Perseid meteor shower peaks tonight: how to watch in UK
The Perseid meteor shower peaks tonight, visible in the UK between midnight and 5am, despite the solar eclipse. Find dark skies, no telescope needed.
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Perseids Meteor Shower Peaks Over London Tonight
The Perseids meteor shower, the year's biggest and brightest, peaks tonight (August 12-13) over London. Up to 125 meteors per hour are visible between midnight and 5am, weather permitting.
Paris-Orly runway closure to disrupt 3,000 flights
Paris-Orly Airport closed Runway 4 on August 10 for upgrades, affecting 3,000 flights until December 17, with diversions to Charles de Gaulle.
Don't Watch Solar Eclipse Through Phone, Experts Warn
Experts warn against using phones to view the solar eclipse on August 12, 2026, citing eye and device damage risks. Safe alternatives include pinhole cameras and livestreams.
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Strictly 2026 full cast: Melanie Walters joins, complete list
Gavin and Stacey star Melanie Walters is the final celebrity confirmed for Strictly Come Dancing 2026, joining a 16-strong cast that includes YouTuber John Nellis, Olympic champion Tabby Stoecker, and former footballer Shaun Wright-Phillips, with the show
Armed Police Evacuate Central Line Train at Stratford
Armed police evacuated a Central line train at Stratford after a gun report; no firearm found, services resumed with delays.
Armed police evacuate Stratford Tube train over gun report
Armed police evacuated a Central line train at Stratford station after reports of a man with a firearm; no weapon was found, causing minor delays.
Overnight Motorway Closures in London, Kent Aug 12
National Highways warns of overnight M2, M20, M25 closures in London and Kent on Aug 12-13, with most reopening by 6am.
Boat 'overpacked' and smelled of gasoline before fatal explosion
A tour boat that exploded off the Dominican Republic, killing British teen Abbie Lainton, was 'overpacked' and smelled of gasoline, with passengers' concerns dismissed by crew.
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HMCTS bans Meta glasses in England and Wales courts, confiscating them on entry, amid privacy and recording concerns.
Wolverine PS5 console revealed but DualSense steals the show
Sony unveils limited-edition Marvel's Wolverine PS5 console covers and DualSense controllers, including an Adamantium variant, with pre-orders starting August 19.
How to view solar eclipse without special glasses: DIY guide
Learn how to safely view the August 12 partial solar eclipse with a DIY pinhole projector, as eclipse glasses sell out. Step-by-step instructions and safety tips.
Whitechapel: Overground Runs Below the Tube
At Whitechapel station, the Overground runs beneath the Underground, defying expectations. The Windrush line sits at level -4, below Tube services, while the Elizabeth line goes even deeper.
FCA Did Not Request T+1 Plans Despite Warning
The FCA did not formally request firms' T+1 transition plans despite warning of concerns, according to a letter seen by FN.
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GTA 6 Ultimate Edition outselling standard, says CEO
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick reveals GTA 6 pre-orders skew toward the £89.99 Ultimate Edition, ruling out Christmas discounts.
42 London bus routes hit by strikes over heatwave
42 London bus routes face disruption until Oct 20 as 1,500 Arriva drivers strike over unsafe heat conditions. First strike Aug 14.
SL4 bus ridership rises despite return of £1.75 fare
SL4 bus ridership increased to 211,786 in the first month after the free trial ended, despite the £1.75 fare returning, according to TfL data.
Heathrow, Gatwick trains face severe delays after incidents
Severe delays hit Heathrow and Gatwick trains: Elizabeth line tunnel closed due to water leak, Gatwick services disrupted by trackside fire. Passengers advised to use alternatives.
Chessington closed due to water outage
Chessington World of Adventures has been forced to close for the day due to a water outage caused by a burst main, with tickets automatically revalidated.
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Chessington closed after burst water main
Chessington World of Adventures shut on Aug 10 due to a burst water main, forcing ticket changes with no refunds during peak season.
Heathrow rail tunnel closed over safety fears causing travel chaos
A railway tunnel near Heathrow Airport closed for safety reasons due to a water leak, disrupting Elizabeth line and Heathrow Express services all day, with reduced trains and alternative travel options advised.
TfL earns £2.4m from Tube station rebrands
TfL has made £2.4m from renaming Tube stations since 2015, with Amazon's 'Webminster' earning £390k, but critics say it confuses passengers.
London's Youngest Tube Driver, 22, Shocks Passengers
Brook Randall, 23, became London's youngest Tube driver at 22, after starting as a bus operator at 18. He now drives Piccadilly line trains, inspiring young people to join the railway.
Politicians fight TfL bus cuts in Tube dead zone
TfL's plan to alter bus routes 67, 149, 254, and others in North London faces opposition from councillors, warning of overcrowding and cut-off communities.
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Robotaxis to hit London after Uber, Wayve get licences
Uber and Wayve have been granted minicab licences by TfL, paving the way for robotaxis to debut in London later this summer, with 100,000 people already on the interest list.
NYC Auctions Last MetroCard Machines for Omny Transition
MTA auctions final 60 MetroCard vending machines, weighing up to 1,050 lbs, as contactless Omny system replaces them. Bids open until Aug 19.
London Tube and Overground Closures This Weekend
Major weekend travel disruption hits northwest London: Bakerloo and Lioness lines closed Aug 8-9, with Overground alterations. Plan ahead.
Eurostar Arrival Times: How Early to Arrive
Eurostar recommends arriving 76 minutes before Standard and Plus trains from London, 45 minutes for Premier or Accessible, and 75-90 minutes from Paris. Gate closes 30 minutes prior.
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China has banned hidden retractable car door handles due to safety risks, effective Jan 2027. Experts urge Australia to adopt similar rules to prevent entrapment in crashes.
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