Earlier this week, vast swathes of the country reported being disturbed by a series of sudden, loud noises.

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A number of schools in England are closing due to the extreme heat and health warnings issued over the next few days as children are more at risk of becoming ill with heat-related…

Schools throughout the country are sending children home early to protect them from extreme heat