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Three record-breaking heatwaves and a prolonged lack of rainfall have left many parts of England and Wales facing an increasing wildfire risk.Over the next few days, the continued hot and dry weather, coupled with strengthening winds and lower humidity, is expected to accelerate the drying of vegetation, increasing the risk for fires.Stronger winds would also allow any fires that do break out to spread more rapidly and become harder to contain.The risk is expected to ease slightly towards the middle of next week as winds become lighter and the chance of showers increases. However, current forecasts suggest “exceptional” wildfire danger…

Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev will meet in the Wimbledon men’s singles final on Sunday from 16:00 BST.It is a match you can follow live on BBC One, BBC Sounds and the BBC Sport website and app.But can you name every winner since the Open era began in 1968? Good luck!After more quizzes? Go to our dedicated Sports Quizzes page and sign up for notifications to get the latest quizzes sent straight to your device.

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England’s progression to the semi-finals of the World Cup happened too late to make the first editions, which – instead – focused on the ongoing investigation into the murder of Ann Widdecombe.The Mail on Sunday, external reports that all senior politicians for Reform UK, the party for which Widdecombe spoke on justice and immigration, are receiving round the clock protection. The paper says it also understands that, while Widdecombe’s house had security cameras, it’s thought her killer may have gained entry through a door left open because of the hot weather. Writing in the Mail, external another former Conservative minister…

Conor McGregor’s return to the octagon against Max Holloway at UFC 329 lasted just 69 seconds after the Irishman suffered a knee injury.McGregor came out of the gate with a couple of high kicks but missed on both occasions and ended up on the canvas.The 37-year-old got back to his feet but looked unsteady and referee Mike Beltran waved off the contest as he stumbled.It was McGregor’s first appearance in the UFC since he broke his leg in defeat against Dustin Poirier in 2021.Holloway was looking to avenge his defeat to McGregor when they first met in 2013 and takes…

In the same year, the Scottish Norwegian Society (SNS) was also founded in the town and a permanent base – named Norway House (Norges Hus) – was created.Town clerk of the time, James Hutcheon, said he had been told that Dumfries reminded many of them of their own towns and countryside back home.Over time, the soldiers were deployed across Scotland as part of defence forces, including spells at Tain and Callander, but their Dumfries links remained strong with a special farewell party when the war ended.The connections, though, have continued – especially thanks to the number of Scottish-Norwegian marriages, estimated…

Earlier, Luke Riley, who trains with Pimblett at Liverpool’s Next Generation gym, opened the preliminary card in stunning fashion.Making just his third appearance under the UFC banner, Riley, 27, extended his perfect record to 14 victories with a TKO victory over Kai Kamaka III.The UFC has put a lot of faith in Riley – handing him a co-main event slot at UFC London in March – and he continued to deliver.Riley dropped Kamaka with a heavy right late in round one before forcing the referee to step in after unloading with knees and punches.”My past two fights I’ve been very…

As a Man City fan Arpit Gupta, 37, from India has other loyalties and sees Haaland’s performances as a good harbinger for next season.”After his performance in the last two weeks of the World Cup, I am totally excited to see him playing for Manchester City again.”My loyalties are torn as Stones is in the England team, but in any case I think Spain will win the World Cup.”Mancunian Lily Andrews said: “Haaland is amazing and really fast.”When he gets the ball – you’ve got no chance getting it off him – I hope England win but I do want…

Music has covered Harris throughout his career, from early performances at Radio 1 in Ibiza through to seven appearances at Radio 1’s Big Weekend, including Glasgow in 2014 and Coventry in 2022.Jonathan Rothery, head of Popular Music TV, said: “There are few artists who have shaped contemporary dance music quite like Calvin Harris. “We are delighted to bring his landmark homecoming show from Glasgow to audiences right across the UK, giving millions of fans the chance to be part of what promises to be a truly special night.”Tom Mackay, president of Sony Music Vision, said: “Calvin Harris is one of…

Fifa later said there was “no evidence” the ball had touched a wire.Fifa Media posted on X, external: “Before England’s goal in minute 45+2 against Norway, the sensor in the connected ball showed no peak in the ‘heartbeat of the ball’ when in the air, and therefore no evidence that the ball touched the overhead wire and changed the movement of the ball.” Solbakken added: “I cant say anything about that because if there was no sound from the chip, what can I say? “The ball dropped down straight from heaven, says everyone – including the goalie, including the guy…