Cities in Great Britain most vulnerable to extreme heat revealed OS index examines which ‘urban heat islands’ suffer the most – and which cope the best with rising temperatures The Guardian - UK · Sep 7
Forget Souvenir Shops: Travellers Are Flocking to Foreign Supermarkets, Here's What to Buy in Every Country Explore the rise of supermarket tourism among British travellers. Discover must-buy local delicacies in Paris, Rome, Athens, and London, and learn which foods are restricted at UK borders. International Business Times UK · Sep 3
UCI Road World Championships past winners Elite champions throughout history in elite men's and women's races Cycling News · Sep 1
Almost half of terrorism arrests in Great Britain since 9/11 have been in past year Increase coincides with proscription of Palestine Action last year which has led to thousands of arrests for allegedly supporting the protest group The Guardian - UK · Sep 1
Solar cuts ‘at least £400 from bills in even the cloudiest British areas’ Savings grow as energy prices in Great Britain rise and cost of panel installation falls, analysis finds The Guardian - UK · Sep 1
'Happy to have shown that I am stronger than Mathieu van der Poel on a mountain bike' – Tom Pidcock celebrates off-road world title but concedes multi-discipline rival's supremacy on it Now a double world and Olympic champion on the mountain bike, the rider from Great Britain turns thoughts to road world title Cycling News · Aug 31
UCI Mountain Bike World Championships: Laura Stigger, Adrien Boichis claim narrow victories in elite short track Sister and brother Monique and Nicolas Halter take double gold in the U23 short track Cycling News · Aug 27
From today, households across Great Britain can plug solar panels into a standard socket; 800W kits could supply up to 20% of home electricity use and save £110 a year New regulations have been established, permitting plug-in solar kits of up to 800 watts in residential settings. These systems promise substantial annual savings on electricity expenses, making renewable energy more attainable for renters and flat owners alike. Rigorous safety standards are in place to ensure secure connections, mitigating any electrical… The Times of India · Aug 27
Britons face highest price cap in three years as energy bills rise 4% from October A typical household in Great Britain will pay £1,723 a year, prompting calls for more support The Guardian - UK · Aug 26
Remembering Billy Boston: First Ever Rugby League Knight, Non-White UK Player on Lions Tour Passes at 92 Sir Billy Boston, a pioneering rugby league player and the sport's first knight, has died at 92. Known for breaking racial barriers, he leaves a lasting legacy in British sports history. International Business Times UK · Aug 25
Sir Billy Boston obituary First rugby league player to be knighted who was an explosive winger for Wigan and Great Britain The Guardian - UK · Aug 25
Households in Great Britain ‘could owe energy suppliers £7bn by end of year’ After higher prices for winter kick in, energy debt unpaid for more than 30 days likely to rise, says Energy UK The Guardian - UK · Aug 24
Tour of Britain Women: Kim Le Court-Pienaar claims overall title as unstoppable Lorena Wiebes takes fourth victory in stage 5 finale Lara Gillespie second, Chiara Consonni third in Royal Leamington Spa Cycling News · Aug 23
Tour of Britain Women: Lorena Wiebes claims hard-fought hat trick of victories on stage 4 Kim Le Court-Pienaar maintains overall race lead into finale on Sunday Cycling News · Aug 22
The Guardian - UK · Aug 21 Retail sales in Great Britain fall despite heatwave increasing food and drink demand Volume of goods sold in stores and online dropped 0.5% in July, ONS says
The Conversation · Aug 18 Italy’s sporting fortunes transformed by immigration, sparking wider debate about identity For the second time in a row, Italy has topped the medal table at the European Athletics Championships. With a total of 22 medals (ten of them gold) Italy pipped host nation Great Britain and Northern Ireland to the top spot. Once a nation of footballers – having won the…
International Business Times UK · Aug 18 UK Bans Chemical Used in Gel Nails Over Fertility and Reproductive Concerns as Salons Face New Rules The UK has banned TPO in new gel nail products over reproductive concerns, but salons may still use existing stock. Here's what the rules mean for your next manicure.
The Times of India · Aug 18 Women were excluded from Liechtenstein’s throne for more than 400 years; a new royal rule now gives the firstborn child, regardless of gender, the right to inherit, and know who'll now own the throne Liechtenstein has made a progressive move by updating its royal succession laws to favor gender equality. Now, the first-born child will inherit the throne, breaking traditional norms. This decision aligns with several European countries where female heirs are already established, like Great Britain, which pioneered similar reforms in 2011. Meanwhile,…
The Guardian - UK · Aug 18 Half of homes in Great Britain taking longer to sell than last year amid mortgage volatility Many buyers wait in hope of better deal, although there are hotspots in Scotland and northern England
International Business Times UK · Aug 17 Is Gel Nail Polish Banned in the UK? The Truth About the New TPO Rules Manufacturers and importers can no longer place new TPO-containing cosmetics on the Great Britain market from 15 August 2026.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 16 Birmingham 2026: Hunt seals fourth gold medal at European championships – as it happened There were gold medals for Amy Hunt, GB’s 4x100m mixed relay team, Georgia Hunter Bell and Mondo Duplantis on final night of action
Autosport · Aug 14 FIA completes Rally Scotland inspection ahead of 2027 WRC inclusion The World Rally Championship is set to return to Great Britain next year for the first time since 2019
The Economic Times · Aug 14 Since 2025, University of Manchester researchers modelled 2,300 urban canal sections across Great Britain and Ireland. Now, the study shows canals can lower nearby temperatures by as much as 2.3°C during heatwaves Urban canals cooling: Urban canals provide a notable cooling effect on surrounding areas, particularly during heatwaves. This natural cooling can reduce daytime temperatures by up to 2.3 degrees Celsius. Millions of people living near these waterways could benefit from this effect. The research suggests canals play a role in urban…
The Times of India · Aug 14 UK govt temporarily bans sale of disposable barbecues amid rising wildfire risk The sale of disposable barbecues has been temporarily banned across Great Britain as hot, dry conditions fuel wildfires and authorities warn they pose a significant risk to the public.
The Economic Times · Aug 13 From 2011 cricket triumph to hockey World Cup: Paddy Upton wants India to 'arrive as champions' Mental conditioning coach Paddy Upton stresses the need for a champion mindset before the World Cup. He highlights team dynamics and preparation for all potential obstacles. Upton drew lessons from the Paris Olympics quarterfinal against Great Britain. He also discussed the use of technology for player support and guidance. The…