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An easyJet flight, U25521, from Alicante to Manchester was forced to divert to Gatwick Airport due to a mid-air emergency while flying over the southern British coast on Sunday morning. The aircraft landed around 8:30 am, though details regarding the nature of the emergency remain unclear, including whether emergency services were present upon landing. This incident follows another recent diversion involving an easyJet flight due to a medical emergency, underscoring ongoing safety concerns for the...

At least 13 people, including three children, have died and dozens more have been injured following a massive Russian drone and missile strike on Ukraine, which lasted nine hours and targeted civilian areas across the country, including Kyiv. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the attacks as a "large-scale and vile Russian attack," emphasizing the need for a strong international response. Despite the assault, Ukrainian air defense reported successfully downing numerous missiles and drones during the...

This May bank holiday weekend presents a great chance for DIY projects, with most major UK DIY stores open, unlike Easter. B&Q will operate as usual, while Screwfix will have some restricted hours across specific locations. The Range and Wickes will also be open, with Wickes maintaining regular hours of 7am to 8pm on Mondays; customers are encouraged to use store finders for specific opening times and details on delivery services. Full Article

Tears rolling down her face, remnants of gold and red confetti still visible in the background, Arsenal manager Renee Slegers could barely believe what she had just witnessed. Moments earlier, her side lifted the Women's Champions League trophy for the first time in 18 years, having won 1-0 in Lisbon to stun European giants Barcelona. It was an achievement that was barely conceivable nine months ago when Slegers was Arsenal's assistant manager and they had...

South Western Railway (SWR) has become the first train operator to be nationalised under the UK government's Great British Railways initiative, aiming for improved services by 2027. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander emphasized benefits like punctuality, cleaner trains, and better passenger experiences, though no promises were made regarding ticket price reductions. The re-nationalisation marks a shift back to public ownership after 30 years of privatization, with several operators set to follow, ensuring rigorous performance standards are...

Scientists have developed a groundbreaking contact lens that allows wearers to perceive infrared light, enabling them to "see" in the dark, even with their eyes closed. Made from a material similar to regular contacts and embedded with tiny nanoparticles, these lenses detect near-infrared light without the need for batteries. Although they provide a blurry image, they could enhance nighttime visibility and have potential applications in various fields, including healthcare and aiding colorblind individuals, with an...