Bookies’ favourite Oxford battled strong winds today to win the 154th Boat Race.

THE thick plume of smoke seen rising from the flames caused by the explosions at Buncefield fuel terminal has spread across southern England and was heading towards the Channel last night.

Torrential rain caused flooding chaos throughout Britain today with emergency services stretched to the limit.

Tennis fans were left fearing the second wash-out of the first week at Wimbledon today after the start of play was delayed due to heavy rain.