Highest mountain in Wales and the British Isles south of the Highlands, in Snowdonia
Hikers are converging on Snowdon in peak summer, creating queues at the summit as hot weather drives visitors to Snowdonia. The national park authority says queues are likely in peak times and no new control measures are planned this year, though the issue will be discussed after the visitor season. The Royals have joined the list of high-profile visitors, highlighting growing attention to the site.
Catherine, Princess of Wales, has completed the National Three Peaks Challenge—climbing Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon within 24 hours—to raise funds and awareness for holistic cancer care at the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. She has spoken about life beyond diagnosis and her remission, having been treated for cancer in 2024 and now returning to royal duties.
The Doctor Who screenwriter has spoken about his husband Andrew Smith’s death from glioblastoma in 2018. He says caregiving was hard but he would have done it for 50 more years. Smith and Davies were together 20 years, married in 2012, and Davies is dating Oliver Cole. Davies will publish a memoir about his career this year.
A wave of Chinese automakers is expanding into Europe and the UK, challenging traditional premium brands. Zeekr, BYD and others are pursuing UK launches while major players like Geely, Volvo and Lucid push into premium segments. European and US automakers are restructuring to cope with China’s rising export power and shifting supply chains.
A digest of recent car industry moves: Rivian adds captain’s chairs in updated models; Ford explores new sub-$30k entry crossovers and a cheaper four-door pickup; 2026 cancellations signal potential discounts; rear-camera glitches prompt safety concerns; Mazda explores a new EV-based 6e with long range.