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Paul Fiddler died after a tree fell onto his Citroen van on the A59 at Longton

Storm Darragh: Falling tree kills football coach driving on busy road

Liverpool plane aborts landing and performs go-around manoeuvre.

Watch: Plane aborts landing and performs rare manoeuvre at UK airport

The Viofo A329 dash cam packs in a first-of-its-kind sensor

Viofo A329 dash cam review: Testing the most powerful dash cam yet

Storm Darragh causes disruption and damage across the UK.

Watch: Storm Darragh causes disruption and damage across the UK

Huge waves crash into Porthcawl pier.

Watch: Dramatic live footage shows huge waves crashing onto pier

People battle against the wind and rain.

Watch: Met Office issues rare red warning - weather warnings explained

Passengers board train.

Watch: How to claim compensation when your train is delayed

Storm Darragh: Watch as 'tornado' winds send debris flying into cars and gardens during Wakefield storm

Watch as 'tornado' winds send debris flying into cars and gardens

Strong winds are expected to hit the UK.

Watch: Met Office issues yellow weather warnings for wind and rain

A jogger makes their way through fog on a frosty morning.

Watch: 'Wonky weather' as temperatures drop to -7C and warnings issued

Dryrobe's car seat covers are designed to fit any vehicle

Dryrobe wearers are realising they can have matching car seat covers

The Explorer 100 is small and light enough to carry around

Black Friday: This Jackery power station is at its lowest ever price

Lydney Town AFC players go swimming on their pitch.

Watch: Football team swims in waist-height floodwater on their pitch

Mercure Szczyrk Resort

I visited Europe’s longest hotel with stunning misty mountain views

Rain is expected across the district as Storm Bert continues to move across the UK.

Storm Bert will 'continue to cause disruption' across Wakefield

A gritter on the Glenshane Pass in the Sperrin Mountains of County Londonderry.

Watch: Weather warnings including amber area where power cuts likely
Meteorologist Aidan McGivern delivers this weekend’s weather forecast, with an amber warning for snow and ice issued for certain areas - where 20cm of snow is possible and power cuts are likely.
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Locals jumped into action in Nottingham

Watch as locals save National Express coach sliding down icy road

Tigers in the snow at West Midlands Safari Park.

Adorable video shows rare tiger enjoying the snowy weather at zoo

Amazon’s Echo Dot is down to just £22.99

Alexa, find me a bargain smart speaker: Black Friday deals have landed

The new Christmas menu even features festive cocktails

Festive treats galore as TGI Fridays launches a special Christmas menu

With snow and ice blanketing parts of the UK, here's what the experts say about walking your dog in cold weather,

Watch: This is when pet experts say it’s too cold to walk your dog

Weather warnings for snow and ice are in place for many regions across the UK.

How to keep yourself warm and stay safe during the cold weather

A Northern Rail train travels on tracks past snow in Buxton, northern England, on 19 November 2024 (Photo: PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

The laws employers must follow in snow, and when it's too cold to work

Your child's school may close if it becomes too dangerous to travel there

Official temperature and snow day rules for schools in UK cold snap

Sheffield has woken up to snow this morning.

Watch: Snow coats roads and parks across UK as travel is disrupted

A late night snowman in Weston Park. Photo: David Kessen, National World

Daredevils filmed sledging down alleys and hurling snowballs

Woman on a smartphone in a snowstorm. Photo: ANATOLII STEPANOV/AFP via Getty Images

How phone signal and WhatsApp is affected by snow
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Cars drive on snowy roads in Liverpool.

Watch: Snow expected to hit rush hour as new yellow warnings issued

The supermoon, called Beaver Moon, rises in the UK at around 3.30pm GMT.

Tonight is your last chance to see a supermoon in 2024

It is "likely to snow" throughout the district next week, the Met Office has shared.

9 of the best weather apps to use as arctic blast set to hit

The dark winter days can have a big impact on people's mental health.

5 of the best SAD lamps to help brighten your mood this winter

It’s important to focus on a few simple habits to reach good quality sleep.

Weather this winter with these savvy wellbeing tips

Colder nights are on the way, the Met Office has warned.

Met Office warns of colder nights across Wakefield, Pontefract and Castleford

Valencia Airport runway submerged in flood water.

Watch: Valencia Airport runway submerged in flood water as 62 dead

Many households are expected to reach for the thermostat for the first time since spring

Smart tips to prep your heating and avoid costly repairs!

The joys of Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, with Liam Kennedy and Tui. (pic by Dominic Scurr).

I visited Egypt's desert jewel and left with smile wider than Sinai

The DJI Neo uses AI to lock on to a person and follow them around

We test a bargain drone that flies itself and follows you around

River Severn in Bridgnorth rises above 'property flooding' watermark towards its peak.

Watch the scene as River Severn rises above 'property flooding' level

Kate Middleton looks fabulous whether out in the countryside or on the red carpet

The boots Kate Middleton wears again and again - where to buy them

A poll of 2,000 adults found 82 per cent have at least one 'unusual' method for lifting their spirits

Odd ways Brits' brighten-up their day

Drivers make their way through flooded roads.

Watch: Yellow rain warnings issued as heavy rain causes roads to flood

The district will see colder temperatures over the coming weeks.

When will it snow in Wakefield, Pontefract and Castleford?

A member of the public walks through the snow in Victoria Park in Glasgow in February 2021 (Photo: ANDY BUCHANAN/AFP via Getty Images)

Cold Weather Payment: eligibility - and how to claim extra winter cash

A study in 2010 demonstrated that there are parallels between our music listening tastes changing and clocks going backwards each year.

Explainer Why do our listening habits change when the clocks go back each year?

The yellow weather warning for rain is in place until 3pm.

Heavy rain warning issued by Met Office for Wakefield, Pontefract and Castleford

A yellow rain warning has been issued.

Watch severe flooding around UK as further rain warning issued

The flood alert is in place until later this afternoon.

Flood alerts: Warnings put in place after heavy rain continues in Wakefield

The yellow weather warning for rain is in place until tomorrow morning.

Heavy rain warning issued by Met Office for Wakefield, Pontefract and Castleford

Gloves are the go-to accessory for the winter wardrobe

Winter wardrobe essentials - gloves for your cold weather arsenal

Football pitch submerged in water after thunderstorm.

Watch: Football pitch submerged in water after thunderstorm

Met Office issues amber rain warning for parts of UK.

Watch: Amber rain warning for parts of UK as 50-60mm of rain expected

A family has been left without "anything" after a lightning strike caused a devastating fire which spread to three other properties.

Watch: Family home damaged after lightning bolt hits their property

Wild swimmers highlight their favourite dry robes

Best dry robes wild swimmers love with deals from £50

A yellow weather warning for rain has been issued by the Met Office.

Heavy rain warning issued by Met Office for Wakefield, Pontefract and Castleford

Research of 2,000 adults revealed the most common daily risks include eating something past its sell by date and leaving the house with low phone battery

Two thirds of Brits consider themselves a risk taker