Politics
Lightning, rain and extreme heat disrupt Trump's July 4 speech for America's 250th
Lightning, rain and extreme heat forced a two-hour evacuation before Trump's July 4 speech, which he compared to D-Day. The event featured 850,000 fireworks, potentially record-breaking.
Culture
Top 10 Mexican restaurants in London ahead of England vs Mexico World Cup match
As England faces Mexico in the World Cup round of 16, discover London's best Mexican restaurants, from Michelin-starred KOL to hidden gem Sonora Taquería.
Sports
Cool off with a kayak trip along London's wildlife-rich canal
Rent a kayak for £30 from Moo Canoes or take a boat tour on East London's waterways to escape the summer heat, exploring wildlife and historic sites.
Business
Travel Expert: 3 Destinations to Avoid Extreme Heat This Summer
Travel expert Simon Calder recommends Scottish islands, Tarifa in southern Spain, and the Pyrenees as perfect 'coolcation' destinations to escape Europe's heatwaves.
Environment
Transport
Free Santander Cycles every Sunday in July 2026
TfL offers free Santander Cycles Day Passes every Sunday in July 2026 using promo codes for unlimited 60-minute rides. E-bikes also accessible.
Cheapest padel in London: Map shows prices from £20
An interactive map reveals the cheapest places to play padel in London, with prices starting at £20 per hour at Playtime Padel Clubs in Kingston.
Eel Pie Island opens to public for first time
Eel Pie Island, a private island in the River Thames, opens to the public on July 4-5 and 11-12, 2026, with free tickets for two-hour visits to explore its art scene.
Tube maximum journey time rule could double your Oyster fare
Exceeding Oyster card maximum travel times on the London Underground could result in a penalty charge of double the maximum fare, with times varying by zone and time of day.
Casualty off July 4, returns July 11 with Lethal Legacy ep 10
Casualty is not airing on Saturday July 4 due to Wimbledon and FIFA World Cup coverage. The next episode of Lethal Legacy will air on BBC One on July 11 at 8:50pm.
TV & Film Quiz: The Best of British Screen
From Doctor Who and James Bond to Only Fools and Horses and Fawlty Towers, our TV and film quiz celebrates classic British screen favourites. Fourteen questions of mixed difficulty for every armchair fan. Lights, camera, action!
