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Sleet forecast for London next week

BBC Weather predicts sleet showers for London on Thursday, 20th November, with temperatures dropping to 1°C. Get the full forecast and essential winter safety tips for drivers here.

Cold Weather Payments: Claim £25 This Winter

Discover everything you need to know about Cold Weather Payments - from eligibility criteria to claiming your £25 support during freezing temperatures across the UK.

London heatwave: 5 days of 28°C sunshine forecast

London braces for a spectacular heatwave as BBC Weather predicts nearly a week of glorious sunshine with temperatures soaring to 28°C - perfect timing for outdoor plans and summer activities.

GBBO Crowns New Champion in Nail-Biting Final

After weeks of culinary challenges and soggy bottoms, The Great British Bake Off has found its newest star baker in a dramatic final that left viewers on the edge of their seats.

Best Umbrellas 2025: UK Test Results

Discover which umbrellas survived the ultimate British weather challenge in our comprehensive 2025 review. Find your perfect rain protection today!

Bake Off Finalist Tom: The Quiet Baker's Rise

Meet Tom, the unassuming software developer turned baking sensation who's captured the nation's heart in this year's Bake Off final. Discover his journey from coding to crème pâtissière.

7 Nostalgic British Desserts from the 70s, 80s & 90s

Take a delicious trip down memory lane with these classic British puddings that defined childhood for generations. From Angel Delight to Arctic Roll, rediscover the sweet treats that made family dinners special.

Tutankhamun's Mask & Typhoon Aftermath Photos

From ancient Egyptian treasures unveiled at the British Museum to dramatic typhoon aftermath across Asia - today's most compelling visual stories captured by Guardian photographers worldwide.

Bake Off's Biggest Cake: Finalists Make History

The Great British Bake Off reaches new heights as finalists attempt the most ambitious challenge in the show's history - creating the largest cake ever seen in the tent. Discover the jaw-dropping results and who impressed the judges most.

Giant Hail Hospitalises Queensland's Flying Foxes

Hundreds of native flying foxes have been hospitalised in Queensland after a freak hailstorm pummelled the region with tennis ball-sized ice chunks, raising urgent questions about climate change impacts on wildlife.

Forget Hygge: Why Winter Walking Beats Warm Blankets

Move over JOMO and Gezellig - the latest wellbeing trend isn't about cosying up indoors, but venturing out into the crisp winter air. Discover why British winters offer the perfect antidote to modern life's pressures.

UK Set for Unseasonal Warm Spell This Week

Britain braces for an unexpected warm spell as temperatures are forecast to climb significantly above average this week, bringing spring-like conditions to much of the country.

UK Warm Spell: Temperatures to Rise Above Average

Britain is about to enjoy an unexpected taste of summer as meteorologists predict temperatures will climb significantly above average for early May, bringing sunshine and warmth across most regions.

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