Tom Youngs made 246 league appearances in his career and scored 51 goals Northampton Town and Bury forward Tom Youngs has died at the age of 45 Youngs started his career with the U's after joining the club aged 10 and made 180 appearances between 1997 and 2003 He won promotion to the third tier with Cambridge in 1998-99 After 30 appearances in an injury-hit three seasons with Northampton Youngs had a short spell at Leyton Orient before joining Bury in June 2005 He played 49 league games for the Shakers and scored seven goals in two seasons before a hip injury ended his playing career with non-league Mildenhall Town in 2011 Youngs was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2014 after moving back to Bury St Edmunds to work as an accountant Having studied sports journalism at Staffordshire University What Dreams are (Not Quite) Made of: No Fame In their obituary, Cambridge wrote, external: "Tom will be remembered as a gifted player who intelligent positioning and poise in front of goal graced the Abbey Stadium between 1997 and 2003." 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Love Is In Control (Finger On The Trigger) \"1982 The incident occurred between 8.09pm and 8.20pm on Friday 2 May when two individuals were seen entering the service yard and gaining access to a stationary vehicle custom-made model boat valued at approximately £1,500 The model had been specially created to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day (Victory in Europe Day) and was based on the historic vessel “Sovereign of the Sea.” Although the boat has since been recovered GMP is seeking to identify the offenders responsible Officers have released images of two people they believe may hold information vital to their enquiries A GMP spokesperson said: “While the boat has thankfully been returned this item holds significant commemorative value and we are keen to bring those responsible to justice We urge anyone who was in the area at the time or who may recognise the individuals in the images to get in touch.” Anyone with information is asked to call 101 or email 18651@gmp.police.uk quoting log number 1626 of 03/05/2025 information can be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers Want to tell us about something happening in our Borough Let us know by emailing newsdesk@rochvalleyradio.com Love Is In Control (Finger On The Trigger) \"1982 Subscribe to our newsletter and stay updated Roch Valley Radio is a not-for-profit radio station serving Bury and Rochdale including the surrounding areas on DAB Powered by Bury Free Press, Suffolk Free Press, Newmarket Journal & Haverhill Echo Powered by Bury Free Press, Suffolk Free Press, Newmarket Journal and Haverhill Echo Home   Bury St Edmunds   News   Article A missing 14-year-old boy from Great Saxham has been found Kaiden had last been seen at 10.30am on Thursday 1 May He was found safe in Peterborough this afternoon Police have thanked members of the public for their help The latest update in the Sucession-style row between nepo baby brothers Lifestyle | Celebrity Sign up for the best picks from our travel I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice have prompted fevered speculation of Succession-style feuding over recent months So did it all come to a head at family patriarch David Beckham’s hotly anticipated 50th birthday party in London yesterday Daddy Beckham already kicked off the festivities in Florida with a party at Cipriani Downton Miami on March 30 attended by the likes of Lionel Messi and Tom Brady Then he celebrated his half century in on Wednesday with a family black tie bash at his £10 million Cotswold home. Photos shared on Instagram showed David and Victoria Beckham’s nephew Finlay went swimming in his tuxedo Sons Brooklyn, 26 and Romeo 22 — the thought-to-be-feuding brothers — are said to have been in attendance Brooklyn was reportedly on the guest list, but there’s no sign yet that he attended Stories about a break between brothers Brooklyn and Romeo began floating around in early April centred on the news that Romeo began dating London-born DJ Kim Turnbull some time around December 2024 Brooklyn and Kim used to run in the same crowd but TMZ reported that the older brother is worried whether she has the “right intentions” in dating his younger brother Younger brother Cruz Beckham, 20, appears to be playing the peacemaker role. He recently shut down an Instagram commenter who claimed that Brooklyn and Kim had previously been romantically involved Fears Brooklyn Beckham missed dad David’s London birthday bash despite invite Inside the Beckham feud: what's really going on with the Posh and Becks brood Brooklyn Beckham shares Coachella pics hours after snubbing mother Victoria's birthday celebrations Brooklyn and his wife Nicola Peltz-Beckham have been notably absent from various family events that Romeo and Kim have attended They didn’t make it to Victoria’s show at Paris Fashion Week in March — but Romeo took Kim as his date Brooklyn and Nicola also missed Victoria’s 51st birthday party on April 17 which was held on the family’s superyacht in Miami But this was because the couple were at Coachella so maybe it was a diary clash rather than a snub Most of the rumours about a falling out chez Beckham has come from speculation about the family’s online interactions None of the family publicly acknowledged Brooklyn and Nicola’s wedding anniversary on April 9 Brooklyn didn’t publicly wish his mum Victoria a happy birthday The rest of the clan regularly congratulate each other about major milestones on social media Brooklyn did not wish his dad happy 50th birthday on social media shared a family photo and called his father his “role model” As well as a four-year age gap, the Beckham brothers lead different lives. Brooklyn, an aspiring chef, lives with Nicola, who is pursuing an acting career, at their marital home in LA. The couple are joined at the hip and never spend a night apart from each other still lives at home in London with mum and dad — aka Posh and Becks He originally followed his dad into a football career but quit to take after his mum and get into fashion There’s also some historic tension in the family, as Victoria reportedly had a disagreement about her daughter-in-laws wedding dress — custom Valentino — for their 2022 nuptials Nicola did wear Victoria Beckham for her engagement photos Nicola and Brooklyn touched down in London earlier this week, sharing photos of the Union Jack flags hanging over Regent’s Street. They were also pictured kissing at a Soho restaurant. The capital holds a lot of romantic memories for the pair, who first said “I love you” at Claridge’s Signs point to the pair attending Davids 50th birthday lunch but all is quiet on the couple’s social media front Or the eldest sibling looking to distance himself a little from the rest of the famous family Maybe he feels it’s just a bit cringe to be posting his parents online has no qualms about social media mushiness “My biggest accomplishment is and will always be my family,” he captioned a recent post “My wife and best friend of 28 years and my beautiful children Brooklyn Cruz & Harper you are the reason I get out of bed each day thank you for making me smile and thank you for making me a better man,” he added 'I love you all so much and thank you for making today so special for me.. Prince Louis steals the show at VE Day parade as he keeps dad William looking sharp and mimics brother George Prince Louis steals show with sweet antics at VE parade VE Day 2025 fashion: best looks from the day VE Day 2025 fashion: Princess of Wales to Lady Victoria Starmer Ukraine 'launches stunning Kursk offensive' in major blow for Putin ahead of Victory Day celebrations Ukraine 'launches stunning Kursk offensive' in blow for Putin Rihanna shows off baby bump at star-studded Met Gala 2025 as singer's third pregnancy with A$AP Rocky announced Rihanna debuts baby bump on star-studded Met Gala blue carpet Stacey Solomon 'regrets doing reality show with Joe Swash' for tough reason Stacey Solomon 'regrets reality show with Joe Swash' for tough reason While the world keeps dancing to the mirrorless tune is still standing strong—literally and figuratively and very much priced like the top-tier legend it is are we prematurely writing the obituary of DSLRs Recent chatter among photography circles and media outlets claimed that Nikon had silently discontinued its DSLR flagship—the Nikon D6. Given the unstoppable momentum of mirrorless development, this wouldn’t be surprising… except it isn’t true. A quick visit to Nikon USA tells a different story: the D6 is still listed and demanding its full $6,500 USD price tag That’s right—Nikon’s ultimate DSLR is still being sold brand-new in 2025 and Nikon hasn’t issued a single word about discontinuing it That’s a bold stance in a world seemingly bent on rendering DSLRs obsolete This unexpected reversal signals renewed demand or nostalgia-fueled buying among elite photographers who still swear by DSLR reliability So Canon has walked away from DSLR development—but the 1DX Mark III hasn’t faded away The Nikon D6 was officially launched for retail back in 2020 (read the launch article here) The D6 was clearly intended as a DSLR fortress—unshakable in speed the D6 was (and still is) a workhorse built for real-world battlefields And what’s fascinating is that Nikon continues to support and sell the D6 as if the mirrorless war never happened Another surprising twist in this saga? The Nikon D6—this mechanical titan of the DSLR world—costs more than its mirrorless twin, the Nikon Z9. While both cameras are considered flagships in their respective categories, recent developments have made this price gap hard to ignore. As covered in this article likely in anticipation of a Z9 Mark II announcement This means that a brand-new Z9 now sells for well under $5,500 USD—a full $1,000+ less than the D6 This price discrepancy is both fascinating and revealing The Z9 features a stacked full-frame sensor lacks many of the modern innovations mirrorless cameras now deliver as standard So why is the older DSLR still priced like royalty and perhaps Nikon’s intention to maintain a premium positioning for its last DSLR giant For many photojournalists and action shooters the D6 still represents the peak of reliability—a camera built like a tank for situations where failure is not an option the fact remains: the D6 costs more than the Z9 and that alone tells a bigger story about Nikon’s transitional era DSLR holdouts are not just surviving—they’re commanding a premium Here’s where things get even more interesting. Even with Canon’s new mirrorless darling on the market, the 1DX Mark III still carries a higher price than the R1 That’s not just surprising—it’s illuminating Why is a DSLR from 2020 holding or exceeding the value of a 2024 mirrorless flagship packed with next-gen AI Many professionals still swear by DSLR ergonomics and the no-nonsense nature of DSLRs under pressure There’s a raw mechanical dependability that mirrorless That might explain why Nikon isn’t rushing to shut the D6 down—and why it still retails at full price With Canon fully committed to the mirrorless future Instead of being late to the mirrorless game Nikon might actually be the last DSLR defender While the high-end mirrorless market becomes saturated and aggressively competitive Nikon can quietly serve professionals who still demand DSLR systems for existing Nikon DSLR users with F-mount glass and D5/D4 systems the D6 remains a seamless upgrade—one that doesn’t force a lens overhaul or a change in shooting muscle memory And maybe that’s the real story: DSLRs are not dead They’re for those who know what they want—and are willing to pay for it Mirrorless offers undeniable advantages in terms of technology But Nikon’s continued support of the D6 suggests that death has been exaggerated graceful retirement—with the D6 enjoying a particularly fine bottle of wine on the porch but Nikon isn’t surrendering its DSLR legacy just yet Do you think Nikon is right to keep the D6 alive Are DSLRs now collectible tools for elite creators—or should we move on entirely YMCinema is a premier online publication dedicated to the intersection of cinema and cutting-edge technology and breaking news on professional camera systems and the evolving landscape of visual storytelling YMCinema stands at the forefront of cinema-tech journalism There is more to the camera market than Canon and Nikon Pentax hasn’t even made a mirrorless ILC camera yet The end of Pentax has been forecast for the last 15 years or so but I’m happy with my K 1 and lens collection from Pentax but not enough for me to jump ship to another brand and replace my collection of macro lenses Just as some photographers still like rangefinders (Leica and Pixii) some still prefer SLR designs so there will continue to be some market for SLRs Absolutely agree — the camera world is much broader than just Canon and Nikon Pentax is a prime example of a brand that’s committed to the DSLR format Mirrorless systems offer clear advantages in some areas Just like rangefinders have their loyalists DSLRs — and by extension SLR ergonomics — aren’t going extinct anytime soon Subscribe to Y.M.Cinema Magazine to get the latest news and insights on cinematography and filmmaking Source: ghanasoccernet.com « Prev Next » Comments (3) Listen to Article Jordan Ayew celebrating his goal for Leicester Home   Bury St Edmunds   Sport   Article When Bury Town were promoted to Step 3 for the first time back in 2010 Kieran Leabon was the hero with a hat-trick in the crucial clash against Marlow Fast-forward 15 years and today it was Ed Upson's name that will go down in club folklore after he returned the Blues back to that level with a stoppage-time winner in the 1-0 Isthmian League North Division play-off final victory against Brightlingsea Regent at the Getaway Cars Stadium As is often the case in games of such magnitude Neither side was prepared to give the other an inch and consequently it was a relatively comfortable opening 45 minutes for both goalkeepers In the 22nd minute the Brightlingsea defence backed off Bury midfielder Ryan Jolland who drove into the box with intent before sending a low cross that Ethan Mayhew slid in to convert only for Brightlingsea goalkeeper Lewis Greene to make the block which quickly came to a halt when referee Craig Charles deemed that Greene had been fouled Brightlingsea came closest to breaking the deadlock during the first half – and it was their livewire Fletcher Hubbard that was heavily involved The number 10 saw his shot from distance glanced on by team-mate Michael Okafor who saw his effort drift no more than a yard wide of Charlie Beckwith's left-hand post As the half drew towards a close Upson was not too far off target with an audacious effort from just inside the Brightlingsea half that had Greene back-pedalling while moments before the whistle the home side's wing-back Max Maughn was left perplexed after he was booked for simulation after going down under a challenge from Jake Clowsley inside the box The tension remained present after the restart although there was at least a little more attacking action at both ends Bury's leading marksman Cemal Ramadan twice went close with very different efforts In the 62nd minute his intended cross from wide on the left forced a back-pedalling Greene to tip the ball over at the back post while nine minutes later his hooked shot from Mikey Davis' inswinging corner was cleared off the line by Fin Adams That was the start of a busy couple of minutes for the Brightlingsea substitute who in his side's next attack called Beckwith into action with a left-footed shot from 25 yards out Another of the away side's replacements – Teddy Collis – had a good opportunity to end the stalemate with 10 minutes remaining but he volleyed well over the crossbar from around the penalty spot And as clock ticked into stoppage time it appeared that everyone had accepted extra-time as inevitably Maughn collected a poor clearance from Adam Bailey-Dennis drove forward and then squared a pass for the midfielder who bent a left-footed shot into the top corner The nerves then ramped up for the five remaining minutes of time added on but Bury held out and the final whistle was greeted by scenes of wild celebrations as supporters poured on to the pitch with its final destination yet to be determined And with the nuclear sector showing signs of undergoing a renaissance—as countries look to decarbonize energy production and with the tech sector seeking ways to power its electricity-hungry AI systems—the pressure for nuclear-waste disposal is likely to grow But such facilities have to be built from scratch which has dug the underground space needed for a repository a Finnish company set up by two of the country’s nuclear operators in 1995 to find a way of permanently storing spent nuclear fuel Storage of spent fuel involves placing spent fuel rods inside copper canisters which in turn have to be inserted into slots dug into the granite walls of the subterranean repository plastic clay that insulates the containers and acts as a buffer against minor movements in the bedrock were sealed in a special aboveground facility before being transported underground and stored along a 70-meter-long subterranean tunnel to provide an initial proof of concept for Onkalo’s storage process The completion of this dummy run puts Finland in the lead in the race to build the world’s first operational deep geological repository Onkalo’s construction has so far cost €900 million while an estimated €4 billion more is needed to complete the project Breaking ground here followed decades of research to find the best location for the repository and years waiting for permits and approvals There are some who still don’t believe the project will happen and others who hope it won’t Some locals have been hostile to the project unhappy with the prospect of nuclear waste being stored nearby and perplexed at how easily Posiva Oy was able to get permits for the repository Researchers have also expressed concerns about potential corrosion of storage containers “More work is needed to define […] the nature and chemistry of the surface films that develop on copper surfaces in repository conditions,” the paper says While Posiva Oy looks like it may have the first functioning repository Neighbouring Sweden is also preparing to start work on its own repository which is intended to contain up to 12,000 metric tons of Swedish spent nuclear fuel It is expected to extend over 60 kilometers of tunnel once it is finished It is a major work that has been on the drawing table for 40 years and obtained its necessary environmental permits for construction only a few months ago Construction could start within the next decade and would continue until the 2080s with this repository’s underground space gradually extending—provided an appeal made by the Office for Nuclear Waste Review Concerns about the Swedish project are the same as with the Finnish one: danger of corrosion of the copper canisters possibly resulting in the release of radioactive elements into the groundwater Canada is also planning to build a storage facility but the path forward appears relatively free of obstacles—at least there are no apparent legal ones the relevant bodies and citizens have selected a host site within the Township of Ignace part of the indigenous community the Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation Both the town and nation were open to the project seeing it as a source of investments and new jobs The implementing company Andra has been authorized to continue with plans providing it gives greater consideration to the potential impact of climate change on the aboveground structures It has taken Switzerland’s national radioactive-waste-disposal cooperative 14 years to decide where to locate its storage facility It has chosen to build its repository north of Zurich because it is an area particularly rich in very compact opaline clay which is perfect for acting as a long-term container for radioactive materials (Finland’s site is also rich in this material.) Final approval is expected around 2030 and the repository should start to operate by 2060 Italy is considering 51 sites that could potentially be suitable to host a repository for nuclear waste storage These plans were first drawn up in 2015 and then published in December 2023 The government has since decided to reopen the application process to accommodate new applications radioactive waste in the country remains stored in temporary repositories at the sites of decommissioned nuclear power plants and nuclear medicine and industry locations This story originally appeared on WIRED Italia and has been translated from Italian In your inbox: Will Knight's AI Lab explores advances in AI The Trump tariffs are how everything works now Big Story: If Anthropic succeeds a nation of benevolent AI geniuses could be born Scientists claim to have brought back the dire wolf Special Edition: The most dangerous hackers you’ve never heard of It is the essential source of information and ideas that make sense of a world in constant transformation The WIRED conversation illuminates how technology is changing every aspect of our lives—from culture to business The breakthroughs and innovations that we uncover lead to new ways of thinking techHow a battery breakthrough from China’s BYD could be about to bury Elon Musk’s TeslaThe Chinese automaker has overtaken its US rival to become the world’s largest electric vehicle manufacturer, writes Anthony Cuthbertson A new charging technology could now prove catastrophic for Elon Musk’s car company the Tesla boss had been tickled by a question suggesting that the Chinese automaker BYD was a rival “Why are you laughing?” the interviewer asked to which Musk replied: “Have you seen their car I don’t think they have a great product.” Tesla had just gone public with a multibillion-dollar valuation which would go on to become the world’s best-selling electric car BYD was struggling with declining sales in China and making headlines abroad for ripping off the designs of other cars But one advantage BYD did have was its experience in battery development the Shenzhen-based company turned its focus to cars in 2003 – the same year Tesla was founded – with the intention of transforming the auto industry with battery-powered cars that could compete with fuel-powered vehicles This month, BYD achieved what some industry experts claim is the “holy grail” for electric vehicles: a battery that can fully charge in the same time it takes to fill up a petrol tank The Super E-Platform offers a range of up to 400 kilometres (249 miles) from just five minutes of charging thanks to 1,000 kilowatt charge speeds Most Tesla Supercharger stations have an output of 250kW or less “The new charging performance blows the competition out the water,” Ryan Fisher head of charging infrastructure research at BloombergNEF (BNEF) “It’s three to four times the charging power Tesla's can consume and the vehicles will be similarly priced in China as the Model Y.” BYD said mass production of the new technology would “completely solve users’ range anxiety when travelling” with plans to introduce the “flash-charge” battery in its Han L and Tang L models in China as early as next month The news comes during a period of unprecedented decline for Tesla The company’s valuation has dropped by more than half since December and it is about to record its ninth consecutive week of falling share prices BYD has played a considerable part in this downfall having overtaken Tesla last year as the world’s leading electric vehicle manufacturer – a position Musk’s company held since 2019 BYD’s massive market share in China has also infringed on Tesla’s with the US company seeing its Chinese shipments fall by 49 per cent year-on-year in February despite demand for electric vehicles sky rocketing both as a result of increased competition and the actions of its CEO There have been protests at Tesla showrooms and charging stations across the UK, Europe and US, as well as acts of arson and vandalism taking direct aim at Musk Previously-loyal customers have buckled to calls for a boycott and switched to other automakers Figures from market researcher Dataforce show that Tesla registrations dropped 44 per cent in February following a decline of 45 per cent in January as there are in most of the world – if you’ve been on a London bus in the last decade there’s a chance that it was built by BYD – but the company is yet to repeat the success it has reached in its domestic market when it comes to cars BYD may also face similar issues to other Chinese tech giants like Huawei and ZTE when breaking into foreign markets with more than a dozen countries around the world restricting or banning their products over national security concerns But if such fears arise surrounding internet-connected electric cars then Tesla may find itself caught up alongside BYD due to Musk’s control of the company BYD is yet to announce when its new ultra-fast changing system will be available outside of China though industry experts say that their arrival could happen quickly “In the UK Tesla has been building its supercharger network for years But BYD's new chargers will incorporate battery storage which means they will require less grid connection to achieve such high power charging,” said BNEF’s charging infrastructure researcher Fisher “This could also enable the infrastructure to be rolled-out quicker if they do bring the car to the UK." BYD is already seeing a surge in sales in Europe – new car registrations were up by nearly 700 per cent in the UK last year – which could see the company take advantage of its industry-leading batteries with a push into markets previously led by Tesla Elon Musk’s company is now not only losing the brand battle And the scale of the battery breakthrough means BYD is not just taking on Tesla but the decades-long dominance of combustion engine vehicles This actually fits with Musk’s original aim for Tesla which he said in 2013 was to “accelerate the advent of sustainable transport” More aboutTeslaElon MuskJoin our commenting forumJoin thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker The company’s plan would target areas at higher risk of wildfires, with about 130 circuit miles of underground distribution lines being placed in high-fire-risk areas. “SCE’s initial rebuilding plan will underground electrical distribution infrastructure where practical and make the most of breakthrough technologies to reduce wildfire risk,” said Pedro Pizarro, CEO of Edison International, SCE’s parent company. The project is expected to cost at least $860 million and could take years to complete, but officials said the plan would reduce the risk of wildfires in the area as well as the need for emergency power shutdowns during extreme weather events. “SCE will build back a resilient, reliable grid for our customers,” said Southern California Edison CEO Steven Powell. California Southern California Edison changed how crews ground idle transmission towers just days after the Eaton fire the underground lines would account for about half of the city’s distribution lines “It’s pretty significant,” Pizarro said in an interview Edison’s plan comes after Gov. Gavin Newsom in March suspended key environmental laws for utility companies to rebuild infrastructure that was damaged and destroyed during the fires The order eliminated the need for companies to comply with the California Environmental Quality Act and the California Coastal Act and it encouraged utilities to build underground equipment where possible Pizarro said the order helped Southern California Edison develop the plan for the underground lines speeding the pathway to get the work underway “Those are areas that have been pretty significantly destroyed and our hearts are broken for them,” he said Edison’s preliminary draft calls for a total of 153 circuit miles to be installed underground In Altadena, about 40 circuit miles of power line would be replaced underground in neighborhoods that have been determined to be high-fire-risk areas. Another 23 circuit miles would be installed in neighboring areas. In Malibu, 90 circuit miles would be constructed in the city. Edison also is reviewing adding another 19 miles to the project in Altadena. In all, the project is expected to cost somewhere between $860 million and $925 million. Some of the areas could be completed within months, but others could take years. Pizarro said much of it depends on the community’s rebuilding plans, the needs that arise as reconstruction projects get underway, and the permitting process. “We’re working closely with state and county leaders and the communities of Altadena and Malibu to rebuild wildfire-impacted area stronger than ever,” Pizarro said. The plan is a significant project to Edison, which was already requesting approval for projects to place about 600 miles of lines underground by 2028. Currently, the company has about 17,000 miles of distribution circuits in high fire risk areas, and about 7,000 miles of those are underground. The plan was drafted after more than 50 meetings with community members, and will include upgrades to the grid design in anticipation of increasing demand. “There’s a lot of interest in the community to do underground lines,” Pizarro said. Lines that are not placed underground will be hardened and covered with insulation. Climate & Environment Cal Fire added at least 2.8 million Californians to fire hazard zones. Here’s how to check which zone you’re in and what that means. Although the cost of the plan could near a billion dollars, officials said SCE was looking to work with local, state and federal officials to find ways to fund the project so that it doesn’t translate to increased rates. “This is a lot of cost to the customer, so we’re looking at either federal, state or philanthropic options to lower the cost,” Pizarro said. The company also is looking for ways to fund other direct costs for customers, he said. For example, connecting homes to the grid can cost the individual customer $8,000 to $10,000, he said. “We really want to find a way to avoid that being a cost that these communities have to pick up,” he said. Some of those costs might be diverted through grants and other projects with state or local officials, he said. The current plan would only include distribution lines, which are the electrical wires that carry electricity from the grid into homes and businesses. Transmission lines, which carry a larger amount of electricity through regions, are not included in the plan. Although speculation about what sparked the Eaton fire has centered on the area near three transmission towers in Eaton Canyon, Pizarro said the risk of electrical equipment sparking a wildfire is higher with distribution equipment. The company has explored the possibility of placing transmission lines underground but said doing so is less feasible because of factors such as the amount of electricity of the lines; rougher, steeper terrain; and higher costs. Salvador Hernandez is a reporter on the Fast Break Desk, the Los Angeles Times’ breaking news team. Before joining the newsroom in 2022, he was a senior reporter for BuzzFeed News, where he covered criminal justice issues, the growing militia movement and breaking news. He also covered crime as a reporter at the Orange County Register. He is a Los Angeles native. World & Nation Subscribe for unlimited accessSite Map For best viewing experience of this website Please enter a place name in the search bar After provisionally the warmest May Day on record in the UK higher than average temperatures will subside over the weekend Environment Agency Updated: 08:16 (UTC+1) on Tue 6 May 2025 Fine and settled under the influence of high pressure Chilly but bright to start with plenty of sunny spells through the morning Turning cloudier from the east during the afternoon Rather cloudy into the evening but dry for most but not feeling as chilly as recent nights with most places remaining frost free Another widely dry and settled day with a few sunny spells breaking through largely cloudy skies and feeling warm with temperatures slightly above the early-May average The remainder of the week will see high pressure dominating It will stay dry with plenty of sunny spells Breezy at times but temperatures will be on the rise Dry across the vast majority of the UK with clear or sunny spells but also some patchy cloud Cloud will likely thicken across the far north and northwest during the weekend with some outbreaks of rain for a time There is also a small risk of some heavy showers in the far south or southwest high pressure will be dominant across the UK This will bring predominantly fine and dry weather for the majority of places Temperatures are likely to be slightly above normal for the time of year although there is a chance of some cold nights Fairly typical weather for the time of year is most likely through this period fine and dry weather is more likely to dominate although this will be interspersed with occasional spells of rain and showers with a risk of heavy rain and thunderstorms in places temperatures will most likely be near to or slightly above average