14 h. ago Gardening expert warns 'don't get too comfortable' in August amid pest threat

While August is traditionally a time to kick back and relax in the sunshine, a garden expert has warned that Brits need to remain vigilant when it comes to one problem pest

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50 h. ago Scottish pupil named a Time magazine girl of the year for solar

Rebecca Young, 13, named one of 10 girls of the year for her invention intended to help rough sleepers in winterA Scottish schoolgirl has been named a “girl of the year” by Time magazine after she invented a solar-powered thermal blanket to help rough sleepers keep warm.Rebecca Young, 13, came up with her design after seeing homeless people struggling in subzero temperatures on the streets of her home city, Glasgow, in winter. She said her message to young people was: “If you see a problem you think you can fix, you can do something about it.” Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Gatwick passengers warned of severe August delays amid baggage screener strike

Walkouts later this month expected to disrupt travel for thousands of passengers.

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4 d. ago Disruption warning as Gatwick baggage screeners announce August strikes

The walkout will take place throughout the month, including during the bank holiday

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4 d. ago Best meteor shower of 2025 to light up skies in the northern hemisphere

The annual Perseids meteor shower will reach its peak on Tuesday night

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5 d. ago 'I visited some naked Europeans to find out why they're so much happier than us'

Finnish with a flourish - enjoy sauna heat, ice and the northern lights in Oulu, says Jane Haynes, who decided to find out why the Finns are so famously happy

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7 d. ago Where Northern Lights could dazzle in UK tonight as Met Office forecasts 'enhanced auroral activity'

Lucky sky watchers could see the Northern Lights, the Sturgeon Moon and a dazzling meteor shower tonight

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8 d. ago Northern Lights could be seen above England tonight as Met Office forecasts 'visible activity'

Aurora borealis could dazzle UK skies tonight after weeks of reduced activity

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8 d. ago Northern Lights warning for August 8 and 9 2025 as solar flare hits

Exact best time to see the lights as Met Office raises hopes the aurora borealis could return tonight

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8 d. ago Northern Lights to be visible across parts of the UK this weekend

Northern Lights to be visible across parts of the UK this weekend  East London Advertiser

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8 d. ago Everyone with a Gmail or Yahoo account must follow 5 new rules this month

A new warning has been issued in August with scam emails expected to boom during the summer months.

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9 d. ago DVLA warning for all UK drivers who are planning a trip during August

The DVLA has issued a warning to all UK drivers who are planning a summer trip during August, as they could be caught out in a new country and forced to make alternative plans

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1 week ago DVLA critical warning to everyone planning a driving holiday in August

The DVLA has issued a reminder about International Driving Permits

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1 week ago Record installations of solar panels, batteries and heat pumps so far in 2025

An accreditation body has reported increases in installations of small scale renewables in the first half of this year compared to 2024.

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1 week ago Brits who do one thing to their gardens in August could be sent to prison

Gardeners across the UK have been warned to 'be mindful' as they tackle their hedges this August, as they could face a hefty fine or even a prison sentence for trimming the wrong bush

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1 week ago Gardeners warned over 'essential' job for August to get garden looking good

If you're growing these popular plants in your garden this month then don't forget one important gardening task that will help your outdoor area look as good as possible

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1 week ago Nationwide rule change warning for thousands of customers during August

Nationwide has issued a warning to customers over the changes to terms and conditions for the Reward Saver account - with a message set to appear in the coming weeks

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1 week ago Urgent DVLA warning to every motorist driving on holiday during August

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has reminded motorists that they might need a specific document while travelling abroad in a car this summer

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1 week ago Jet2 and Ryanair issue stark warning to passengers due to fly this week

The Met Office has issued two weather warnings for Monday, August 4, as the UK is battered by Storm Floris, with Jet2 and Ryanair issuing warnings for passengers due to fly today

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3 w. ago Solar eclipse 2025: Experts confirm whether or not a spectacle will take place in August

Skywatchers have been sharing claims on social media that a solar eclipse will take place on August 2, 2025, after a total eclipse was visible in the UK earlier this month but experts have now weighed in

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