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'Everything went off': How Spain and Portugal's massive power cut unfolded

'Everything went off': How Spain and Portugal's massive power cut unfolded7 minutes agoMallory MoenchBBC NewsEPAThe first sign of trouble Peter Hughes noticed was when his train to Madrid starting to...

Power outage causes chaos in Spain and Portugal

Power outage causes chaos in Spain and Portugal33 minutes agoGabriela PomeroyBBC NewsReutersA massive power cut hit large parts of Spain and Portugal on Monday, causing widespread chaos and...

UK households urged to stockpile cash now

UK households are being urged to stockpile cash now - as well as six other key items because of the 'likely' possibility of an attack on the country's infrastructure.Tobias Ellwood, former UK Defence...

Warning to tourists after rise in shark attacks

Although rare, shark attacks have been on the rise in recent years - and experts say over-excited tourists could be to blame. Despite their fearsome reputation in popular culture, sharks don't have...

Gangster who enjoyed £500,000 life of crime will only have to pay back £1

Paul Woodford has a notorious history in Merseyside's gangland (Image: NWROCU)A notorious gangland figure who amassed nearly £500,000 from his criminal exploits has been ordered to pay back a mere...

Tragic pool accident in Turkey leaves young woman with severe neck injuries

A young woman who tragically "partially decapitated" herself after hitting her head on a concrete pool base while on holiday has expressed that she feels "fortunate" to be alive. Becca Reed, then 25,...

Millions of vapes seized in illegal trade crackdown

Millions of vapes seized in illegal trade crackdown6 minutes agoAlix HattenstoneBBC News, EnglandBBCMore than six million illegal vaping products have been seized by Trading Standards officers across...

Francis: Traditional Pope from Latin America who changed Catholic Church

Francis: Traditional Pope from Latin America who changed Catholic Church 26 minutes agoAPHis ascension to the papacy heralded many firsts.Francis was the first Pope from the Americas or the Southern...

Francis: Traditional Pope from Latin America who changed Catholic Church

Fury as China advertises ‘inflatable boats for refugees’ crossing to UK

Chinese companies are selling "refugee boats" and advertising them online to people smugglers, according a new report. Alibaba, the Chinese e-commerce site, is hosting dozens of suppliers of...

Heavy snow blocks Alpine resorts in Switzerland and France

Heavy snow blocks Alpine resorts in Switzerland and France2 days agoPaul KirbyEurope digital editorAFPThe Swiss ski resort of Zermatt was cut off and tourists and residents were told to stay indoors...

Huge fire ant warning issued as experts raise two big fears

Highly invasive red fire ants could soon be setting up home in Britain thanks to global warming, a pest expert has warned. The creature may only be the size of a grain of rice but their bites can be...

Brit, 27, dies in horror avalanche at French ski resort

A British holidaymaker has tragically lost his life after being swept across the ground by a massive avalanche in France, leading to a cardiac arrest. The 27-year-old man was enjoying his stay at Val...

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's charity 'cuts ties' with pro-Palestine organisation

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's charity has reportedly cut ties with a Muslim charity after its founder made anti-Israel comments. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's Archewell Foundation has pulled...

Heavy snow blocks Alpine resorts in Switzerland and France

Heavy snow blocks Alpine resorts in Switzerland and France26 minutes agoPaul KirbyEurope digital editorAFPThe Swiss ski resort of Zermatt was cut off and tourists and residents were told to stay...

Virgin Media giving free upgrade to broadband customers with 2 codes

Virgin media is giving a free router upgrade to eligible broadband customers with two specific hub models. The hub upgrade programme comes after the UK government enforced the Product Security and...

NatWest to shut 19 branches in days - check if your local is closed

NatWest will close dozens of branches across the UK this year due to a shift in consumer behaviour. A total of 54 branches will shut in 2025 with 19 set to close their doors in May.The NatWest Group...

Brits urged to stay alert as violence escalates in popular tourist destination

British holidaymakers heading to Ecuador are being warned to exercise increased caution as the South American nation faces a fresh wave of violence and political instability. The UK Foreign,...

Alison Hammond's outfit is all high street – her denim midi skirt is perfect for spring

Alison Hammond graces our screens daily on This Morning, but unlike some TV stars, she's not one for wearing expensive brands. On yesterday's episode, she went for a head-to-toe high street outfit,...

Labour given bombshell warning that returns deal with France could lead to MORE migrants

Channel migrants could be sent back to France if the UK agrees to take legitimate asylum seekers.The UK and France are discussing a “one-for-one” agreement that will allow asylum seekers to join...