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Nepal rescue operations suspended after glacial debris lake overflows amid fears of second flood

Nepal rescue operations have been suspended for 90 minutes

Lightning sparks chaos overnight at major UK airport as flights cancelled

A LIGHTNING strike sparked chaos at Luton Airport overnight after air traffic control systems were knocked out.

Meghan Markle's 1 'priority' for UK return unveiled

Meghan Markle’s number-one priority for her UK return has been pinpointed by an insider as she and Prince Harry settle in with their children. According to the source, her immediate focus is on helping Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet adjust to their new home and start school this September.

Serial rapist police officer passed vetting despite warnings

A police officer later exposed as a violent serial rapist was accepted into the force despite two prior reports of criminal behaviour against women on his record, a BBC Disclosure investigation has revealed. Alan Greer joined Strathclyde Police in 2009, even though vetting staff knew of a formal police caution issued by the Metropolitan Police in 2005 for making inappropriate phone calls to a woman in London.

Yorkshire Vet Shona Searson's life including unexpected wedding interruption

Shona Searson is a beloved star of The Yorkshire Vet, but what do we know about her life away from the spotlight? The much-loved Channel 5 documentary series made its return with its 23rd season earlier this month, kicking off with an emotional special. The opening episode, which aired on Channel 5 on August 13, saw Peter Wright unveil a memorial garden dedicated to pets lost over the years.

Bayern Munich season preview: What is the aim for Kompany, Kane and Bundesliga champions?

Vincent Kompany and Harry Kane helped Bayern Munich to the German double last season

How the Iran war unfolded: every attack and oil price change

From the first US and Israeli strikes six months ago to the battle for Hormuz, this timeline plots how Trump’s war on Iran quickly became a regional conflict with global economic consequences

Air pollution affects us all, but there is a way we can breathe easier

In this week’s newsletter: pollutants from fossil fuels and wildfires damage nearly every part of our bodies – but initiatives such as cycle zones can make our cities safer

The Secret Woman review

In spite of capable performances and deployment of hygge, gothic and Nordic noir elements, you’ll search for a feasible plot or a character insight in vain

Week in wildlife: a Cornish wallaby, a frazzled opossum and rare Montagu’s harrier chicks

This week’s best wildlife photographs from around the world

Monty Don urges gardeners to do urgent job now and reap the benefits next year

August can quickly become one of the most important in a gardener's calendar, as it can prepare you for not only the autumn but also the summer to come.

Feeding pigeons scraps of food could land you with a £150 fine

Pigeons live in town and city centres across the UK, and many people take it upon themselves to share food scraps or even bird food with them to keep them well-fed.