The UK's emergency alert system was activated in England and Wales just after 7pm this evening (14th August). Phones made a loud siren-like sound with the following message: "There is a very high risk of wildfires nationally. Residents, landowners and visitors should not undertake any activity that could start a fire, including disposable barbecues, firepits, garden incinerators or fireworks. Even a small flame can rapidly develop into a major wildfire placing lives, homes, b
Next year's edition of the Eurovision Song Contest will be held in the Bulgarian coastal resort of Burgas, the EBU and host broadcaster BNT announced yesterday. Favourite Sofia was pipped to the post by what is considered the cultural capital of the Balkans. The newly built Burgas Arena will serve as the main venue for the contest. Opened in 2023, the arena has a maximum capacity of 15,000. Its current main tenants are the BC Chernomorets mens basketball team. New rules for 2
