Reading, England, United Kingdom
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Festivalgoers brave heavy rain on wet first day
The Reading Festival has begun and continues until Sunday, before tens of thousands leave on Monday.
August 27, 2026CrossCountry train services resume after outage
It follows major national rail disruption at the weekend.
August 24, 2026Noise concerns over Reading festival's music extension
Charli XCX, rapper Dave and Chase & Status will headline the festival later this month.
August 18, 2026BBC Inside Science
Researchers have announced synthetic viruses designed by artificial intelligence.
August 13, 2026Your tips on getting a fussy child to eat, and six recipes they'll love
Want to avoid battles over broccoli and squabbles over spinach? We've asked you for your advice on how to cope at mealtimes over the summer holidays.
July 21, 2026Driving test booking rules tightened after thousands of no shows
Learner drivers can only swap their test to the three centres nearest to their original booking.
June 8, 2026Award for scientist who brought space to millions
James O'Donoghue, from the University of Reading, is awarded the 2026 Carl Sagan medal.
May 10, 2026