People flocking to Spain to view solar eclipse could spark more ‘devastating’ wildfires 10. August 2026 (15:21) Northern Spain will be one of the best places in world to view phenomenon with 460,000 extra visitors expectedAuthorities in Spain have warned of an increased risk of fires when hundreds of thousands of people head to the hills and beaches to get a better view of Wednesday’s total solar eclipse.“The vegetation is extraordinarily dry and the smallest spark or carelessness could lead to devastating forest fires,” the environment minister, Sara Aagesen, said on a visit to Niebla in the south of the country, the site of Spain’s latest fire. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Louisiana warns beachgoers amid surge in flesh-eating bacteria infections 10. August 2026 (14:58) State confirms nine cases, including five deaths, from Vibrio vulnificus organism, which thrives in seawaterHealth officials in Louisiana are urging beachgoers to take precautions during a summertime surge in infections from a flesh-eating bacterium found in coastal waters.Louisiana has confirmed nine cases of Vibrio vulnificus infections this year, the state’s health department said last week in a news release. All were hospitalized, and five died. During the same period over the previous decade, Louisiana reported an average of seven cases and one death. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Farage welcomes revived police investigation into alleged arson attack at his home after Widdecombe killing – UK politics live 10. August 2026 (14:52) Counter-terrorism police looking into the death of Ann Widdecombe have reopened an inquiry into an incident last yearFarage and Yusuf are now taking questions.Q: [From Jack Fenwick from the BBC] Are there other countries where you might send foreign offenders? And how much would this cost?We have to admit that there might not be too many colour TVs.It’s not going to be a summer camp. It’s not going to be particularly fun. But it won’t be cruel and it won’t be unreasonable.We will rapidly build capacity. We will take advantage of new prefabricated modular technology and build 12,000 prison places in the form of Nightingale prisons on Ministry of Defence land. And the army will be called in to assist.Together, these measures will create an additional 22,000 prison places compared to Andy Burnham’s plans. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Crew of Zuckerberg yacht did not hear radio call to assist boat, Meta says 10. August 2026 (14:42) Small skiff ran out of fuel off Alaska and was helped by cruise ship even though Meta CEO’s vessel was closerZuckerberg faces questions over why superyacht reportedly declined to help stranded boatThe crew of a yacht owned by Mark Zuckerberg did not hear a radio call for a maritime assist from a small skiff that ran out of fuel off the coast of Alaska, and by the time it did, another nearby ship had already rendered assistance, a spokesperson for the Meta CEO said.The Alaska Beacon news outlet reported that the skiff had issued a call for assistance through the US Coast Guard last week and a nearby small cruise ship, the Wilderness Legacy, towed it into nearby Farragut Bay in south-east Alaska and refueled it. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Max Miller to stay on Ohio ballots despite pressure to drop out of race after domestic abuse allegations – live 10. August 2026 (14:40) The House Republican has been disavowed by his own party amid allegations that he has been abusive toward his ex-wife and daughterSign up for the Breaking News US emailTrump will be in Washington today, mostly in private meetings. As of now Todd Blanche’s swearing-in ceremony and an executive order signing at 2.45pm ET are both closed to the press, but we’ll let you know if that changes and bring you the latest lines. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Drought set to be declared in more parts of England ahead of possible 36C heat 10. August 2026 (14:39) North-west could join other parts of country in drought, and amber heat health alerts issued for much of EnglandDrought is expected to be declared in more areas of England as the UK braces for its fifth heatwave of the summer.The National Drought Group, whose members include the government, water companies, the National Farmers’ Union, the Met Office and conservation experts, will meet on Monday to assess the situation across England. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Octopus Energy urges millions of households to use less electricity during solar eclipse 10. August 2026 (14:13) Firm urges customers to avoid running washing machines and dishwashers between 6pm and 8pm on WednesdayWhere in the UK will get the best view of the solar eclipse?Business live – latest updatesGreat Britain’s biggest household energy supplier is calling on its customers to use less electricity this week during the deepest solar eclipse in almost 30 years.Octopus Energy has urged customers to avoid running washing machines and dishwashers between 6pm and 8pm this Wednesday as the moon is expected to block up to 95% of the sun over parts of Britain. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Millions in Great Britain could face emergency power cuts at short notice 10. August 2026 (13:45) Exclusive: Grid operator Neso can now respond with rolling blackouts as last resort without need for government powersBusiness live – latest updatesMillions of households could face power cuts at short notice under new rules to help the electricity system operator avoid widespread blackouts when energy supplies run low.The changes, which come into effect this week, will make it easier for the national electricity system operator to call for rotating blackouts at short notice if power supplies are running short. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Record 230 people cross Channel to UK as smugglers turn to ‘mega-dinghies’ 10. August 2026 (12:55) Crossing in larger vessel highlights changing tactics despite increased enforcement on French coastUK politics live – latest updatesEurope live – latest updatesA dinghy carrying a record 230 people has arrived in the UK after crossing the Channel in the early hours of Monday.It is the clearest indication yet that people smugglers in northern France are adapting their business model and escalating their so-called taxi boat strategy to evade enforcement by UK and French authorities. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Roman shipwreck with 500 amphorae found off coast of Sicily 10. August 2026 (12:44) Discovery of 2,100-year-old vessel hailed as ‘one of the most important underwater archaeological discoveries of recent years’A 2,100-year-old Roman shipwreck carrying about 500 amphorae has been discovered 3 miles off the coast of Mazara del Vallo in Sicily.Italy’s cultural heritage police, the Carabinieri, investigated the wreck with the help of divers and underwater cameras after receiving a tip-off from fishers. The vessel was found at a depth of about 46 metres (151ft) and was carrying hundreds of amphorae – ancient two-handled ceramic jars with a narrow neck – thought to have been used mainly to transport wine. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
