Eight areas across England are now in prolonged dry weather – the stage before drought.
Month: July 2026
Whitehall officials offered move to No 10 North in Manchester
London-based civil servants willing to move north have been told they will be offered relocation packages, the BBC understands.
Thames Water announces hosepipe ban for 10.1 million
The water company said the three heatwaves contributed to the ban.
Trump slaps 50% tariffs on Canada and Carney vows to ‘intensify’ trade talks
The duties mark a major escalation in trade tensions between the North American neighbours.
Teenagers jailed for murdering 16-year-old in beach knife attack
Kayden Moy was fatally wounded during a confrontation on Irvine Beach in North Ayrshire in May 2025.
England seal series with record Lord’s ODI total
England hit the highest one-day international total at Lord’s to beat India by 27 runs and seal a thrilling 2-1 series victory.
Thames Water lenders preparing legal challenge in event of Burnham nationalisation
The BBC understands creditors would would pursue payment in full of the outstanding debts, in the multi-billions of pounds.
IShowSpeed kicks off World Cup closing ceremony in blaze of colour
Another star-studded performance at half-time will include Shakira, BTS, Madonna and Justin Bieber.
‘Can you believe it?’ – Best shots from final round of The Open
Enjoy the best shots from the final day of the 2026 Open Championship, featuring Tommy Fleetwood, Rory McIlroy and Ryan Fox.
Russia launches major ballistic missile attack on Ukrainian cities
Eight people die and dozens are injured as several cities are hit by missile and drone attacks, while Kyiv continues its own assault on Russian […]