40 m. ago New Covid 'Stratus' variant alert issued over 'unpleasant bug' that is 'highly transmissible'

The new Covid variant is rapidly becoming the dominant strain in multiple regions across the world

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2 h. ago Covid 'Stratus' variant warning over 'unpleasant bug' as doctor issues alert

A new Covid variant, Stratus (XFG), is rapidly spreading worldwide. It's highly contagious, and can result in a nasty bug, but vaccines remain effective, experts say

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3 h. ago UK tourists in Canary Islands told ‘close windows’ as alert issued

The Cananry Islands government has declared a state of pre-alert as dust clouds are forecast

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26 h. ago Storm Amy hits with 80mph winds as 'flying objects' warning and yellow alert issued for UK

The Met Office has not named the storm, but it is expected to bring near-80mph winds to some parts of the UK. A weather expert has warned of "flying objects" and trees falling over

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46 h. ago M60 traffic LIVE as BOTH directions shut over 'police incident' in Manchester derby alert

The M60 was shut in both directions following a "police incident" with officers issuing a major Manchester derby alert - officials are telling drivers to allow extra time

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3 d. ago Sainsbury's 'do not eat' alert issued over fears two popular products contain deadly bacteria

The supermarket has recalled the items.

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4 d. ago Everyone due to have council bins collected this week issued alert over fine

You may end up getting a fixed penalty notice if you make any of these errors

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4 d. ago British tourists issued major health alert to avoid 'ruining holidays'

British holidaymakers have been urged to do one thing before jetting off abroad this autumn or risk their trip being 'ruined' - as The UK Health Security Agency issues warning amid a potential rise in cases.

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5 d. ago UK gardeners warned to 'check sheds' as alert issued over slug pellets

It's even illegal to store the banned slug pellets, as well as to supply them or sell them, gardeners are warned to check if their pellets contain this banned chemical

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6 d. ago Brits issued important UK health alert to avoid 'ruining holiday'

One common condition may not always be severe, but it can cause many serious complications

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6 d. ago DVLA alert as drivers could be fined for not reporting health issues

Certain drivers are required by law to report 'notifiable medical conditions' to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA)

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7 d. ago Potentially fatal virus alert issued in 41 towns across Spain

West Nile virus can cause serious brain and spinal cord inflammation - encephalitis and meningitis which can be fatal

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7 d. ago UK health experts issue alert over two common illnesses ‘antibiotics won’t help’

The government is urging people to be mindful over use of antibiotics

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8 d. ago Tube strike chaos as RMT members walk out as travel alert issued for weeklong disruption

The first day of this week's strikes by members of the Rail, Maritime and Transport union (RMT) has begun, resulting in a limited Tube service today

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9 d. ago Google issues major Gmail alert for millions of users after red flag warning

Google has issued an important Gmail update after millions of users were placed on red alert following a major hacking breach

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9 d. ago Gmail account holders issued rare alert after 'broad warning' issued to all users

Google has issued a rare update to Gmail users in a bid to reassure millions of users about the security of the email platform following the recent reports of a mass data leak

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9 d. ago Samsung issues 'alert' to all UK Galaxy owners and it will affect your phone today

Samsung Galaxy devices will belt out an alarm at 3pm today - here's why.

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1 week ago Urgent 'health risk' alert issued to anyone who's bought Dubai treat

The item can be returned

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1 week ago UK tourists visiting Canary Islands warned of 'intense storms' in days

Spain's weather agency AEMET has issued warnings over the weekend

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1 week ago Urgent 'protect your child' NHS alert issued over unpleasant virus

People have been warned the virus 'can make some people seriously ill'

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