A rare Saharan dust phenomenon will sweep across Britain this weekend, posing serious health risks to those with asthma and lung conditions. Experts urge keeping windows closed and limiting outdoor activities.
Advanced weather models predict eight consecutive days of snowfall across the UK, including Birmingham, starting March 13, with temperatures potentially dropping to -2°C.
Nature enthusiasts can look forward to the return of Osprey Watch at Kielder Water & Forest Park in 2026, with sessions running from April to August. Breeding ospreys have nested there since 2009, and the event, supported by the People's Postcode Lottery,
The Met Office has declared March 5 as the hottest day of 2026 so far, with temperatures reaching 19.2°C in London. The weather authority also warns of potential 'blood rain' from Saharan dust affecting southern UK this weekend.
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Dunelm's new Geneva rechargeable table lamp, part of the FlexiCell range, offers cordless convenience with a 10-hour battery life, starting at £30. Shoppers praise its design and practicality for dark corners.
A couple traveled from Wigan to London to compare regional pies, declaring the northern meat and potato pie in a barm cake superior to London's pie and mash with liquor.
EDF introduces a two-year fixed energy tariff priced at £1,772, dropping to £1,641 from April 1 to match Ofgem's new price cap, offering stability amid volatile wholesale costs.
The Ongar Academy in Essex has received a £5,000 donation from Persimmon Homes to enhance outdoor learning and play areas, including replanting, pond revamping, and creating welcoming spaces for students.
A coalition of 150 animal welfare organisations is calling on the UK Government to implement the 2023 Animals Act, which would prohibit travel companies from advertising abusive animal experiences abroad like elephant riding and dolphin shows.
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The Welsh Mountain Zoo, a popular destination for Birmingham families, has posted signs warning visitors after a chimpanzee experienced a stillbirth. The mother is displaying natural grieving behavior.
Greggs has discontinued its popular Vegan Breakfast Roll, calling it a 'well-deserved rest,' leaving vegan customers furious and threatening boycotts.
Gardening expert Alan Titchmarsh shares his selection of seven resilient plants that thrive in dry, sunny conditions, requiring minimal watering once established. Perfect for creating vibrant, low-maintenance garden borders.
More than 1.5 million off-grid UK households see heating oil prices nearly double overnight due to Middle East conflict, while energy price cap changes bring mixed relief.
The Wildlife Trust for Lancashire, Manchester and North Merseyside highlights the vital contributions of women in conservation work across diverse habitats in the North West.
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A new report reveals UK households could pay £70 more annually on energy bills by 2030 due to subsidies for wind farms, despite recent price cuts.
Rossendale Ramblers report two successful dry walks this week, with details on upcoming March routes including pub walks and countryside explorations in the Lancashire area.
The Labour government expands WaterSure, capping bills for low-income households with high water use due to medical needs or large families, benefiting 53,000 more homes.
A vibrant new food hall, Alfred Works, has launched in Digbeth, Birmingham, featuring 15 vendors with cuisines from Italian to Ethiopian, plus live entertainment like dragon dancing.
TV star Stacey Solomon praises the Shark VacMop 2-in-1 as her daily cleaning essential, now discounted on Amazon with mixed reviews on battery life and pads.
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Basingstoke faces an invasion of Asian hornets hitching rides on vehicles along the M3 motorway, with beekeepers warning of severe public health and biodiversity risks.
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust plans to install 877 solar panels at Walsall Manor Hospital at a cost of over £700,000, aiming to cut carbon emissions by nearly 77,000kg annually as part of its net-zero target.
Greggs has discontinued its popular Vegan Breakfast Roll, citing a 'well-deserved rest' for the menu item. Disappointed vegan customers say this removes a key reason to visit the bakery chain.
The Met Office has declared March 5, 2026, the warmest day of the year so far, with temperatures reaching 19.2°C in Northolt, London. This marks the first time such highs have been seen since early October, coinciding with warnings about Saharan dust affe
Action Skip Hire Limited has been ordered to pay £9,495.50 after failing to remove waste from a Digbeth site, following a previous £48,000 fine for operating without a permit.
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TV chef James Martin reveals his 'best ever' shepherd's pie recipe, swapping lamb mince for slow-cooked lamb shoulder for maximum flavour and tenderness.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces criticism from Liberal Democrats for not addressing energy bill concerns in his Iran speech, as analysts warn of potential £160 summer hikes despite April price cuts.
Octopus Energy announces its 'trailblazing' Plunge Pricing EV charging scheme is launching in France, offering drivers up to 50% savings at 7,000 Powerdot chargers.
Greg Jackson of Octopus Energy calls on Energy Secretary Ed Miliband to reopen North Sea drilling amid Middle East conflict fears, warning of potential £160 bill hikes despite recent price cap reductions.
The versatile George Foreman Indoor Outdoor Barbecue Electric Grill is now available for just £79.48 on Amazon, a 34% discount. Perfect for year-round grilling, it works both indoors and outdoors, cooking up to 15 servings with easy cleanup.
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Household energy bills are predicted to increase by 10% from July, driven by rising wholesale gas prices due to escalating Middle East tensions. Analysts warn the relief from April's price cap cut will be short-lived.
