Politics
Bexley Council refers fake 'keep daughters inside' letter to police
Bexley Council has confirmed a fake letter telling residents to 'keep daughters inside' is a hoax and has referred it to the Metropolitan Police.
Culture
Notting Hill Carnival 2026: 60th Anniversary Dates, Route and Travel
Notting Hill Carnival returns for its 60th year over the August bank holiday weekend, with the main parade on Monday, August 31. Here's the full schedule, route, and travel information.
Sports
Muchova and Mensik win $1m US Open mixed doubles title in thriller
Czech duo Karolina Muchova and Jakub Mensik defeated Belinda Bencic and Flavio Cobolli 6-3, 1-6, 10-6 to win the $1m US Open mixed doubles title in a late-night final at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Business
UK Landline Switch-Off: Final Date Announced for Digital Upgrade
BT has confirmed the final date for the UK landline switch-off, moving all customers to digital services by 2027, with vulnerable users protected.
Transport
Environment
Hornet mimic hoverfly: harmless fly's clever disguise
The hornet mimic hoverfly (Volucella zonaria), a 2cm harmless fly, uses Batesian mimicry to deter predators. It arrived in Britain in the 1940s, expanding its range due to hotter summers, and now coexists with three hornet species.
Nepal floods: 8 dead, 384 missing after glacier avalanche
At least eight people died and 384 tourists, including Britons, are missing after a glacier avalanche triggered flash floods in Nepal's Rasuwa district.
Hounslow schools save £100k a year after £10m green upgrade
Four Hounslow schools will cut energy bills by £100,000 annually after £10.5m upgrades, including solar panels and LED lighting, reducing carbon emissions by 84 tonnes yearly.
Best dog beds 2026: 7 pup-tested picks for every need
We tested 15 dog beds to find the best for every situation, from durable chew-proof options to budget-friendly and sustainable picks. The Orvis ComfortFill-Eco Wraparound Dog Bed is the overall winner.
London Bank Holiday Weather: Thunderstorms Could Hit Carnival Events
Thunderstorms are forecast for London on August 29-30, potentially impacting Notting Hill Carnival and All Points East. Temperatures will reach 22-23C.
UK Geography Quiz: Cities, Rivers and Mountains
How well do you know the British Isles? Our geography quiz covers capital cities, the longest rivers, highest peaks, islands and famous landmarks across all four nations. Fourteen mixed questions to test your map skills.
