12 h. ago Scotland heatwave: Demand for maximum workplace temperature as accidents warning issued

Scotland is bracing for a heatwave - but what are the rules if you are working?

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14 h. ago Principality Stadium issues major update to Stereophonics fans ahead of huge shows

The Principality Stadium is giving out an urgent warning to Stereophonics fans

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15 h. ago Pet owners given heatwave warning after dog rescued from hot car

RSPCA warns car interiors can reach upwards of 47C during hot weather

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16 h. ago Six tips for staying safe in the heatwave if you've got high blood pressure

Scotland will bask in the sun this weekend, but temperature surges can trigger blood pressure changes.

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16 h. ago Oasis send heatwave warning to fans as 32C amber alert issued over 'potential deaths'

UK Heatwave sees Yellow alerts issued across England until Monday before they were upgraded to amber on Friday for the East and West Midlands, London, the East of England, and the South East and South West

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16 h. ago 'Killer' heatwave warning for London as a million homes in South East face hosepipe ban

South East Water announces domestic hosepipe ban from July 18 as temperatures set to reach 32C in London

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17 h. ago ‘Extreme’ wildfire warning in place for much of Scotland as heatwave hits

Health authorities and emergency services have urged Scots to stay safe in the sun.

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17 h. ago Exactly how often you should wash bedsheets during a heatwave to avoid grim problem

With all the extra sweating we're doing, especially in bed, should we be washing our bedsheets more often during the sweltering UK heatwave, an expert warns

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17 h. ago The terrorists threatening to grind international shipping to a halt: Houthi sinking of second ship stokes fears that Suez Canal could become off limits

The Houthis have launched another violent campaign of attacks targeting cargo ships in the Red Sea, sinking two vessels, killing some of their crew and allegedly taking others hostage

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17 h. ago 'Killer' heatwave warning for London as capital to bake in 32C amid first UK hosepipe ban of year

Temperatures could reach 32C in London on Friday as a hosepipe ban comes into force in Yorkshire

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18 h. ago Here comes the heat! Amber alert warning in the south of England as 'killer' heatwave peaks at 32C and second hosepipe ban to hit one million Brits

Temperatures are set to rocket to 32C in parts of central and southern England on Friday with the East and West Midlands, East of England, London, South East and South West under amber alert.

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18 h. ago Major warning issued as tourist destination closes down early due to heatwave

A major tourist hotspot has been hit with a severe heatwave which has led to one of its biggest tourist attractions closing for the afternoon.

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18 h. ago Amber health alerts issued for UK as 34C heatwave sparks 'danger to life' warning

Weather warnings have been upgraded to amber for a huge part of the UK this morning, with the warning set to last throughout the weekend

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18 h. ago 'Killer' heatwave warning for London as first UK hosepipe ban of year comes into force

Temperatures could reach 32C in London on Friday as a hosepipe ban comes into force in Yorkshire

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24 h. ago Brits issued UK heatwave warning as red heat maps show 32C scorcher to melt entire country

The Met Office has issued a "moderate" wildfire risk warning and an "extreme" wildfire alert for parts of Scotland, and fire chiefs have issued a stark heatwave warning

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29 h. ago Huge surge in demand for water expected in Wales due to scorching temperatures

Welsh Water has urged people to avoid wasting water during the heatwave

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29 h. ago Welsh Water issues major weekend water 'surge' warning as heatwave fears grow

Welsh Water has urged people to avoid wasting water during the heatwave

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31 h. ago World War 3 fears grow as world leaders demand more cash to stop Putin

European leaders urged private business and equity on Thursday to invest in rebuilding Ukraine now, even as Russia accelerates its war, as they opened an annual recovery conference with announcements of a new equity fund

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37 h. ago UK Government offers 'emergency document' to Brits trapped in holiday nightmares

Losing a UK passport can be a major issue. But the UK Government has advice for Brits about what you can do next

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40 h. ago Fire chiefs issue 'do not' warning as UK heatwave fuels wildfire risk

Brits have been told to "act sensibly" during the upcoming heatwave as temperatures are set to soar to 32C

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