83 m. ago Households urged to pour vodka down drains ahead of UK's 'mini heatwave'

Smells coming from your drains can worsen in the hot weather

Society

1 hour ago Britpop battle between Blur and Oasis revisited in ‘punchy’ new comedy

John Niven’s debut play explores rivalry between the two British bands who vied for the No 1 spot in the charts in 1995It was the great Britpop showdown in the summer of 1995, billed as a contest between cheeky chaps and lairy lads. Thirty years on, a new play is to revisit the fierce rivalry between Blur and Oasis when both British bands put out a new single in the same week and competed to grab the No 1 spot in the charts. Some purchased both releases, many couldn’t care less, but for a few days it was a decision that defined you: whether to spend £2.99 on Oasis’s Roll With It or Blur’s Country House?The Battle is the debut stage play of novelist and screenwriter John Niven who said of the era: “Music was so central to the culture that two pop groups could dominate the entire summer, the evening news and the front page of every newspaper in the country. We’re going to take you back there.” Continue reading...

Events

3 h. ago Neurologist reveals how heat affects the brain after NHS issues 'be safe' warning ahead of 29C temperatures

A neurologist has issued advice to Brits ahead of a "mini heatwave" this week to help protect brain health

Events

4 h. ago Debenhams slashes price on kids mini trampoline from £200 to £68 amid mini heatwave

The 4.5FT Kids Mini Trampoline from Debenhams is the perfect way to get little ones active and outside in the sunshine, and it's now on sale with almost £150 off

Economics

4 h. ago 'Fantastic' kids mini trampoline is reduced to £68 from £200 in time for the heatwave week

Keep your kids entertained during the heatwave with this 4.5 foot mini trampoline that fits two children and is now on sale with almost £150 off at Debenhams

Economics

6 h. ago Amazon desk fan dubbed 'lifesaver for warm days' now £20 ahead of mini heatwave

"It is surprisingly powerful for its size. It gives off a strong, steady breeze and really helps cool down the room quickly."

Economics

7 h. ago Sleep soundly in mini heatwave this week by putting one thing on your bed

Scotland is set to see temperatures in the mid-20s this week but many struggle to sleep when it's warm - here's how you can get some shut eye as the mercury rises

Politics

8 h. ago UK heatwave to grind to halt next week with '72 hours of snow' battering Britain

UK weather will see a 72-hour snow blitz batter the country after a mini-heatwave this week, with snow maps showing up to 2cm of the white stuff settling in parts of England and Scotland

Politics

8 h. ago When are the May bank holidays in Scotland as mini heatwave set to start?

We've broken down the upcoming May bank holidays by Scotland's council areas

Politics

13 h. ago UK weather maps turn red as Britain to be hotter than parts of Greece and Spain

The Met Office have revealed that the UK is set to see the mercury soar up to 29C (84.2F) as a mini-heatwave this week will see our hottest day for far this year

Politics

17 h. ago Sleep better during heatwave by putting one thing on your bed

With a mini heatwave on the way, here the Mirror looks at ways at how to get your maximum snooze time and stay cool too

Politics

22 h. ago Enjoy alfresco dining this mini heatwave with gorgeous rattan 6

As the mini heatwave arrives, we're all keen to get outside and start enjoying some alfresco dining in the sun - and this rattan table is the perfect place to sit for your next spring meal

Politics

25 h. ago 'Skin miracle' fake tan alternative is a quick fix for pasty legs and now has 40% off

Don't have the time or patience for traditional fake tan ahead of this week's mini heatwave? This five star-rated body serum gives an instant glow and currently has a huge saving

Politics

25 h. ago ‘Natural glow’ fake tan alternative has 40% off and arrives in time for mini heatwave

Not got time to wait for fake tan to develop ahead of this week's mini heatwave? This five star-rated body serum gives limbs an instant bronzed glow and is currently on sale

Politics

28 h. ago NHS 'be safe' warning ahead of 'mini heatwave' as temperatures set to hit 27C

Health bosses have urged people in the North West to "take precautions" to stay safe ahead of a spell of "very hot weather"

Events

33 h. ago The It summer sunglasses to wear for London's 'mini heatwave' (hint: they’re small, oval and acetate)

The fashion editor’s guide to the week’s best investment — plus all the news you need to know

Politics

34 h. ago Lidl to open 40 UK stores in £500 investment and Deliveroo takeover 'bid'

Watch the stories making today’s business headlines in under two minutes as Deliveroo targeted for takeover and Lidl plans £500m UK expansion. But despite the positive news, Business Editor Mark Morris fears an economic storm against the backdrop of this week’s mini-heatwave.

Economics

34 h. ago Lidl to open 40 UK stores in £500m investment and Deliveroo takeover 'bid'

Watch the stories making today’s business headlines in under two minutes as Deliveroo targeted for takeover and Lidl plans £500m UK expansion. But despite the positive news, Business Editor Mark Morris fears an economic storm against the backdrop of this week’s mini-heatwave.

Economics

60 h. ago UK weather today: Sunday scorcher forecast as Britain will be hotter than sunny Crete

New weather maps from Ventusky show huge swathes of the UK basking in temperatures reaching the high teens today ahead of a mini-heatwave next week, which could see the mercury hit 27C

Politics

3 d. ago BORIS JOHNSON: It's time for Donald Trump to take the boot off Ukraine's neck and put the squeeze on Putin

When Putin this week launched one of his most vicious attacks so far upon the innocent citizens of Kyiv , it was an act of supreme contempt.

Politics