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Scottish Sun
a day ago
- Climate
- Scottish Sun
Glastonbury revellers don't let rain spoil their fun as they trudge through muddy fields with make-shift umbrellas
IT'S A WASHOUT Glastonbury revellers don't let rain spoil their fun as they trudge through muddy fields with make-shift umbrellas Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) GLASTONBURY revellers braved the rain in ponchos and carried umbrellas as they trudged through muddy fields. Partygoers refused to let the rain dampen their spirits as thousands descended for this year's festival. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 7 Umbrellas were out in force for those at Glastonbury this morning Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 7 Three pals protecting themselves from the rain at Glastonbury Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 7 Others used disposable ponchos or dustbin liners as an alternative Credit: Alamy 7 Revellers at the Glastonbury Festival during a rain shower, at Worthy Farm in Somerset Credit: PA Thousands arrived to set up camp for the first day of Glastonbury yesterday. The festival opened at 10pm yesterday with a theatre and circus act set in the Pyramid Arena. It showcased acrobatic and circus performances, as well as a fireworks display. But there is some good news for revellers later this week. Temperatures are set to soar by the weekend, with highs of 30C. While the festival is best known for its music, revellers can enjoy the range of stalls, set up their tents and explore the grounds in the meantime before the main performances kick off on Friday. The weather on Thursday should improve as the rest of the festival is set to be mostly dry and mild, with temperatures in the low 20s. Met Office forecaster Paul Gundersen said: "Elsewhere through Thursday, rain will move eastwards across the UK, clearing to showers, with some sunny spells breaking through at times." The Met Office website has forecast highs of 22C around 2pm, before dipping into the high teens in the evening. As the music festival kicks off, attendees can soak up the warmer temperatures as it reaches 24C by 4pm on Friday. When opening headliner The 1975 take to the stage at 10pm, temperatures still remain mild at 18C. Gundersen added: "Friday will start dry in the east, with rain moving in from the west, becoming showery later." 7 Two people sharing makeshift cover during rain Credit: PA 7 One reveller used a bucket as a makeshift umbrella Credit: PA
The Irish Sun
a day ago
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
Glastonbury revellers don't let rain spoil their fun as they trudge through muddy fields with make-shift umbrellas
GLASTONBURY revellers braved the rain in ponchos and carried umbrellas as they trudged through muddy fields. Partygoers refused to let the rain dampen their spirits as thousands descended for this year's festival. 7 Umbrellas were out in force for those at Glastonbury this morning Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 7 Three pals protecting themselves from the rain at Glastonbury Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 7 Others used disposable ponchos or dustbin liners as an alternative Credit: Alamy 7 Revellers at the Glastonbury Festival during a rain shower, at Worthy Farm in Somerset Credit: PA Thousands arrived to set up camp for the first day of Glastonbury yesterday. The festival opened at 10pm yesterday with a theatre and circus act set in the Pyramid Arena. It showcased acrobatic and circus performances, as well as a fireworks display. But there is some good news for revellers later this week. by the weekend, with highs of 30C. While the festival is , revellers can enjoy the range of stalls, set up their tents and explore the grounds in the meantime before the main performances kick off on Friday. The weather on Thursday should improve as the is set to be mostly dry and mild, with temperatures in the low 20s. Met Office forecaster Paul Gundersen said: "Elsewhere through Thursday, rain will move eastwards across the UK, clearing to showers, with some sunny spells breaking through at times." Most read in The Sun The Met Office website has As the music festival kicks off, attendees can soak up the warmer temperatures as it reaches 24C by 4pm on Friday. When opening headliner The 1975 take to the stage at 10pm, temperatures still remain mild at 18C. Gundersen added: "Friday will start dry in the east, with rain moving in from the west, becoming showery later." 7 Two people sharing makeshift cover during rain Credit: PA 7 One reveller used a bucket as a makeshift umbrella Credit: PA 7 Attendees arriving for this year's Glastonbury festival yesterday
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Climate
- Scottish Sun
UK weather: Thunderstorms to hit as Glastonbury revellers queue for first day – before Brits to bask in 30C over weekend
The weather is set to improve as the festival goes on STORMING IN UK weather: Thunderstorms to hit as Glastonbury revellers queue for first day – before Brits to bask in 30C over weekend THE Met Office has forecast rain and thunderstorms as festival-goers arrive at Glastonbury today. Warmer weather is forecast as the festival continues. 8 Attendees have begun to arrive for this year's festival Credit: Alamy 8 Last year saw over 200,000 attendees, with a similar number expected this year Credit: Getty 8 The festival's founder Michael Eavis was there as the gates were opened today Credit: PA 8 The Met Office has forecast thunderstorms set to hit later today Credit: Alamy However, temperatures are set to soar by the weekend, with highs of 30C. Wednesday, June 25, is set to be "humid and very warm" in the south of England, with a "threat of heavy, possibly thundery showers" later in the day. It could be a messy start to the festival, with its 1500 acres of farmland turning into a mud bath in previous years. While the festival is best known for its music, revellers can enjoy the range of stalls, set up their tents and explore the grounds in the meantime. The weather is due to get worse as the day progresses. Forecaster Paul Gundersen said that thunderstorms with "lightning, hail and heavy rain" may lash the south east of England overnight. On Wednesday at 10pm the festival will open with a theatre and circus act set in the Pyramid Arena, which will showcase acrobatic and circus performances, as well as a fireworks display. Moving into Thursday, the weather should improve as the rest of the festival is set to be mostly dry and mild, with temperatures in the low 20s. Gundersen said: "Elsewhere through Thursday, rain will move eastwards across the UK, clearing to showers, with some sunny spells breaking through at times." The Met Office website has forecast highs of 22C around 2pm, before dipping into the high teens in the evening. A heatwave in the UK is met when a location records a period of at least three consecutive days, with temperature values meeting or exceeding the heatwave temperature thresholds. Rock legend 'gives away' he's Glastonbury's mystery performer as he flies into UK days before festival Across the north and west of the UK this is 25C, and across Greater London and the Home Counties, 28C. Gundersen added: "Friday will start dry in the east, with rain moving in from the west, becoming showery later." As the music festival kicks off, attendees can soak up the warmer temperatures as it reaches 24C by 4pm on Friday. When opening headliner The 1975 take to the stage at 10pm, temperatures still remain mild at 18C. Many parts of the country, including the Somerset-based Glastonbury, will stay dry on Saturday as the patch of rain moves south east and eases. It gives revellers a chance to enjoy acts like Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts, Charli XCX, and Doechii without having to worry about the weather. Sunday is due to see "variable cloud and showers" in the north, with "patchy rain and drizzle" in the west, but otherwise it should stay dry with sunny spells. Rod Stewart is bringing the sun to his legends' spot performance at 3.45pm on Sunday - with the Met Office anticipating highs of 25C. The singer previously said he would be joined by his former Faces band member Ronnie Wood, among other guests. With the festival coming to a close, the weather is set to stay dry and warm while making the journey home on Monday. Parts of the south are set for another glorious weekend with temperatures set to hit 30C - hotter than Rio de Janeiro. It comes after last weekend saw Brits enjoying the heat, as parts of the UK reached 33C on saturday - the hottest day so far this year. Other performers include Irish singer CMAT, Prada singer Raye, US musician Brandi Carlile, Nile Rodgers and Chic, hip-hop star Loyle Carner, US pop star Gracie Abrams, indie outfit Wet Leg, Mercury Prize-winning jazz quintet Ezra Collective, US rapper Denzel Curry, and rising star Lola Young. 8 Festival-goers from all across the country have travelled to Somerset for the festival Credit: SWNS 8 Revellers arrive laden with camping gear to set up for the weekend Credit: Alamy 8 The rest of the festival is set to remain dry with some sunny spells Credit: Alamy
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
UK weather: Thunderstorms to hit as Glastonbury revellers queue for first day – before Brits to bask in 30C over weekend
THE Met Office has forecast rain and thunderstorms as festival-goers arrive at Glastonbury today. Warmer weather is forecast as the festival continues. Advertisement 8 Attendees have begun to arrive for this year's festival Credit: Alamy 8 Last year saw over 200,000 attendees, with a similar number expected this year Credit: Getty 8 The festival's founder Michael Eavis was there as the gates were opened today Credit: PA 8 The Met Office has forecast thunderstorms set to hit later today Credit: Alamy However, Wednesday, June 25, is set to be "humid and very warm" in the south of England, with a "threat of heavy, possibly thundery showers" later in the day. It could be a messy start to the festival, with its 1500 acres of farmland turning into a mud bath in previous years. While the festival is Advertisement Read more News The weather is due to get worse as the day progresses. Forecaster Paul Gundersen said that thunderstorms with "lightning, hail and heavy rain" may lash the south east of England overnight. On Wednesday at 10pm the festival will open with a theatre and circus act set in the Pyramid Arena, which will showcase acrobatic and circus performances, as well as a fireworks display. Moving into Thursday, the weather should improve as the Advertisement Most read in The Sun Exclusive Gundersen said: "Elsewhere through Thursday, rain will move eastwards across the UK, clearing to showers, with some sunny spells breaking through at times." The Met Office website has A heatwave in the UK is met when a location records a period of at least three consecutive days, with temperature values meeting or exceeding the heatwave temperature thresholds. Rock legend 'gives away' he's Glastonbury's mystery performer as he flies into UK days before festival Across the north and west of the UK this is 25C, and across Greater London and the Home Counties, 28C. Advertisement Gundersen added: "Friday will start dry in the east, with rain moving in from the west, becoming showery later." As the music festival kicks off, attendees can soak up the warmer temperatures as it reaches 24C by 4pm on Friday. When opening headliner The 1975 take to the stage at 10pm, temperatures still remain mild at 18C. Many parts of the country, including the Somerset-based Glastonbury, will stay dry on Saturday as the patch of rain moves south east and eases. Advertisement It gives revellers a chance to enjoy acts like Sunday is due to see "variable cloud and showers" in the north, with "patchy rain and drizzle" in the west, but otherwise it should stay dry with sunny spells. Rod Stewart is bringing the sun to his legends' spot performance at 3.45pm on Sunday - with the Met Office anticipating highs of 25C. The singer previously said he would be joined by his former Faces band member Ronnie Wood, among other guests. Advertisement With the festival coming to a close, the weather is set to stay dry and warm while making the journey home on Monday. Parts of the south are set for another glorious weekend with temperatures set to hit 30C - hotter than Rio de Janeiro. It comes after last weekend saw Brits enjoying the heat, as parts of the UK reached 33C on saturday - the Other performers include Irish singer CMAT, Prada singer Raye, US musician Brandi Carlile, Nile Rodgers and Chic, hip-hop star Loyle Carner, US pop star Gracie Abrams, indie outfit Wet Leg, Mercury Prize-winning jazz quintet Ezra Collective, US rapper Denzel Curry, and rising star Lola Young. Advertisement 8 Festival-goers from all across the country have travelled to Somerset for the festival Credit: SWNS 8 Revellers arrive laden with camping gear to set up for the weekend Credit: Alamy 8 The rest of the festival is set to remain dry with some sunny spells Credit: Alamy 8 This year's line up includes Olivia Rodrigo, The 1975 and Neil Young as headliners Credit: Getty Advertisement
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Hexagon Purus ASA: Proposed change of board chair, notice of extraordinary general meeting
To establish a better distribution of the workload in the board of Hexagon Purus ASA ("Purus" or the 'Company'), Mr. Espen Gundersen has requested to step down as chair of the Purus board. Mr. Gundersen intends to continue to serve as a board member and chair of the audit committee of the Company. The nomination committee has considered the request and proposes that current board member Jon Erik Engeset takes over the role as board chair. The recommendation letter can be found on the company's webpage. Mr. Engeset has served on the Purus board since the Company listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange in 2020 and held the role as chair from 2020 to 2023. The board has called for an extraordinary general meeting to be held on 2 July 2025 to consider the proposed change of chair, and the notice document is attached to this announcement. For more information: Mathias Meidell, IR Director, Hexagon Purus ASATelephone: +47 909 82 242 | About Hexagon Purus ASA Hexagon Purus enables zero emission mobility for a cleaner energy future. The company is a world leading provider of hydrogen Type 4 high-pressure cylinders and systems, battery systems and vehicle integration solutions for fuel cell electric and battery electric vehicles. Hexagon Purus' products are used in a variety of applications including light, medium and heavy-duty vehicles, buses, ground storage, distribution, refueling, maritime, rail and aerospace. Learn more at and follow @HexagonPurus on Twitter and LinkedIn. This information is disclosed pursuant to Oslo Rule Book II Attachment HPUR EGM Notice 2025
