A severe wildfire warning has been issued as prolonged heat, dry conditions and recent fires increase the danger of flames spreading rapidly. The Government is urging people to avoid activities that could start fires, while an Emergency Alert is being sent across England and Wales as ministers introduce further measures to reduce the risk this weekend.

GK Barry has sparked a conversation around “Disney Adults” after questioning why some grown-up fans repeatedly visit Disney theme parks without children. The podcaster and television personality joked that she would rather head to Greece, while poking fun at the idea of waiting in long queues to meet characters, including Mickey Mouse, during their holidays.

Rapper Trillary Banks has spoken publicly in defence of her mother, Patricia Pringle, who is serving a prison sentence after causing a fatal road collision that claimed the lives of an elderly couple. Speaking on the Winners Talking Podcast, Banks addressed criticism directed at her family and challenged the language used by some people when discussing her mother's conviction.

A suspected HMRC scam call took an unexpected turn when the person on the receiving end turned out to be a lawyer who was more than prepared to challenge the caller’s story. Lawyer Kaydene Reanne shared the recording online, capturing the moment a woman claiming to be from HMRC attempted to convince her that she was facing a serious tax-related criminal case. What followed was a hilarious exchange that has left social media users in stitches.

More than 1,500 Arriva bus drivers are preparing to walk out across London as a dispute over sweltering working conditions heats up…quite literally. Drivers working for Arriva North London will begin strike action on Friday (August 14), with 26 days of industrial action planned across August, September and October. Around 42 routes are expected to be affected, with drivers across eight garages taking part.

An African father has urged parents to reconsider how they respond when their children choose tattoos or piercings, arguing that harsh reactions can push young people into hiding decisions from their families. Nana, who shares content online as MindBehindMindShift360, spoke from his own experience of African culture, religion and expectations around appearance.