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A dive off the Norfolk coast turned into one of Britain's biggest maritime discoveries when archaeologists revealed the wreck of HMS Gloucester. The warship was a 17th-century Royal Navy vessel that sank in 1682 while carrying James Stuart, Duke of York, the future King James II of England.

London residents can expect a pleasant day today, July 24, 2026, with sunny intervals and comfortable temperatures, reaching a maximum of 28degC and a very low chance of rain, making it suitable for various outdoor activities.This favorable weather pattern is projected to continue, with a warm spell extending through the weekend and into the following week, culminating in warmer conditions by Tuesday, July 29.The day will begin with a gentle warmth, which is expected to gradually increase as the sun becomes more prominent.This weather pattern sets a favorable tone for most outdoor activities throughout the day.

An oak tree in Rutland that was struck by a World War II Lancaster bomber has been shortlisted for this year's UK Tree of the Year award, alongside nine other trees chosen for surviving extraordinary events across centuries of British history. The Woodland Trust, the charity behind the annual competition, built this year's theme around the idea of against the odds, celebrating rare, ancient or at-risk trees that have endured everything from plane crashes to cannonballs.