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Expedia reveals list of ‘best’ islands to visit this year

The Keter Eden storage bench can hold 265 litres of garden goods

Keter Eden garden storage bench drops to under £100 for Prime Day

Parenting Hack: Keep your kids cool during the heatwave with this unexpected Amazon hack

The ultimate parenting hack for keeping kids cool while they sleep

Compact but powerful - this bargain desktop fan is just what you need to beat the heat

This £9.99 desktop fan can blast you with 2,400rpm of cooling power

For just £11, this personal hand fan is an absolute bargain

Wear it or wave it – this versatile fan is £10.99 in Prime Day sales

With a 12-hour battery life and a quiet bladeless fan, this £8.99 bargain is flying off the shelves

This £8.99 neck fan is flying off shelves before the heatwave hits

Enjoy a cool breeze in any room just by screwing this into a bulb socket

This £11.99 ceiling fan fits in seconds and can cool any room

People enjoying a park on a warm day.

Watch: When heatwave could return as high temperatures forecast

Fill the chamber with ice cubes, turn the fan speed up to the max, and you'll soon feel cool again

This £14 ice-filled fan might be all you need to cool off on a hot day

Wowcher's deal brings this air conditioning unit down to just over £130

This portable air conditioner is incredibly cheap thanks to a 56% deal

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17 of the greatest ice cream shops in the UK - chosen by customers

Four key sun safety tips as the Met Office forecasts temperatures to exceed 30°C in some parts of the UK.

Watch: Four key sun safety tips as temperatures surge in the UK

I’m a chocolate expert and here is how to keep chocolate cool during a heatwave

Expert tips for keeping chocolate cool in a heatwave

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More than a third of adults have started budgeting for Christmas

Amber heat health alerts issued for England.

Watch: Amber heat health alerts issued - how to stay cool

Simba's Hybrid Essential mattress is at a bargain price

This summer mattress trick will save you hundreds and keep you cool

Meaco's new portable Sefte is the product of extensive research all aimed at making the perfect cooling fan

Meaco Sefte 8in portable air circulator is the ultimate cordless fan

This bargain handheld fan has plenty of tricks up its sleeve

This mini personal fan is perfect for heatwaves—and it’s under £14

Perfect for picnics, Shark's Flexbreeze can run for up to 24 hours - and it's weatherproof

Shark’s powerful cordless fan is £50 off ahead of the UK heatwave

Jackery's Explorer 2000 V2 can run for weeks when paired up to a solar panel - as long as the sun shines

You can save £700 off this Jackery solar generator - if you're quick

Met Office forecasts temperature surge and intense thundery showers

Watch: Temperature surge and intense thundery showers forecast

From pocket-sized brollies to golf umbrellas, these are the best deals on Amazon right now

Best brolly bargains on Amazon as rain returns to the UK

Which? gave it an 82% rating – this Outsunny gazebo is a summer lifesaver

This £55 pop-up gazebo is ideal for UK summer BBQs and parties

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Hosting expert Alexandra Dudley teams up with Boursin to celebrate the seasonal rise in entertaining

Food expert Alexandra Dudley shares top tips for hosting spring dinner

A commuter takes an ice bath at a London bus stop

Bemused commuters spot man taking ice bath outside bus stop

Warning to those who are more vulnerable to limit their exposure to direct sunlight.

Vulnerable Brits warned to avoid direct sunlight during hot spell
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The Keter Eden is a very discreet storage solution

Keter Eden storage bench drops below £110 in Amazon garden deal

Temperatures are set to soar this week - reaching highs of 29C

When it's 'too hot to work' and your employee rights in a heatwave

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The food and drink you must avoid during a heatwave

Cast a shade for £14.99 with this bargain canopy

Keep cool in your garden for just £15 with this half price sun shade

People walk in the park.

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Capybara cools off at Chester Zoo

Watch these super-cute Capybaras cool off with a swim

Isolated showers are forecast for parts of the country.

Thundery showers forecast for parts of the UK as cold front moves over

Evaporative coolers are a great way to feel fresh in hot weather

This bargain air cooler beats the heat for just £34.99 with 65% off on Wowcher

The Levoit Core 200S is a perfect size for home offices

This smart air purifier has helped my wife with hayfever this spring

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Ninja ice cream maker: Real UK reviews on the Ninja CREAMi

Temperatures could rise into the high 20s in parts of the UK this week, so a cooling fan is a very wise investment

This clever £12 hand fan is all you need to cool off on a hot day

Met Office weather map for Thursday (May 1) shows high temperatures forecast.

Watch: Met Office map turns red as temperatures to surge in UK

The hot weather can cause damage to your home, but there are steps you can take to protect your property

6 ways the heat can damage your home - and how to avoid it

Camping is enjoyed by more people than ever in the UK

Camping kit list: Tried and tested camping tech for outdoor adventures

Having spent formative years getting his sunburn slapped after music festivals, Benjamin Jackson offers his tips how to stay safe in the hot weather during the UK outdoor gig and festival season 2025.

Keeping safe from the heat during the UK’s many outdoor shows in 2025
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If you're feeling hot and bothered, there are ways to keep cool at home in the hot weather

How to keep your house cool during hot weather

The cooling unit sprays a mist towards you, giving you relief from the heat

This £29 Amazon air cooler is a cheap way to survive the next heatwave

Keep your home cool by closing windows.

Five ways to keep yourself cool as Met Office forecasts highs of 25°C

Evaporative coolers are a cheap way of beating the heat

Half price deal brings this air conditioner down to just £99.99

Wowcher's £27.99 gazebo is ideal for garden parties

This waterproof gazebo is now just £27.99 in a crazy Wowcher deal

Meteor shower.

Rare ‘smiley face’ planetary alignment could be visible overnight

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Watch: Met Office weather outlook for Good Friday and Easter weekend

A new study by mobile network giffgaff found that 70% of respondents admit connectivity issues affect their daily routine

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This is the exact amount of water you should drink each day.

The exact amount of water you should drink as temperatures soar

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