Heat health alerts cover England as 35C peak hits
Nearly all of England is under heat health alerts, with amber warnings in London and the South East until Wednesday as temperatures hit 35C before rain arrives.
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Chesham and Amersham named UK's best retirement spot
A study by Legal & General has crowned Chesham and Amersham in Buckinghamshire the UK's best retirement destination, with a score of 74 out of 100.
Health Alerts: England Hotter Than Greek Islands
Amber heat-health alerts are in place from Monday to Wednesday, with the South East forecast to hit 35C—hotter than Mykonos, Rhodes and Santorini.
Sister's Plea for Missing Suzanne Lawrence Nearly 50 Years
Nearly 50 years after Suzanne Lawrence vanished at 14, her sister Michelle pleads for answers as Met Police release new age-progression e-fits.
Metro readers urged to help find girl missing since 1979
Police fear Suzanne Lawrence, 14, missing since 1979, was murdered. They urge Metro readers to help find answers. Her sister Michelle was the last to see her.
Horoscope Aug 3 2026: Chiron retrograde sparks reflection
Monday August 3 2026 horoscope: Chiron turns retrograde, prompting reflection on past ties. Patrick Arundell reveals what it means for your star sign today.
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SmilePro Teeth Whitening Kit Sale for Coffee & Tea Stains
SmilePro's teeth whitening kit, specially formulated to tackle stubborn coffee and tea stains, is currently on sale, providing an affordable whitening option.
Ariana Grande to Step Back from Public Life After Tour
Ariana Grande will take a step back from visibility after her Eternal Sunshine tour, pulling out of West End's Sunday in the Park with George.
Leaving Our Books Behind: A Nursing Home Farewell
Andrew McKean reflects on giving up his lifetime book collection when moving to aged care, losing the marginal notes that proved a life lived, yet finding solace in shared shelves.
Australia's telehealth VAD ban: why and could it change?
Australia is the only country banning telehealth for voluntary assisted dying consults. Labor voted to repeal, but PM Albanese fears undermining safeguards. The debate continues.
Zyzz's Death Cause Revealed in New Documentary
New Stan documentary 'Poster Boy: Becoming Zyzz' reveals Aziz 'Zyzz' Shavershian died of acute respiratory failure from a drug interaction, not a heart attack in a sauna.
UKGI data breach exposes officials' details for 40 hours
UK Government Investments (UKGI) suffered a data breach exposing high-level management info and contact details of 51 officials for nearly 40 hours, prompting security improvements.
Water Shortages Put England's Housing Plans at Risk
Half of England is in drought, and water scarcity is jeopardizing the government's 1.5 million homes target. Councils warn infrastructure can't support growth.
Rediscovering Desire: Sex After 60
After unfulfilling marriages, Vivian and Thomas found each other and a renewed sex life. They share how menopause, honesty, and non-sexual intimacy reshaped their relationship.
Measles outbreaks strain US health departments as cases hit 30-year high
US measles cases surpass 2,371 in 2025, highest in 30 years, with outbreaks in Arizona, South Carolina, Utah, and Delaware, straining health departments.
Coastal Youth Project Sparks Policy Change and Personal Growth
A year-long Guardian series on coastal youth led to parliamentary evidence, council actions, and transformative impacts, challenging stereotypes and amplifying voices.
Surviving 2026's Summer Heat: Seven Unconventional Tips
As wildfires and drought grip Europe, a columnist shares seven quirky survival tactics for August, from treating yourself like a dog to deleting your weather app.
Hendra virus: The 1990s outbreak that foreshadowed COVID era
In 1994, a new virus emerged in Brisbane, jumping from bats to horses to humans. Scientists now see it as a warning of our coronavirus era.
Perimenopause and Alcohol: A Dangerous Combo
Alcohol can worsen perimenopause symptoms like sleep disruption and anxiety. One woman's story reveals how wine became a coping mechanism that backfired, leading to a cycle of poor sleep and heightened anxiety.
National Gallery Guards Face 'Second-Class' Treatment
A senior curator claims National Gallery outsourced security guards, mostly from minority backgrounds, are barred from the staff hub and relegated to a stifling basement with no facilities.
Period Poop: Why Your Gut Acts Up During Menstruation
73% of women report GI symptoms during periods. Prostaglandins trigger gut contractions, causing cramps and diarrhea. Probiotics help indigestion but not diarrhea. Diet and hydration are key.
UK food shortages risk as drought continues
The NFU warns Britain could face food shortages as drought and heatwaves persist, with England experiencing its earliest harvest on record and wheat crops at half their normal height.
RFK Jr urges measles vaccination amid US outbreak
US health secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr tells parents to vaccinate children against measles as cases hit 2,371, surpassing last year's record, with outbreaks threatening elimination status.
Emmerdale: Gabby's orthorexia worsens after Billy kiss discovery
Gabby Thomas's eating disorder spirals in Emmerdale as she uncovers Billy's secret kiss with Dawn, triggering a dangerous escalation in her orthorexia battle.
Doc Martin star Natalia Dontcheva dies at 56
Natalia Dontcheva, known for Doc Martin, has died at 56 after a decade-long illness. Her stepson Hugo Selignac paid tribute, and her agent confirmed the news.
Council Defends £11m Chingford Crematorium Amid Criticism
Waltham Forest Council defends its new £11m Chingford crematorium, citing burial space shortage by 2033, despite expert criticism over cost and location.
London doctor's £100k IVF journey ends in two daughters
A London doctor spent £100k on six IVF rounds, ending in £20k debt, but now has two daughters. She credits supplements and a US clinic.
Richmond installs speaker at Teddington Lock to prevent drownings
Richmond Council has installed a high-tech speaker at Teddington Lock that activates via CCTV to broadcast water safety warnings, aiming to prevent drownings during heatwaves.
Clarkson: Benefits claimants should thank taxpayers
Jeremy Clarkson proposes that PIP and other benefits claimants write weekly thank-you emails to taxpayers, comparing them to his dogs and sparking backlash.
Sydenham Fire: 70 Firefighters Tackle Blaze
Ten fire engines and 70 firefighters are battling a blaze at a shop with flats above in Sydenham, with half of the first floor alight.
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