hit peak

The annual shower is active for over a month this year - but it reaches its maximum this week.

Events

64 h. ago UK weather: Amber health alerts as heatwave temperatures set to hit 34C

UK weather: Amber health alerts as heatwave temperatures set to hit 34C  BBC

Society

66 h. ago UK holidaymakers to 29 European countries face major rule change in weeks

The changes will be implemented from October 12 and tourists are being urged to be aware

Politics

3 d. ago Drivers warned over Blue Badge rule change this week that could cost them £3,750

Disabled drivers may be unable to take advantage of major electric car discounts due to affordability criteria, according to experts.

Events

3 d. ago Full list of 51 high street stores set to close in the UK – see if any near you

The British high street has been hit by another blow, as 37 Poundland stores are set to close this month - with many shutting their doors for the final time on August 17

Politics

3 d. ago UK set to bake in sunshine as mega 33C heatwave will hit Britain in hours

Temperatures across the UK are set to soar over the coming days as the country is about to be hit by its fourth heatwave of the summer - with some parts being hotter than Ibiza

Events

3 d. ago M4 disruption and road closures set to hit drivers in Wales this week

It will affect areas of the motorway and other roads across Wales

Events