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A high-ranking Thai abbot unexpectedly left the monkhood and travelled to Laos after allegedly being blackmailed by a woman with whom he reportedly had a romantic relationship. Prathep Wachira Patimoke, also known as Arch, the abbot of Tri Thotsathep Temple in Bangkok, submitted his request to leave the monkhood at Chan Samakkhi Temple in the northeastern …
16 hours agoBlogsComments Off on UK weather: Temperatures could hit 36C today, Met Office says – but Brits also bracing for thunderstorms & heavy rain
THE mercury is set to rise to 36C today, but Brits have been warned to brace for thunderstorms ahead.
It’s forecast to be another scorcher, following highs of more than 33C in parts of England yesterday.
BNPSBournemouth beach was stowed out yesterday[/caption]
Vagner VidalMore glam sun worshipers at Bournemouth, in Dorset, as temperatures surpassed 30C[/caption]
PASpectators sheltering from the sun at the Wimbledon Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, yesterday[/caption]
MET OfficeTemperatures could reach 36C in parts of south east England today[/caption]
Monday saw the hottest start to Wimbledon on record, with 32.9C recorded at nearby Kew Gardens, while 33.1C was recorded at Heathrow.
Temperatures across much of the region are expected to reach into the 30s again today.
In the south east, figures could climb as high as a sweltering 36C, according to the Met Office.
However, the rest of the UK is predicted more changeable conditions.
Alex Burkill, meteorologist at the Met Office, said there would be a “three-way split” across the UK on Tuesday, with high temperatures and “lots of sunshine on offer” in south, central and eastern England.
“There will be a bit of cloud here and there – you can’t even rule out one or two showers developing – but actually, across parts of the far South East, barely a cloud in the sky,” he said.
“With all that sunshine, with all the hot weather that we’ve had recently, the heat’s going to continue to build (and) temperatures are going to rise a little bit higher.
“Towards the South East many places high 20s (or) low 30s, but there’s potential that we could be looking at around 34, 35, maybe even 36C tomorrow.”
But scattered showers coming from the south west are due to hit parts of Wales and northern England later today, Mr Burkill added.
Elsewhere, in north-west Scotland and Northern Ireland, conditions are set to remain dry.
And, a channel of slightly cooler air is expected to move in from the continent over Tuesday night into Wednesday.
This should see sweltering nights start to feel “a bit more comfortable” in many places, the forecaster said.
A “chance of heavy showers and thunderstorms” will also cut through the heat in the southeast on Wednesday morning.
Heavy showers are also expected in the northeast, although downpours are due to ease up into the afternoon.
Later in the week, more rain is forecast in the northwest, which will lead into a “widely unsettled” weekend for all.
But temperatures are set to remain close to average for the time of year.
This comes after the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) extended amber heat health alerts for much of the country into Wednesday morning.
The UKHSA warnings for Yorkshire and the Humber, the East Midlands, the West Midlands, the East of England, London, the South East and the South West are now in place until 9am on Wednesday.
A yellow heat health alert has also been extended to the same time for the North West.
Since 1960, UK temperatures in June have surpassed 34C in only three years, with the hottest being 35.6C, recorded on June 28 1976.
A heatwave in the UK is met when a location records a period of at least three consecutive days, with temperature values meeting or exceeding the heatwave temperature thresholds.
Across the north and west of the UK this is 25C, and across Greater London and the Home Counties, 28C.
Charlwood, in Surrey, recorded the hottest temperature of the year so far at 33.2C on June 21.
Wimbledon fans were spotted yesterday shielding themselves from the sun as they queued up for tickets on the opening day of the hotly-anticipated tennis Championships.
It was the hottest opening day ever, with temperatures surpassing the previous record of 29.3C set in 2001.
LNPBrighton beach, in East Sussex, was packed yesterday[/caption]
AlamyA struggling tennis fan queuing in the scorching weather in Wimbledon Park[/caption]
PAPeople played golf on dry and scorched fairways at Thorpe Wood golf course in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire[/caption]
The hottest day the tournament has seen was in 2015 when temperatures reached 35.7C.
And the rest of Britain grew warmer than holiday hotspots likeIbiza, where highs of 29C were forecast yesterday.
However, Brits have been warned heat could cause issues for commuters, with Network Rail, Southern, Thameslink and Gatwick Express advising passengers to check before they travel today.
Sections of the Brighton Main Line in particular could see delays due to speed restrictions being in place.
This is due to the on track temperatures likely to hit 50C.
A spokesperson for Network Rail and the train operators said: “With temperatures set to soar as forecast by the Met Office, speed restrictions have to be imposed across large parts of the network to ensure everyone’s safety.
“We’re sorry but this means we won’t be able to run as many trains as normal and journeys will take longer.
“Trains that are running will also be much busier. If you are able to work from home then that may be your best option.
“If you do take the train, then please remember to take a bottle of water and if you begin to feel unwell, seek help at the next station and speak to station staff.
“Pulling emergency alarms onboard may delay us getting help to you.”
And, London Fire Brigade assistant commissioner Thomas Goodall added: “London is already facing its second heatwave of the year and we know that people will be looking forward to getting outside to enjoy the wonderful weather.
“But the high temperatures and low rainfall in recent months means the current risk of wildfires is severe.
“So far this year, firefighters have responded to around 14 wildfires in the capital.
“There have also been countless callouts to smaller fires involving grass, trees and in other outdoor spaces, as well as in people’s gardens.
“During this latest heatwave, it is important everyone acts responsibly to prevent fires from occurring.
“As the weather has been so dry, it only takes a few sparks to lead to a fire spreading rapidly.
“In London, this is can be dangerous because so many of our green spaces lie close to homes and other properties.”
Five day UK weather forecast
Today
Hot, sunny and humid in the southeast today. Cloudier and fresher elsewhere with showery outbreaks of rain. Heavy showers and thunderstorms possible across parts of Scotland and northern England later in the afternoon.
Tonight
Heavy showers in the north continuing this evening, gradually easing overnight. Elsewhere, largely dry in the west with clear skies. Cloudier in the east with showers possible in the southeast.
Wednesday
A chance of heavy showers and thunderstorms in the southeast in the morning. Heavy showers also possible in the northeast. Showers easing to leave a largely dry and bright afternoon.
Outlook for Thursday to Saturday
Showers in the northwest Thursday and Friday, but dry and settled in the southeast. Becoming more widely unsettled into the weekend. Temperatures close to average for the time of year.
EDDIE MITCHELLAn excited reveller at Brighton[/caption]
GettyCrowds moving around the site on day one of The Championships Wimbledon[/caption]
PAPeople enjoyed the hot weather as they swam at Peterborough Lido in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire yesterday[/caption]
16 hours agoBlogsComments Off on Opportunity Knocks star and singer dies aged 84 after short illness as family pay tribute
A “SUPERWOMAN” singer and TV star has sadly died – as tributes roll in.
Anne Gordon, 84, from Cleethorpes, has died after a short illness.
Anne Gordon was a popular singer and TV starShe achieved success after starring in “Opportunity Knocks” with Hughie Green
She achieved success after starring in “Opportunity Knocks” with Hughie Green.
Anne also starred alongside comedian Les Dawson and singer Vince Hill on TV.
In a tribute to the star, her daughter Joanne said: “She was very family-oriented. They were her world.”
She added: “She also had a very interesting and full life.”
Her other daughter, Liz, said: “She always put us first. She loved us all. She did everything she could to help. She was a superwoman and full of love. She was always called “G.G.” by the family.”
Anne was born at her mother’s pub, the former Marquis of Granby in Binbrook.
Her mother, Irene Trevor would entertain the local RAF airmen with singing and piano-playing, inspiring Anne to start a singing career.
After going to dance school, she went on to perform “If I Were A Bell” from Guys and Dolls on Opportunity Knocks, coming second on the show at age 24.
16 hours agoBlogsComments Off on Woman tries out the viral lip blush trend so you don’t have to… and shows why it isn’t the best idea
IF you’ve been on TikTok in the recent months chances are you’ve seen the viral lip blush trend – but for one woman it went horribly wrong.
Essentially a permanent lipstick in the perfect shade designed for you, lip blushing creates a full blush of colour across the pout.
TIKTOK/@novasterlinggNova, from Texas, decided to try the viral lip blushing trend – but it went horribly wrong[/caption]
Disney - PixarMany thought she looked like Jeff Fungus from Monsters Inc. Scroll down to see the final result[/caption]
As well as serving as the ideal lippy, without having to reapply a conventional lipstick 24/7, lip blushing also adds definition and creates the illusion of more volume.
A type of tattoo that adds colour and pigment, the viral trend can also be used to correct any asymmetry or pigmentation in the lips.
With over 113million posts on TikTok, it’s certainly become one of the biggest trends in the beauty world – but now woman woman has revealed why you should think twice before jumping on bandwagon.
Nova Sterling, from Texas, the US, decided to give the trend a go – however, she may have got more than she had bargained for.
Posting the epic fail on TikTok, Nova said: ”I decided that it was a great idea to go get my lips blushed today.
”No one told how crazy I was gonna look,” the stunner said in the video, before revealing the jaw-dropping aftermath.
Mortified at how mega plump her brand new pout was, Nova told social media users that she had ”work in two days”.
”Two days… Hopefully, they look fire by then because right now, this is not it.”
Despite Nova’s hilarious reaction, swelling is a totally normal reaction after getting lip blushing and usually subsides within a few days.
After you’ve had your lips blushed – a procedure that takes around 40 minutes to an hour – the total recovery process may take up to a month, explained the experts at Lisa Om.
As well as having your lips balloon in size, it’s also normal to expect some tenderness, intensifying of lip colour, a lot of dryness, minor peeling and more.
While it may be tempting to touch your lips and even peel off some of the skin, it’s strongly advised to not give into the urge, experts warned.
The pros recommend avoiding direct sunlight, skipping a dip in the swimming pool, visiting a sauna and even keeping alcohol and salt away from your new pout.
What are the risks of lip fillers?
THE RISKS of dermal fillers depend on whether the procedure was done correctly and the type of filler used.
The NHS recommends you speak to your practitioner about the risks beforehand.
Serious problems are rare but can include:
Infection
A lumpy appearance under the skin, which might need to be treated with surgery or medicine
The filler moving away from the intended treatment area, which may need to be removed using surgery
Scarring
Blocked blood vessels in the face, which can cause tissue death and permanent blindness
You should see your GP if you have any complications that need medical attention and speak to your practitioner if you’re not happy with the results or experience lumpiness.
Since being shared on the platform, where Nova posts under the username @novasterlingg, the video has gone viral, amassing her a whopping 13.3million views.
As over 953k people gave it a like, more than 4,000 viewers flooded to comments in sheer horror.
”That one scene in monsters inc,” joked one person who compared the young woman to the animated characters Fungus.
”Hopefully you work for emirates?” another chuckled.
Someone else advised: ”Do a full face of make up and just act like you wanted to go all out today.”
‘It’s so worth it tho!!! Wear a mask and say you’re sick,” a fourth suggested.
tiktok/@novasterlinggThe epic fail has gone viral on TikTok, winning the beauty buff more than 13million views[/caption]
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“Health and safety of players must take priority over commercial interests, including broadcasters.”
Fifpro want Fifa to double the number of drinks breaks – to two per half – at the next World Cup.
The union also require half-time breaks to be extended to 20 minutes, instead of the maximum 15.
But the latter would need the agreement of the International FA Board.
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Fifpro also want Fifa to postpone afternoon kick-offs to the evenings if temperatures are too high.
They said such a measure should have been taken in the Club World Cup when Bayern Munich faced Benfica last week in Charlotte, North Carolina.
FifPro’s chief medical officer Professor Vincent Gouttebarge said: “Only giving players 15 minutes is not enough at these temperatures — you cannot ingest enough in such a short time.
“If we anticipate the biggest tournament on earth next year and in Mexico as well there are some venues where games played during the afternoon are likely to be very extreme for health and performance of the players.
“We are anticipating that there are going to be more problems for the coming years in the 2030 World Cup in Spain and Portugal, perhaps even worse.”
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