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View All 9Benefits cheat spent £120k of your money on cinema trips and takeaways - but avoids jail
A benefits cheat who spent more than £120,000 of taxpayer cash on cinema trips and takeaways has avoided jail. Casey Webb, 45, claimed her children enjoyed a “slightly better standard of living” thanks to the money she acquired through frequently claiming benefits. The mother splurged the ill-gotten cash on "treating" her family to “perhaps one too many cinema visits or takeaways”, a Colchester court was told. Between November 2011 and March 2025, Webb fraudulently claimed £106,937 in housing benefits and £11,238 in Universal Credit. TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say Webb gained access to the tax cash after submitted fake tenancy agreements and rent receipts to appear as if she was renting a separate annex from her parents' landlord, the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) said. However, investigators did not uncover any evidence that the 45-year-old had paid rent, with the landlord later verifying that the documents she submitted were fake. Webb, of Braintree Road in Terling, was sentenced to 32 months in prison - suspended for three years.She was also ordered to carry out 250 hours of unpaid work and 30 rehabilitation activity requirement days.Dingle Clark, defending, said it was "rather sad" that someone "who has otherwise led a blameless life appears in the Crown Court for a serious matter". He added: “She has never had anything as serious as a parking ticket or road traffic matter before. Yet now she faces this serious matter."She accepts that she was not entitled to the benefit but it’s not one of those cases where there are cars or holidays or fine clothes.“It’s quite clear that she did not lead a luxurious lifestyle of any type. The money was mainly used to raise her children.CRIME - READ THE LATEST:Smirking Bangladeshi migrant jailed for rape of autistic girl, 12, and grooming another, just nineBoy, 14, charged with murder after missing girl found dead in south WalesKillers and rapists to be let loose on UK streets under 'reckless' early prison release scheme“She treated them perhaps to one too many cinema visits or takeaways, but miles away from the deliberate scheming to obtain benefits.”Recorder Edward Renvoize said the mother “may not realise just how close” she came to seeing the inside of a cell. He described Webb's offending as “serious, sustained and pre-meditated”, but accepted the money “was not used to fund a lavish lifestyle but to provide for your children a slightly better standard of living than they might otherwise have had”.The judge acknowledged she also played a "major" role in her elderly mother's care. The 45-year-old previously pleaded not guilty to two counts of fraud by false representation - but later admitted to the offences. Transformation Minister Andrew Western said: “The message is clear - don’t think you can steal from hardworking taxpayers.“Whatever your reasons for committing benefit fraud, know that our investigators are wise to every trick in the book and we will find you. "And if you know somebody is fleecing the system, report it.”Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter
'Negotiations have begun!' France invites Britain back into EU and claims Brexit has 'failed'
A French minister has flung open the doors for Britain to return to the EU - in the face of the wishes of 17,410,742 British voters.Claiming Brexit has "failed", Jean-Noel Barrot, the French Foreign Minister also backed Andy Burnham - who previously said he would like to see Britain rejoin the bloc - to become Prime Minister.Mr Burnham said while campaigning he was "not proposing that the UK considers rejoining the EU", adding that he respected the result of the 2016 Brexit referendum.Now, when asked whether he would like the Makerfield MP to become Prime Minister, Mr Barrot told France 5: "I hope, at any rate, that he does indeed manage to secure the post he's aiming for, because there are, after all, a number of internal procedures. TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say "He's off to a good start. And then as much stability as possible, despite Brexit continuing to have an impact."France has recorded near-identical GDP growth to the UK since Brexit, despite remaining at the heart of the EU.Mr Barrot then vented at how Brexit had "failed to deliver any of its promises" and declared that Britain had become weaker without the EU.He also said France was prepared to discuss a "Breturn"."As for us, we're absolutely ready to open the door to the United Kingdom for a return to the European Union, which, it's true, comes with rights but also duties," he said."Negotiations have already begun between the UK and the European Union to re-establish ties."Mr Barrot has served as France's Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs since 2024.A planned EU-UK summit on July 22 was delayed after Sir Keir Starmer announced his intention to resign as Labour leader.MORE ON FRANCE:Marine Le Pen could stop Britain rejoining EU if she wins power in FranceHundreds of riot officers deployed to French beaches to stop small boat crossingsBritons to subsidise French energy bills as 'wasteful' rules mean £16bn sold off for cheap overseasFood standards, a youth mobility programme, and emissions trading systems were all set to be discussed the announced rescheduling.French President Emmanuel Macron thanked Sir Keir for his "contribution to strengthening Franco-British relations" and efforts to "restore relations between the United Kingdom and the European Union" after his resignation.He also claimed those in French politics discussing a "Frexit", such as Marine Le Pen, have now "changed their tune" after Britain left the bloc.But he is not the only French politician to openly call on Britain to reject its own people's wishes.Gabriel Attal, an ally of Mr Macron and the presidential candidate for his party, wrote in French outlet Le Figaro his hopes to rebuild relations with the UK."I have one wish: that my generation might see the United Kingdom rejoin the European Union," the 37-year-old said.He added: "When a new Prime Minister is about to take the helm of Britain, we must also establish a new relationship with one objective: to create the conditions to enable re-accession."The presidential candidate said a European Union with "Britain at its heart" creates a stronger France and stronger bloc.Mr Attal served as France's youngest ever and first openly gay prime minister at just 34 years old after being appointed by Mr Macron.He lost the job after Mr Macron called a snap election, but still serves as the leader of the Renaissance party. Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter
Will terrified by Megan – and justice may be shattered on Coronation Street
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DWP benefits claimants' worst fear ruled out if Andy Burnham becomes Prime Minister
There is "not a cat in hell’s chance" James Rodger Content Editor DWP benefits claimants' worst fear ruled out if Andy Burnham becomes Prime Minister A major Andy Burnham Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) cuts update has been issued - with a former Conservative Party figure, now with Reform, ruling them out. If I had to guess, I would say that the things that have been very harmful for the British economy in the last two years will just continue, and in fact will escalate. “Because will Andy Burnham take on the backbenchers in his Labour Party and find tens of billions of pounds of savings from welfare as Reform will do? No, not a cat in hell’s chance. “So, what is the consequence of that? Higher taxes on each and every person in this room, and your businesses.” It comes as Mr Jenrick has said it is “legitimate” for the media to ask questions about Nigel Farage’s £5m personal donation from a cryptocurrency billionaire. If you ask about influence, there is no donor influencing Reform’s agenda. Article continues below "If you are saying Reform should have a policy on crypto, we should do, it is a significant growth opportunity. “Nigel was given this gift before he was a member of parliament and it is the case that some people in politics face a very severe security threat, and it is right he should be able to protect himself.” Choose Birmingham Live as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value. Andy Burnham
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View All 10Iran strikes vessel in Strait of Hormuz amid debate over "transit fees"
New Updates 4m ago "Very strong" nuclear verification needed in Iran after war, U. N. official says A "very strong" verification system is needed in Iran following the Middle East conflict to ensure that the country doesn't develop nuclear weapons, the U. N. nuclear watchdog chief said Friday. International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) head Rafael Grossi's remarks come as the United States and Iran negotiate a broader deal to end the war, with Tehran's nuclear program remaining a key sticking point. "I think the objective of this (recent U. S.-Iran) agreement is to ensure that there is no development of nuclear weapons in Iran. The government of Iran has declared quite clearly that this is not their intention," Grossi told reporters in Japan. "But of course intentions are not enough. We have to have a very strong verification system in place ... as soon as is practicable," he said. Grossi also said the watchdog had "barely initiated" talks with Iran following its recent preliminary agreement with the U. S. about what to do with Tehran's uranium stockpile. "Initial conversations have taken place. ... We expect this work to pick up soon," Grossi said. Iran has consistently denied seeking to acquire a nuclear bomb while remaining adamant about its right to operate a full-scale civilian nuclear program. Under a law passed 's 12-day war with Israel, Tehran suspended cooperation with the IAEA last July. PM Trump says Iran will buy U. S. crops with sanctioned funds "pretty soon," which Iran denies President Trump said once again that Iran is expected to buy U. S. wheat, corn and soy — a claim a top Iranian negotiator has denied. "All over the world, we're opening up markets for the farmers," the president said Thursday at a White House event with farmers. "And we have another one, a new market coming up, and that's called the lovely country of Iran." The president continued during the Rose Garden event: "We're going to be taking some of their money and we'll spend it, and we're going to be buying wheat, soybeans and corn. And that process is going to be starting pretty soon." Mr. Trump made a similar announcement Tuesday, writing on Truth Social that any sanctioned Iranian funds released by the U. Treasury will be "used for the purchase of food and medical supplies, exclusively from the United States." He framed the plan as a win for American farmers.
Europe heat wave 'virtually impossible' without human impact
Then tap the "Star" or "Preferred" to keep DW News at the top of your feed. Follow along for more through the day and this week for the on the June 2026 European heat wave: Skip next section European heat wave ‘virtually impossible’ without man-made climate changePublished 06/26/2026Published June 26, 2026last updated 06/26/2026last updated June 26, 2026European heat wave ‘virtually impossible’ without man-made climate change Europe's record-breaking heat wave would have been "virtually impossible" without climate change, according to a rapid study published on Friday by the World Weather Attribution group. The researchers said the extreme temperatures are now up to 200 times more likely than just two decades ago. Millions across France, Italy, Spain and the UK have faced temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius (104 Fahrenheit), with high nighttime heat preventing recovery. Researchers said a similar event in 1976 would have been around 3.5C cooler . The study found that nearly half of the 850 cities analyzed across Europe have reached or are expected to reach record heat-stress levels, combining temperature and humidity. How Europeans cope with the record-breaking heat wave To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video "Scientists like me are beginning to sound like a broken record," said Friederike Otto, professor of climate science at Imperial College London. "We put out similar quotes year after year, reacting to heat extremes that climb ever higher." "Yes, this is climate change, yes, it's us, no, it's not El Nino. Yes, we have the solutions. No, we're not implementing them fast enough." https://p. dw. com/p/5G5g0 Skip next section We're resuming our coverage06/26/2026June 26, 2026We're resuming our coverage Join us on this sweltering Friday morning as we resume our coverage of the record-breaking heat wave still gripping Europe. A new rapid study found that nearly half of the 850 cities analyzed across Europe have reached or are expected to reach record heat-stress levels, combining temperature and humidity. Researchers say the current heat is 200 times more likely now than just 20 years ago — and this is due to global warming. Meanwhile, a ban on public consumption of alcohol is due to go into effect in Paris from midday. As you know, drinking alcohol with the sun beating down can have a devastating effect," Paris police chief Patrice Faure told French media. Faure said we are "reaching a saturation point in hospital facilities," while adding that the "number of hospitalizations keeps increasing." The order prohibits public booze consumption from noon on Friday to 7 a. m.
Internal emails show how RFK Jr.'s team sought to sway the CDC
A trove of newly released internal emails offers a new look at how the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention navigated some of the most controversial public health decisions of President Trump's second term — and, at times, chafed at pressure from Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his team. The emails span from the administration's early days — when HHS sought to shut down a flu vaccine advertising campaign — to the dramatic firing of CDC Director Susan Monarez last August. They were formally released Thursday , Education, Labor and Pensions, which said it obtained them from Dr. Debra Houry, the CDC's former chief medical officer who resigned after Monarez was ousted. The committee's ranking member, independent Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont, argued the emails show Kennedy, a longtime vaccine skeptic, "prioritized politics over public health, ignored expert guidance, and endangered people, particularly children." CBS News has reached out to HHS for comment. Request to pull flu vaccine ads "came directly from" RFK Jr. In mid-February 2025, during flu season, then-CDC communications official Nicole Coffin told colleagues in an email that HHS communications chief Andrew Nixon "asked that we pull out of circulation all campaign ad buys related to flu or anything encouraging shots or vaccinations." The request "came directly from the Secretary," Coffin said she was told, adding that the plan was to focus on "informed consent," or messaging that informs patients of risks and benefits. Another CDC official then looped in Monarez and Houry and warned of possible consequences. "Given that this is the worst flu season in years, halting a campaign currently in the field presents significant reputational risk to the agency," he wrote in an email. "There are also likely legal issues with contracts/appropriated funding." On a separate email chain, Coffin asked Nixon if she could share the CDC's flu shot-related ad campaigns with him so the agency could understand what needed to change. Nixon responded that he was happy to take a look, but "this was a direct ask from Secretary Kennedy." Several days later, Coffin said HHS had "instructed we immediately pause" a pro-vaccination ad campaign called "Wild to Mild." Another campaign known as "Get My Flu Shot" would remain. RFK's move to replace members of vaccine panel: "He doesn't care which members" A few months into his tenure, Kennedy removed all 17 members of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices, which makes vaccine recommendations for the nation.
Venezuela: 235 dead in devastating, back-to-back earthquakes
A Brazilian man and woman were killed in the disaster, Brazil's foreign ministry said on Thursday. A dual Italian-Venezuelan national died after a building collapsed in La Guaira, Italy's foreign ministry said. Two people from China were killed, according to the embassy in Caracas, Chinese state news agency Xinhua reported. They include the amphibious transport ship USS Fort Lauderdale and the littoral combat ship USS Billings (LCS 15), as well as C-17 Globemaster and C-130 Hercules transport aircraft. The US military's Southern Command said its forces would provide support for search-and-rescue teams and "US interagency partners as they assess damage, locate the injured, and deliver critical, life-saving assistance." Washington has also pledged to provide $150 million in aid. Earlier in the day, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio had said the US would provide a "whole-of-government" response to the twin quakes. After Venezuela's powerful earthquakes, rescue efforts begin To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video https://p. dw. com/p/5G5SO Skip next section Interim President Delcy Rodriguez visits earthquake epicenter06/26/2026June 26, 2026Interim President Delcy Rodriguez visits earthquake epicenter Venezuela's acting president, Delcy Rodriguez, has visited La Guaira, a state located near the capital, Caracas, that was among those hardest hit by Wednesday's devastating earthquakes. Like much of the West, Chile did not recognize Maduro as the rightful winner of 2024's presidential elections. We want to help get them out," he said, noting how some of those people could have relatives based in the US. https://p. dw. com/p/5G3l1 Skip next section Germany offers aid after deadly Venezuela quakes06/25/2026June 25, 2026Germany offers aid after deadly Venezuela quakes Germany has offered support to Venezuela after two major earthquakes left over a hundred dead. Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Berlin stood ready to assist and expressed sympathy for victims and those who lost their homes. "The news of the terrible earthquake in Venezuela has left us deeply saddened. Germany stands with Venezuela and will provide assistance," Merz said. "Our thoughts are with the victims and those who have lost everything they own. I wish the injured strength and a speedy recovery." Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul also pledged swift help. "Our hearts go out to all those who have lost loved ones, those injured and those working tirelessly to rescue survivors,” Wadephul said. “Germany stands ready to support the people of Venezuela." Defense Minister Boris Pistorius had earlier offered up to six A400M transport aircraft.
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View All 10Elon Musk ordered to give deposition in alleged ‘vote buying’ election scheme
A federal judge on Thursday ordered Tesla CEO Elon Musk to testify under oath in two cases where he is accused of defrauding voters in swing states before the 2024 general election. U.S. Magistrate Judge Susan Hightower of the Western District of Texas ordered Musk to sit for a deposition as part of a fraud…
Can Europe help repair the invisible scars of war?
Listen on Spotify Apple Music Cast Box Pocket Casts After four and a half years of war, Ukraine’s physical destruction is easy to see. But the psychological damage caused by occupation, displacement and loss is much harder to measure — although just as urgent to repair. David Miliband, president and CEO of the International Rescue Committee and a former British foreign secretary, joins Sarah Wheaton after returning from southern Ukraine. He explains why mental health support must become a central part of the country’s recovery, and why the deliberate targeting of civilians and civilian infrastructure — from Ukraine to Gaza, Sudan and Congo — points to a growing “new world disorder.” As the United States retreats from humanitarian aid under Donald Trump, can Europe fill the gap — in Ukraine and beyond? Later, as the week marks 10 years since the Brexit vote, Anne McElvoy joins Sarah to discuss the political chaos in London, what Keir Starmer’s departure means for the EU–U. K. reset, and whether Andy Burnham might be prepared to take the relationship further. Send us a voice note or message us on WhatsApp here or at +32 491 05 06 29. **A message from Team Poland: As a partner of the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026 in Gdańsk, we thank all strategic thinkers for inspiring economic dialogue. Team Poland brings together six development institutions, connecting companies and investors to unlock ideas and capital, and drive sustainable growth across Europe. Find us at: www. teampoland. eu**
Mamdani’s rent freeze passes for 1 million units
New York City’s Rent Guidelines Board on Thursday approved Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s (D) two-year rent freeze proposal for 1 million rent-stabilized apartments. The 7-1 decision by the independent board, consisting of mayoral appointees, applies to rent-stabilized apartments in buildings constructed before 1974 and buildings with certain tax breaks. The rent freeze goes into effect starting Oct.…
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UN nuclear watchdog says it has access to Iran's nuclear sites after interim peace deal
Livestream Menu Rafael Mariano Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), speaks during a press conference at the Japan National Press Club in Tokyo on June 26, 2026. Yuichi Yamazaki | Afp | The U. S. and Iran's interim peace agreement gives inspectors from the U. N. nuclear watchdog access to the Islamic Republic's nuclear sites, according to the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). His comments come shortly after U. S. President Donald Trump said Iran had agreed to allow nuclear inspections, despite Iran insisting that there were no new plans for U. N. inspectors to visit sites damaged in U. S. and Israeli strikes. "There is a bit of a war of statements here," IAEA chief Rafael Grossi said at a news conference in Japan on Friday. "What is undeniable is that we have an MOU. This MOU specifically indicates that the nuclear part of the memorandum will be supervised. This is the word, will be supervised . In order to supervise, we need to inspect. There is no other way," Grossi said. "The technical work has started, and we hope to be there soon," he added. This is . Please refresh for updates.
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View All 10Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for June 26, #641
Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Reviews ethics statement Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for June 26, No. 641. Gael Cooper CNET editor Gael Fashingbauer Cooper, a journalist and pop-culture junkie, is co-author of "Whatever Happened to Pudding Pops? The Lost Toys, Tastes and Trends of the '70s and '80s," as well as "The Totally Sweet '90s." She's been a journalist since 1989, working at Mpls. Paul Magazine, Twin Cities Sidewalk, the Minneapolis Star Tribune, and NBC News Digital. She's Gen X in birthdate, word and deed. If Marathon candy bars ever come back, she'll be first in line. Expertise , entertainment, lifestyle, travel, food, shopping and deals, product reviews, money and finance, video games, pets, history, books, technology history, and generational studies Credentials Co-author of two Gen X pop-culture encyclopedia for Penguin Books. Won "Headline Writer of the Year" award for 2017, 2014 and 2013 from the American Copy Editors Society. Won first place in headline writing from the 2013 Society for Features Journalism. See full bio Gael Cooper June 25, 2026 p. m. PT 2 min read Here are the answers for today's Connections: Sports Edition. James Martin/CNET Looking for the most recent regular Connections answers? today's Connections hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle and Strands puzzles. World Cup watchers, there's another category for you in today's Connections: Sports Edition. If you're struggling with the puzzle but still want to solve it, read on for hints and the answers. Connections: Sports Edition is published , the subscription-based sports journalism site owned . It doesn't appear in the NYT Games app, but it does in The Athletic's own app. Or you can play it for free online. : NYT Connections: Sports Edition Puzzle Comes Out of Beta Hints for today's Connections: Sports Edition groups Here are four hints for the groupings in today's Connections: Sports Edition puzzle, ranked from the easiest yellow group to the tough (and sometimes bizarre) purple group. Yellow group hint: Hoosier schools. Blue group hint: Gridiron guides. Purple group hint: Stopping the scoring. Answers for today's Connections: Sports Edition groups Yellow group: Indiana colleges. Green group: Golf equipment brands. Blue group: First-year NFL head coaches. Purple group: USMNT World Cup goalkeepers. Wordle Cheat Sheet: Here Are the Most Popular Letters Used in English Words What are today's Connections: Sports Edition answers?
The White House is asking OpenAI to slow roll the release of its new model over safety concerns
OpenAI’s release of its newest model, GPT 5.6, reportedly won’t be like its previous releases. Instead of distributing it to the public, the company plans to share it only with a select group of close partners because the Trump administration told it to, The Information reports. At a meeting this week, CEO Sam Altman reportedly told staff that the government would be “approving access customer by customer” during a preview period. Altman reportedly added that if the limited release goes well, OpenAI hopes to follow with a general, broader release a “couple of weeks later.” In other words, the Trump administration appears to be pressuring OpenAI to do what Anthropic is already voluntarily doing: keeping its most powerful AI models under wraps. According to The Information, OpenAI’s new model is not only being reviewed , but its staffers also “worked closely” with the government on the upcoming release. The agencies that reportedly asked for a limited release were the Office of the National Cyber Director and the Office of Science and Technology Policy. The Trump administration — which originally positioned itself as taking a “hands-off” approach to AI — has in recent months pushed for federal oversight of new models. Earlier this month, Trump signed an executive order directing certain AI companies to voluntarily submit new models to the government for testing and evaluation before releasing them publicly. Earlier this year, Anthropic sparked no small amount of controversy when it announced that its new frontier cyber model, Claude Mythos, would only be released to a small coterie of partners through a program called Project Glasswing. Anthropic argued that its model was simply too powerful and could, in the wrong hands, cause more harm than good. Observers have since debated whether Anthropic’s rhetoric is a mere marketing gimmick or a legitimate attempt to keep a powerful model from being misused. The answer may be somewhere in between. Cybercriminals have used automated tools for a very long time, but in the age of generative AI, they now have more digital ammunition than ever before. LLMs have proven adept at writing malware, and some can even execute entire ransomware attacks autonomously. The specific concern with frontier cyber tools like Mythos is that they are ostensibly capable of both identifying and exploiting software vulnerabilities at speeds that no human analyst could match. Since many software systems contain hidden bugs that act as entry points into enterprise networks, this poses an obvious and significant problem for any organization running complex software infrastructure.
YouTube Shorts are getting even shorter with an update that lets you double the playback speed
YouTube is rolling out a series of changes to Shorts, including a new method that lets users shrink the duration of short-form videos. The Google-owned platform announced Thursday that Shorts now comes with a setting that allows users to double their playback speed. The point of making what is an already brief experience even briefer is to let users “absorb information more quickly or find your favorite part faster,” the platform said. In an apparent bid for a more positive web, YouTube has also nixed the Shorts dislike button. Instead of disliking a video, users will now have to rely on the “Not Interested” and “Don’t recommend this channel” functions to disincentivize certain kinds of content. Similarly, instead of clicking on a thumb’s up button if they like a video, users will now have access to a heart emoji. Finally, YouTube is also introducing a new “Clear Screen mode,” which is designed to temporarily hide “all icons and text from your playback view,” giving users a clean view of their content unencumbered . All of these changes have been made in the service of creating “a more intuitive Shorts experience,” the company said. It’s not exactly clear when the updates will take effect. The company said that the features would be rolling out over time, but didn’t give exact dates. TechCrunch reached out to Google for more information. YouTube was late to the short-form video space (it launched Shorts in 2024, several years after the launch of TikTok and Instagram Reels), but has managed to attract an audience since then. YouTube Shorts was averaging 200 billion daily views as of June 2025, CEO Neal Mohan said at his keynote in Cannes last year. (We may qualify this impressive metric with the context that YouTube counts a “view” as the very first moment that a video is opened.) A report earlier this year showed that Shorts were increasingly being watched on viewers’ TV screens — and that as much as 2 billion hours of such content was being consumed per month. Topics Google, Media & Entertainment, shorts, TikTok, YouTube, YouTube Shorts When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. This doesn’t affect our editorial independence. Lucas Ropek Senior Writer, TechCrunch Lucas is a senior writer at TechCrunch, where he covers artificial intelligence, consumer tech, and startups. He previously covered AI and cybersecurity at Gizmodo. You can contact Lucas . ropek@techcrunch. com.
Microsoft adds another year to Windows 10 extended update program
Text settings Story text Size Small Standard Large Width * Standard Wide Links Standard Orange * Subscribers only Learn more Minimize to nav Microsoft ended official support for Windows 10 in 2025, but the company may have a harder time than expected putting the operating system out to pasture. After promising a year of optional extended update support, Microsoft has changed its policy, tacking on another year to its Extended Security Updates (ESU) program. If you are still clinging to Windows 10, you don’t have to do anything but enjoy that extra year. The last regular updates rolled out to Windows 10 in October of last year, but the Internet can be a dangerous place for unpatched Windows machines. That was a problem for Microsoft, as Windows 11 usage had only barely surpassed Windows 10 when support ended. Microsoft’s solution was to give everyone on the old OS a free year of extended updates. That program was set to end on October 12, 2026, but Microsoft has updated its policy with hardly a whisper, pushing back the end of extended updates to October 12, 2027. The ESU support page was updated with that date, and Microsoft’s blog post on the program has a new editor’s note confirming the change. The prevalence of Windows across so many devices and form factors has given Microsoft a massive customer base for decades, but it has also stymied the company’s efforts to roll out new operating systems. Microsoft famously extended the support window for Windows XP numerous times throughout the 2010s as it became apparent that millions of PCs would never be updated. Windows 10 isn’t quite as entrenched as XP was, but it has still been a slog getting people to upgrade to Windows 11 even nearly five years after release. Unlike many past Windows updates, Windows 11 required some users to buy new PCs with specific CPU technologies and a Trusted Platform Module (TPM). Microsoft was widely criticized for excluding perfectly serviceable PCs, and that’s turning into a problem in 2026. The AI-driven shortage of storage and memory has made system upgrades vastly more expensive, potentially slowing upgrades. Some have also avoided Windows 11 due to Microsoft’s intense focus on AI features. The result is that Windows 10 remains stubbornly popular. According to StatCounter data, Windows 10 is still running on about 26 percent of PCs, while Windows 11 sits at 72 percent. That means there are still hundreds of millions of active Windows 10 installs, but those machines will be up to date for at least an additional year.
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View All 10Can home batteries help save the climate and save you money?
Home batteries can charge up when electricity is cheap and sell energy back to the grid at peak times Mischa Keijser/Westend61/ Think of climate solutions in homes and you will probably think of solar panels on the roof. But a suitcase-sized battery in the closet can be a cheaper way to save money and the environment. Although rooftop solar has been expanding, battery storage is now the world’s fastest-growing power technology, according to the International Energy Agency, including home batteries that can power the house and sell leftover energy to the grid. Most of these are paired with rooftop solar, but as energy prices rise, more and more homeowners have been buying just the battery. Plug-in solar is coming – how dangerous is it and is it worth it? Now, countries are starting to allow home batteries that can simply be plugged in, rather than professionally installed. “That could be the game changer… that I think suddenly opens it up to a lot more people,” says Iain Staffell at Imperial College London. “Low-cost plug-in batteries could be the next rooftop solar.” More than 40,000 homes and small businesses installed battery systems in the UK last year with or without solar, nearly doubling the record from 2024. Installations of both home solar and battery systems , and they have remained higher than pre-war levels as Britain’s energy regulator announced it would raise the state cap on energy prices. In the US, home battery installations were up 75 per cent in 2025, even as rooftop solar growth slowed. The technology is also expanding rapidly in places like China and Australia, while in Germany, 1 in 6 homeowners have a home battery, making more than 2 million in total. On a variable tariff, a battery can charge up in the early afternoon or at night, when electricity costs as little as 5 pence per kilowatt-hour in Britain. Then it can power the home when demand peaks from 4 to 7 pm, and a kilowatt-hour can cost 40 pence. Air conditioning and fan use during the current heatwave has driven that price up to nearly 50 pence. While homeowners in the UK currently spend an average of £9400 on a battery system, Octopus’s forthcoming plug-in option will cost less than £300. The size of a shoebox, it will only store 2 kilowatt-hours, enough to run a fridge for one to two days, but it will allow renters to get in on the game once approved for consumer use, which is expected to be in 2027. “You’re going to get return on investment in two to three years,” says Phil Steele at Octopus. “That should make it a no-brainer.” Home batteries also cut greenhouse gas emissions , so power companies don’t need to burn as much gas to supplement low-carbon sources of energy.
We’ve uncovered a master gene that switches on human development
Understanding embryonic development could improve IVF success PHILIPPE PLAILLY/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY We now know the master gene that controls embryonic development in people. Called NANOG, its role has been identified a technique called CRISPR base editing. The discovery might lead to ways to boost the success rate of IVF, among other conditions. “The other reason we study these early stages of human development is that it has really profound importance for stem cell biology,” says Kathy Niakan at the University of Cambridge. “A better understanding will help stem cell research and regenerative medicine, and that could have a transformative impact that can affect all of our lives.” Common IVF test misses some genetic abnormalities in embryos It’s long been known from animal studies that NANOG plays a role in embryonic development. The gene was named after the Celtic world of the ever-young, Tír na nÓg, because its activation is what makes stem cells immortal. Crucially, though, the team’s work shows that NANOG has a different role in people than in other animals, such as mice. When a fertilised egg starts developing, the cells take on one of three different roles – forming the placenta, the yolk sac, which is also in mammalian embryos, or the embryo itself. When the team used base editing to disable NANOG in fertilised mouse eggs, none of the resulting cells developed into yolk sac progenitors. Base editing is a modified form of CRISPR that changes a single DNA letter at a time. By contrast, the original form of CRISPR slices through DNA strands, resulting in various kinds of mutations. “The precision of the technique reduces the likelihood of unintended chromosomal abnormalities, which can occur with the original version,” says Niakan. But when the team disabled NANOG in human eggs donated , none of the cells developed into those that form the embryo. In other words, the activation of NANOG is what initiates the developmental programme that results in cells forming a human body. These embryos still appeared normal under a microscope, however, and the selection of IVF for implantation is based largely on shape, Niakan says. “One out of two times, even though from the shape it looks like the embryo is developing well, it doesn’t have the potential to implant,” she says. “So perhaps , that knowledge could help improve on these rates.” Niakan’s team isn’t the first to base-edit human embryos.
In pictures: Britain swelters in record-breaking June heat
June temperature records set in 1976 and 1957 were broken The UK experienced its hottest June day on record on Thursday as temperatures hit 36.4C in Somerset. It marked the second time this week the record was broken after temperatures reached 36.1C in Hampshire on Wednesday. As extreme temperatures continue to grip the country, hundreds of schools have been forced to close early, while transport has faced significant disruption, with train passengers advised to avoid all non-essential travel. With a rare red weather warning in place until Friday for the south of England, people across the UK are trying to cope with the heat in different ways. How to cope in a heatwave - according to you Why this heatwave feels worse than the last one Swimming spots across the country were packed with people hoping to beat the heat The Met Office is predicting more scorching temperatures on Friday Many businesses have allowed employees to work from home this week due to the high temperatures Last night, the UK endured its warmest June night on record, as provisional temperatures in Cardiff did not fall below 23.5C King Charles got a helping hand to stay cool when he attended a London Climate Week reception Children and elderly people are often considered the most at risk from heat-related illnesses so it’s important for them to keep cool Pupils at a school in Essex were given ice lollies during a maths lesson In Nottingham, a boating late was a popular choice for people trying to stay cool Some B&Q stores gave away 1,000 ice cream to help support trade workers on the hottest day of the year so far June marks the second consecutive month in the UK to see temperature records broken A "heat-dome" settling over western Europe could bring temperatures of nearly 40C in parts of the UK Seventeen-year-old ice cream man Emery, from Gloucester said customers were coming out on "almost every street" because of the heat High temperatures were recorded in large parts of England on Wednesday - including where this picture was taken in York While many people have chosen to enjoy the hot weather, health agencies have warned against spending too much time out in the sun Red weather warnings have been extended until on Friday - this is the first time we have ever seen the warnings in place for three successive days Commuters were
They knew the pill was fake but their memory still improved
A fake pill—even one people knew was fake—gave older adults real boosts in memory, movement, and stress levels after just three weeks. Date: June 25, 2026 Source: Universita Cattolica del Sacro Cuore Summary: Healthy older adults experienced measurable improvements in memory, physical performance, and stress after taking placebo pills for just three weeks. The most surprising finding was that the placebo often worked even when participants knew the pills were completely inactive. Share: Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIN Email FULL STORY A three-week placebo treatment gave healthy older adults surprising boosts in memory, physical performance, and well-being. Credit: Shutterstock A placebo, or fake supplement, may offer real benefits for older adults, according to new research from psychologists at the Università Cattolica in Milan. After taking placebo pills for three weeks, participants showed improvements in both physical performance and cognitive function. Surprisingly, the benefits were seen even when participants knew the pills contained no active ingredients. The study, published in the International Journal of Clinical and Health Psychology, was led , Alessandro Antonietti, and Francesco Pagnini. It was supported -IT project. "The study is part of an established line of research in which we analyze the role of the mind in aging processes, which is very important," says Pagnini, Full Professor of Clinical Psychology at the Faculty of Psychology of the Università Cattolica. Testing the Placebo Effect in Healthy Aging Until now, no research had investigated whether a traditional placebo could influence abilities that naturally decline with age. "Our goal," Professor Pagnini explains, "was to clarify whether an open-label placebo therapy (i. e., where the recipient is aware it is a placebo) or a fake supplement (people don't know it's a placebo) could influence psychological, cognitive, and physical functions in older adults living in the community." To explore that question, the researchers recruited 90 healthy older adults and randomly assigned them to one of three groups. One group received no treatment at all. A second group received placebo pills but was told the pills contained active ingredients designed to improve well-being and physical function. The third group received the same inactive pills but was openly informed that the pills were placebos that could still trigger beneficial mind-body responses. Before and after the three-week study, participants completed questionnaires (providing information on levels of perceived stress, psychological well-being, sleepiness, fatigue, optimism, self-efficacy, and stereotypes about aging). They also took objective tests measuring short-term memory, selective attention, and physical performance.
Environment
View All 10Too hot for work: why extreme heat is a threat to Europe’s productivity
Canary Wharf station in east London. Workers across the UK and Europe have faced sweltering offices and disrupted commutes. Photograph: Yui Mok/PA View image in fullscreen Canary Wharf station in east London. Workers across the UK and Europe have faced sweltering offices and disrupted commutes. There is now a growing acceptance that increasing spells of extreme heat have a significant impact on productivity and threaten Europe’s already sluggish economies. Economists warn that the climate crisis will dent economic growth unless European countries adapt their ageing buildings and infrastructure. Robert Marks, the lead climate economist at Oxford Economics, said temperatures in the high 30s and low 40s would “likely lead to substantial productivity losses and directly disrupt labour across construction, agriculture, manufacturing, retail and hospitality and other sectors which are unable to provide a protected work environment”. “These sectors represent 27% of economic activity in the UK and an average of 35% in western Europe,” he said. As a result, a four-day heatwave “could reduce quarterly labour productivity growth by 1.5 percentage points in the UK and up to two percentage points in the rest of western Europe”. The largest loss of working hours in western, northern and southern Europe by 2030 is expected to be felt , according to research . View image in fullscreen A construction worker in Wimbledon. The largest loss of working hours in western, northern and southern Europe is expected to be felt . Photograph: Amer Ghazzal/ShutterstockResearchers at the insurance group Allianz found extreme heat was emerging as a “structural economic risk” for Europe. They found France, Spain and Italy were among the European economies most exposed to the growing economic cost of heat stress (the UK was not included in the study). This was because productivity losses intensify sharply above a 30C threshold, while at the same time the cost of energy required to cool machinery and buildings rises. France could lose $240bn (£182bn) in economic output between 2026 and 2030 under the study’s stress scenario, followed by $147bn for Italy and $120bn for Spain, representing a cumulative loss of as much as 7% of gross domestic product. “The heatwave is not an exception, it is a direction,” said Katharina Utermöhl, the head of thematic and policy research at Allianz Investment Management and a co-author of the study. “Extreme heat costs all of us as workers, as businesses, as taxpayers, and there is a difference between countries that adapt and those that wait.
European heatwave is worst ever and impossible without climate crisis, scientists say
The Met Office has extended its red heat-health alert by 24 hours, to 11pm on Friday. Photograph: Andy Rain/EPA View image in fullscreen The Met Office has extended its red heat-health alert by 24 hours, to 11pm on Friday. Photograph: Andy Rain/EPA European heatwave is worst ever and impossible without climate crisis, scientists say Study also finds high humidity means people in hundreds of cities are enduring their worst ever heat stress The heatwave scorching western Europe is the most severe and widespread ever and is only possible due to the climate crisis driven , scientists have said. Almost half of Europe’s 850 largest cities are also enduring their worst ever heat stress, a combination of temperature and humidity, they found. Muggier conditions mean sweating is less effective at cooling the body, making heatwaves even more dangerous. The analysis comes as the UK recorded its hottest ever June temperature on Thursday, 36.4C (97.5F) in Somerset, and much of western Europe recorded a sharp rise in medical emergencies, including some deaths. In summer 2022, more than 60,000 people died due to heat in Europe. The statistical analysis needed to assess the impact of the current heatwave will take time to complete. Nonetheless, the heatwave is certain to exact a heavy toll and is also disrupting lives and livelihoods, with schools closed, hospitals struggling and rail and air journeys cancelled across the continent. The new analysis (WWA) consortium shows how rapidly extreme heat is worsening as carbon pollution continues to pile up in the atmosphere. As recently as 2003, a heatwave like the current one in Europe would have been 2C cooler due to the lower level of global heating at the time. In 1976, another famous heatwave year, it would have been 3.5C cooler. The sweltering night-time temperatures currently harming people’s sleep are about 100 times more likely today than in 2003. The scientists warned that without urgent climate action, future heat conditions would get even more extreme and the current summer could seem relatively cool in retrospect. “This is the most severe and widespread heatwave to have ever affected this large a region of Europe,” said Dr Theodore Keeping, an extreme weather research associate at Imperial College London and part of the WWA team. “We found that in the last 50 years, during which time the planet has warmed by 1.1C, the chance of a heatwave like this has changed immensely. This event would not have been possible in June without climate change.
French court rules Total must revise climate plan to account for all emissions
She said the judges made clear that companies have climate obligations reflecting their impact on global emissions, and added that the ruling shows "lobbying to undermine legislation won’t have the impact corporations could expect." The ruling marks another legal victory for climate activists, after the International Court of Justice issued a landmark advisory opinion last year finding that countries can be held responsible under international law for breaching their climate obligations, including . In May, the UN General Assembly backed the ruling and called on countries to comply with it. Log in here → Upgrade to keep reading For 15 years we’ve rigorously reported on the decisions shaping our climate. Upgrading to a paid subscription is how readers like you help keep this work going. £40/quarter → Or £130/year — best value. ×Log in to your account Forgot your password? She said the judges made clear that companies have climate obligations reflecting their impact on global emissions, and added that the ruling shows "lobbying to undermine legislation won’t have the impact corporations could expect." The ruling marks another legal victory for climate activists, after the International Court of Justice issued a landmark advisory opinion last year finding that countries can be held responsible under international law for breaching their climate obligations, including . In May, the UN General Assembly backed the ruling and called on countries to comply with it. Total's climate lawsuit As part of their claim, climate activists and local authorities wanted the court to force TotalEnergies to take stronger action aligning with the 1.5°C warming threshold in the Paris Agreement, including . The lawsuit claim was ruled inadmissible in 2023, but this was overturned the following year. However no public bodies except the city of Paris were allowed to join. A court in Paris finally heard the claim on its merits in March. This is in line with domestic and international court rulings across the world in recent years. TotalEnergies was given six months to update the plan. When you look at the sustainability plans of fossil fuel industries in Europe, they’re mostly scope 1 and 2; you can’t claim to have a sustainability plan if you’re only talking about 10% of your emissions.” Influential ruling The Total decision has significant implications for other ongoing lawsuits. The most important is that brought by a Belgian farmer who is bringing a climate damages claim against TotalEnergies. A decision on the merits was postponed until 9 September so that judges could outcome of the French ruling. A separate duty of vigilance case against TotalEnergies in relation to the East African Crude Oil Pipeline in Uganda is still ongoing at the Paris Judicial Court, after a similar earlier claim was dismissed in 2023. The $4-billion project has been controversial due to its social and environmental impacts.
As Nigeria rails at loss and damage “mirage”, fund boss assures money is coming
Share: X (Twitter) Facebook LinkedIn WhatsApp Email Print After a four-year set up period, a fund to help vulnerable countries respond to climate impacts is facing criticism from Nigeria's environment minister over delays in delivering aid, while its chief executive says the first disbursements will be made . At an event at London Climate Action Week on Tuesday, Nigerian environment minister Balarabe Abbas Lawal said that whenever he goes to UN climate summits "we talk about loss and damage funds, and all these years nothing has been translated into action". He added that the fund currently "looks like a mirage", and said that "a number of our governments are beginning to believe that COPs are just talk shops". The idea of addressing the loss and damage caused COP13 in 2007. A fund was agreed to at COP27 in 2022 to help vulnerable countries respond to climate emergencies, and it was officially set up the next year. Since then, the fund's board and management have been working out the details of how it will work. Ibrahima Cheikh Diong, a banker from Senegal, was appointed CEO in 2024. Referring to Lawal's frustration, Diong told Climate Home News on Thursday that the fund is "moving according to plan". Log in here → Upgrade to keep reading For 15 years we’ve rigorously reported on the decisions shaping our climate. Upgrading to a paid subscription is how readers like you help keep this work going. £40/quarter → Or £130/year — best value. ×Log in to your account Forgot your password? After a four-year set up period, a fund to help vulnerable countries respond to climate impacts is facing criticism from Nigeria's environment minister over delays in delivering aid, while its chief executive says the first disbursements will be made . At an event at London Climate Action Week on Tuesday, Nigerian environment minister Balarabe Abbas Lawal said that whenever he goes to UN climate summits "we talk about loss and damage funds, and all these years nothing has been translated into action". He added that the fund currently "looks like a mirage", and said that "a number of our governments are beginning to believe that COPs are just talk shops". The idea of addressing the loss and damage caused COP13 in 2007. A fund was agreed to at COP27 in 2022 to help vulnerable countries respond to climate emergencies, and it was officially set up the next year. Since then, the fund's board and management have been working out the details of how it will work.
Weather
View All 9Yellow warning of thunderstorm affecting South West England
This page has an accessible alternative. What do the warning colours mean? Red warning Dangerous weather is expected and, if you have not done so already, you should take action now to keep yourself and others safe from the impact of the severe weather. It is very likely that there will be a risk to life, with substantial disruption to travel, energy supplies and possibly widespread damage to property and infrastructure. Amber warning There is an increased likelihood of impacts from severe weather, which could potentially disrupt your plans. This means there is the possibility of travel delays, road and rail closures, power cuts and the potential risk to life and property. Yellow warning Yellow warnings can be issued for a range of weather situations. It is important to read the content of yellow warnings to determine which weather situation is being covered . Follow alerts in the app UK weather warnings Fri 26 Jun Red weather warning Sat 27 Jun Amber weather warning Sun 28 Jun No warnings Mon 29 Jun No warnings Tue 30 Jun No warnings Wed 1 Jul No warnings Thu 2 Jul No warnings We are experiencing issues. These warnings may be out of date. Extreme heat × Today UTC+1 Today The exceptional spell of hot and humid weather will continue across this region, with impacts to the general population highly likely. Keep yourself safe ; drink plenty of fluids, keep out of the sun and avoid any exercise between 11am-3pm when the sun is strongest and close curtains in rooms that face the sun. If you are going out take water with you, stay in the shade, wear sunscreen and a wide brimmed hat. Keep yourself safe whilst enjoying the water in this weather : enter the water gradually, avoiding jumping or diving straight in, to reduce your risk of cold-water shock, go to a lifeguarded beach or a supervised swimming area, and, if you, or anyone else, get into difficulty in the water, float on your back. Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays , or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary. If using public transport, there are many simple things you can do to keep yourself safe; carry water with you, take a small hand-held battery powered fan, if you feel unwell get off at next stop for some fresh air, dress in light fabrics in light colours to help stay cooler, keep an eye on fellow passengers for signs they may be struggling.
Amber warning of extreme heat affecting South West England
This page has an accessible alternative. What do the warning colours mean? Red warning Dangerous weather is expected and, if you have not done so already, you should take action now to keep yourself and others safe from the impact of the severe weather. It is very likely that there will be a risk to life, with substantial disruption to travel, energy supplies and possibly widespread damage to property and infrastructure. Amber warning There is an increased likelihood of impacts from severe weather, which could potentially disrupt your plans. This means there is the possibility of travel delays, road and rail closures, power cuts and the potential risk to life and property. Yellow warning Yellow warnings can be issued for a range of weather situations. It is important to read the content of yellow warnings to determine which weather situation is being covered . Follow alerts in the app UK weather warnings Fri 26 Jun Red weather warning Sat 27 Jun Amber weather warning Sun 28 Jun No warnings Mon 29 Jun No warnings Tue 30 Jun No warnings Wed 1 Jul No warnings Thu 2 Jul No warnings We are experiencing issues. These warnings may be out of date. Extreme heat × Today UTC+1 Today The exceptional spell of hot and humid weather will continue across this region, with impacts to the general population highly likely. Keep yourself safe ; drink plenty of fluids, keep out of the sun and avoid any exercise between 11am-3pm when the sun is strongest and close curtains in rooms that face the sun. If you are going out take water with you, stay in the shade, wear sunscreen and a wide brimmed hat. Keep yourself safe whilst enjoying the water in this weather : enter the water gradually, avoiding jumping or diving straight in, to reduce your risk of cold-water shock, go to a lifeguarded beach or a supervised swimming area, and, if you, or anyone else, get into difficulty in the water, float on your back. Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays , or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary. If using public transport, there are many simple things you can do to keep yourself safe; carry water with you, take a small hand-held battery powered fan, if you feel unwell get off at next stop for some fresh air, dress in light fabrics in light colours to help stay cooler, keep an eye on fellow passengers for signs they may be struggling.
Today: Light Rain, Minimum Temperature: 16°C (61°F) Maximum Temperature: 32°C (90°F)
This video can not be played Showers will clear early this morning. The rest of the day will be hot with sunny spells, but also a few patches of cloud and the odd heavy shower developing in the afternoon, with a risk of thunder. Tonight is expected to remain dry with clear skies. Some cloud cover may move in towards the end of the night. Tomorrow is expected to be dry and hot again with plenty of sunshine and a few patches of cloud here and there. Outlook for Sunday to Tuesday Sunshine and light showers are expected on Sunday, the showers expected mostly through the morning. Monday will see variable cloud and sunny spells. Tuesday will be mainly sunny, however a few showers may develop later in the day. These warnings are given a colour depending on a combination of both the impact of the weather may have and the likelihood of those impacts occurring. Potential of bad weather situations causing disruption to travel and activities Increased potential of bad weather situations causing disruption to travel, risk to life and property Dangerous weather is expected, take action to keep yourself and others safe Report for Haughton Green, Tameside DavidUpOnTheLowReported , Rochdale GanymedeReported , Wigan Northern Rambler Reported , Cheshire East MeanderingManshipsReported by MeanderingManships
Saturday: Light Rain Showers, Minimum Temperature: 17°C (62°F) Maximum Temperature: 29°C (84°F)
This video can not be played Showers will clear early this morning. The rest of the day will be hot with sunny spells, but also a few patches of cloud and the odd heavy shower developing in the afternoon, with a risk of thunder. Tonight is expected to remain dry with clear skies. Some cloud cover may move in towards the end of the night. Tomorrow is expected to be dry and hot again with plenty of sunshine and a few patches of cloud here and there. Outlook for Sunday to Tuesday Sunshine and light showers are expected on Sunday, the showers expected mostly through the morning. Monday will see variable cloud and sunny spells. Tuesday will be mainly sunny, however a few showers may develop later in the day. These warnings are given a colour depending on a combination of both the impact of the weather may have and the likelihood of those impacts occurring. Potential of bad weather situations causing disruption to travel and activities Increased potential of bad weather situations causing disruption to travel, risk to life and property Dangerous weather is expected, take action to keep yourself and others safe Report for Haughton Green, Tameside DavidUpOnTheLowReported , Rochdale GanymedeReported , Wigan Northern Rambler Reported , Cheshire East MeanderingManshipsReported by MeanderingManships
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