The UK recorded its highest ever May temperature as Kew Gardens reached 34.8C, surpassing a record held since 1944. This milestone marks the warmest day in meteorological spring and indicates that human-induced climate change has made such extreme heat events significantly more likely.

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Martin Lewis warned holidaymakers that traditional bank cards often impose hidden fees of up to 3% on international transactions. Switching to specialist travel cards or paying in local currency can eliminate these extra costs for travelers heading abroad this summer.

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Morrisons plans to close seven loss-making Morrisons Daily convenience stores across Northern England, including four locations in the North East. The move follows a wider strategy to improve network performance after the company acquired the struggling McColl’s chain in 2022.

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A series of features have documented the experience of staying in a remote holiday cabin in North Wales. The reports highlight the growing popularity of isolated rural retreats within the Welsh tourism sector.

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The Met Office has forecast the conclusion of the current heatwave following the warmest May day on record. Cooler conditions are expected to move across the United Kingdom as the high-pressure system currently over the country begins to subside.

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Nestlé has confirmed the discontinuation of its Shreddie Beans product line following five years of production. The food manufacturer issued an apology to customers as the cereal is phased out from UK supermarkets.

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