Two thunderstorm warnings issued for millions of Brits

The two thunderstorm warnings in place on Thursday (August 27)(Image: Met Office)

At least 12 dead as wildfires sweep through northern Algeria

At least 12 people have been killed and dozens injured as wildfires burn through large swathes of northern Algeria.

Stop hydrangeas from drooping by adding 1 common item to the soil now

Hydrangeas are a popular plant to grow in UK gardens, but the recent hot weather and heatwave may have had a negative effect on the plant’s vitality. As the plant is not drought-resistant, gardeners may end up with dry, crispy and drooping leaves on their hydrangeas.

Italy unleashes 'octopus army' to battle devastating crab invasion

WATCH: Italy suspends Schengen agreement with Spain amid Ceuta migrant crisis

Mum with dementia locked outside care home at 3am in 'disgusting' abuse

A mother suffering from early-onset dementia was locked out of her care home during the night amid what the facility's own manager branded a 'disgusting and despicable' situation.

Cruise ships have a hidden prison for misbehaving passengers and crew

Boarding a cruise ship to travel around some sought-after destinations is a little slice of luxury, but what really happens to those passengers or crew members who break the law while on board?

Oregon murder-suicide victims pictured as family searches for answers

The victims of a horrific Oregon murder-suicide have been pictured as their grieving families paid tribute to their lives and personalities.

British Families Wait as Receding Waters Reveal Grim Toll of Nepal Flood

Thousands are feared dead after a churning wall of mud, rock, and freezing water bulldozed down the Rasuwa valley, crumpling concrete and washing away entire villages in disaster-movie scenes.

Busy Philipps reveals brain tumour diagnosis: ‘I’m grateful to be alive’

Actor says she had the ‘weirdest six months of my life’, after being diagnosed days after her Dawson’s Creek co-star James Van Der Beek died of cancer

Emergency crews race to major flooding in UK city with cars stranded near Asda

Emergency services are presently 'dealing with significant flooding' in Birmingham, West Midlands Fire Service (WMFS) has confirmed.

Italy is fighting an invasive species of crab with killer octopuses

The innovative method of pest control has seen tens of thousands of octopuses released into the sea to take on the blue crabs.

Dozens of Brits missing after flash floods as rescuers conduct desperate search

A desperate search is underway at the border of Nepal and Tibet after hundreds of people were swept away by horror flash floods and mudslides.