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Second rider killed in Manx Grand Prix qualifying
The 37-year-old dies in a crash at Doran's Bend during Wednesday afternoon's session.
August 19, 2026Isle of Man 'very well placed' for solar eclipse
The island is particularly well placed to see the celestial spectacle, sitting just outside the path of totality.
August 11, 2026VAT cut to be applied to Manx electricity bills
The 0% rate from October will apply to domestic customers and eligible firms on the Isle of Man.
July 23, 2026Nature reserve declared to coincide with King's visit
A stretch of sand dunes will receive the highest statutory protections as a national nature reserve.
July 16, 2026New research into basking sharks around island
The Manx Shark Foundation hopes to learn more about basking sharks often spotted around the island.
July 11, 2026Alarm after herring gulls found covered in oil
Thirteen birds were found covered in a sticky substance "smelling like fish oil", with many more seen.
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Second rider killed in Manx Grand Prix qualifying
Sam Naughton was competing in the Manx Grand Prix for the second time A second competitor has died during qualifying for the Manx Grand Prix on the Isle of Man. Sam Naughton, from Castletown on the
Isle of Man 'very well placed' for solar eclipse
There will be 93% coverage when the moon moves across the sun on Wednesday People on the Isle of Man are set to enjoy one of the best vantage points in the British Isles to witness Wednesday's solar
VAT cut to be applied to Manx electricity bills
The VAT reduction will come into force from 1 October until the end of March 2027 A reduction in VAT from 5% to 0% will be applied to domestic electricity bills on the Isle of Man from October, the g
Nature reserve declared to coincide with King's visit
Ringed Plovers lay their eggs directly on the ground A stretch of sand dunes on the Isle of Man's northern coast has been given the highest level of legal protection to coincide with the King's first
New research into basking sharks around island
Basking shark sightings have increased in recent years Researchers are hoping to build a clearer picture of how endangered basking sharks use and behave in Manx waters, as sightings of the species ha
Alarm after herring gulls found covered in oil
The birds were found covered in the oil in the food park area of Peel A series of herring gulls have been found doused in oil in the west of the Isle of Man, prompting concerns from conservationists.