Amber health warning extended as temperatures soar The hottest May temperature could be broken again on Tuesday with highs of 35C forecast, although thunderstorms could provide some relief. Evening Standard · May 26
Met Office issues yellow weather warning for ‘intense’ thunderstorms IN FULL The Independent UK · May 26
Morgan Gibbs-White shares verdict on England’s World Cup hopes after squad omission IN FULL The Independent UK · May 26
Thunderstorm warnings on what could be hottest May day on record On Monday, the UK recorded its provisional all-time hottest meteorological spring temperature when Kew Gardens in south-west London hit 34.8C. Evening Standard · May 26
Morgan Gibbs-White reacts to missing out on England’s World Cup squad Gibbs-White was overlooked by Thomas Tuchel despite a strong end to the season at Nottingham Forest The Independent UK · May 26
They ‘showed me a lot of love’: why young men seeking belonging join gangs The government has published plans for “once-in-a-generation” reform of youth justice in England and Wales. The reforms are billed as a blueprint for earlier intervention, more targeted support and addressing the root causes of youth crime. The Conversation · May 26
Pele, Maradona or Messi at No 1? The 50 greatest players in World Cup history WORLD CUP COUNTDOWN: With two weeks until the 23rd men’s Fifa World Cup in North America, The Independent sports team ranks the top-50 players in the tournament’s history – and now it’s time for the top-10 reveal. The Independent UK · May 26
London swelters through 'tropical night' – as more temperature records could be broken today The UK’s previous warmest May night was measured on Sunday when temperatures did not fall below 19.4C Evening Standard · May 26
‘Everyone hates us, don’t they?’: Mo Hunt on why England won’t tire of dominating women’s rugby Mo Hunt, the England scrum-half, had to watch the Six Nations from the sidelines after suffering a season-ending knee injury in the opening game The Guardian - UK · May 26
Amber health alert extended in parts of England as 35C predicted Heat warning now in place until 5pm on Thursday, with Tuesday temperatures on track to break May records The Guardian - UK · May 26
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'I struggled to get out of bed': Dean Henderson reveals 'depression' after Crystal Palace FA Cup win England goalkeeper suffered after Palace’s Wembley triumph - but it is a common occurrence Evening Standard · May 26
Yili Unveils Global Innovation Vanguard Initiative in Cambridge, UK CAMBRIDGE, England, May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, Yili Group hosted the launch of its Global Innovation Vanguard Initiative in Cambridge, UK. Under the theme "Gathering Global Wisdom, Pioneering a Healthier Future," the event marked the debut of a comprehensive, open-access R&D framework designed to elevate the dairy value chain.… AAP · May 26
Rise in workload for police watchdog fuelled by AI-assisted complaints Members of the public using AI to draft letters is adding to a rise in the number of requests for reviews of police complaints, and judicial reviews. Evening Standard · May 26
Evening Standard · May 25 More temperature records could tumble after scorching bank holiday The UK recorded its provisional all-time hottest meteorological spring temperature when Kew Gardens, south-west London, hit 34.8C.
The Independent UK · May 25 Parts of Britain to sizzle in 36C heat on Tuesday after hottest May day on record Tuesday could be even hotter for many, Met Office warns
Evening Standard · May 25 'Manager wasn't having me': Conor Gallagher opens up on struggles in first Tottenham months England midfielder struggled for form initially after joining Spurs in January
The Guardian - UK · May 25 Nurseries in England charging extra fees to cover funding gap, campaigners say Head of Early Years Alliance says additional charges paid by parents represent ‘cross-subsidy’
Evening Standard · May 25 What time is Soccer Aid 2026? Kick-off, lineups, stadium, tickets, TV and h2h results Charity football match returns for a special anniversary this weekend
Woman & Home · May 25 Mike Tindall shares blunt four word verdict on Prince Harry and risky royal jokes Princess Anne’s son-in-law made a rare comment about Prince Harry and other royals during a candid arts festival appearance
The Independent UK · May 25 England crush New Zealand in T20 series decider The White Ferns were bowled out for just 80 on a sweltering day in Hove.
The Guardian - UK · May 25 England saunter past New Zealand to take T20 series after Gibson sparks demolition England bowled out New Zealand for 80 and sauntered to a seven-wicket win that gave them the series 2-1
FourFourTwo · May 25 ‘When Tripps scored that free-kick against Croatia it was an amazing feeling, but we just couldn’t get the second goal to kill the game’ Jordan Pickford on England’s 2018 heartbreak The Three Lions came up just short in their first World Cup semi-final for 28 years back in 2018
The Guardian - UK · May 25 England beat New Zealand by seven wickets in third and deciding women’s T20 international – as it happened England bowl visitors out for just 80 runs in Hove and claim 2-1 series win over the White Ferns
The Independent UK · May 25 Hottest May day ever recorded in the UK as temperatures top 34C A trio of weather records has fallen in the UK