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In Pictures: Sky’s the limit as the Bristol Balloon Fiesta takes off

The Bristol International Balloon Fiesta lifted off in fine fashion after windy weather conditions delayed the first mass launch on Thursday. More than 100 hot air balloons are expected to grace the skies during the four-day spectacle, which is ...

12 Aug 2022 at 13:17

Test flight ahead of Bristol International Balloon Fiesta

Bristol is gearing up to host its annual balloon festival later this month. Thirty balloons were flown from Vassells Park in Fishponds and Cleve Rugby Club in Emerson’s Green on Monday, ahead of the main event from August 11 to 14. More than 1,...

01 Aug 2022 at 15:56

Jeff Koons sculpture expected to raise millions for Ukraine humanitarian effort

An auctioned Jeff Koons sculpture is expected to fetch more than its estimate of £10 million, which will be donated to the humanitarian effort in Ukraine. Ukrainian businessman and philanthropist Victor Pinchuk and his wife Olena have donated ...

07 Jun 2022 at 11:40

Man dies in hot air balloon accident

A man has died in a hot air balloon accident in Worcestershire. Emergency services attended Holt Fleet Road in Ombersley after receiving a call that a hot air balloon had fallen to the ground near the village, according to the BBC. West ...

25 Jun 2023 at 21:57

Tributes paid to hot air balloon pilot killed in crash

Tributes have been paid to a pilot who died when his hot air balloon crashed. Peter Gregory, 25, was killed in the incident on Sunday morning near the village of Ombersley, Worcestershire. Mr Gregory’s family said he was a passionate ...

26 Jun 2023 at 14:29

Three explorers aim to be first to cross Atlantic in a hydrogen balloon

Three pilots will attempt the first hydrogen open basket gas balloon crossing of the Atlantic next month. British explorer Sir David Hempleman-Adams, 66, will be joined by American balloon manufacturer Bert Padelt, 62, and Swiss ...

17 Aug 2023 at 11:09

Local News

Bruckless businesswoman wins Best Dressed Lady prize at the Sligo Races

A group of sea swimmers who swapped their swimwear for occasion wear to enjoy a day at the races made quite an impression. So much so that one of them - Indrid Porperkaite - took home the title of Best Dressed Lady. Ingrid ...

11 Aug 2023 at 16:33

Hot air balloons fill sky above Bristol during annual fiesta

Dozens of hot air balloons have transformed the skyline during the 45th Bristol International Balloon Fiesta. More than 50 balloons took part in a mass ascent at Ashton Court Estate, where the popular event takes place, ...

11 Aug 2023 at 10:32

Events & Listings

Beautiful balloons to float over Midlands skies

The Irish Hot Air Ballooning Championships will take place in Tullamore at the end of September. The Irish Ballooning Association says the skies above Tullamore will be filled with the beautiful sight of dozens of hot ...

15 Aug 2023 at 11:33

Explorer excited to add hydrogen balloon attempt to his Atlantic crossings

A British explorer has spoken of his excitement and apprehension ahead of attempting the first crossing of the Atlantic in a hydrogen balloon. Sir David Hempleman-Adams, 66, will be joined by American balloon ...

27 Aug 2023 at 12:06

Health & Wellbeing

How exactly does the swallowable weight-loss balloon work?

A weight-loss balloon, which patients swallow as a pill, is now being offered to NHS patients – and it only takes a short appointment with a doctor. Designed to make people feel fuller, the device promises ...

23 Jan 2024 at 11:54

National News

ALERT: Recall of balloons sold in Ireland due to cancer risk from chemical presence

A product recall has been issued for balloons sold in Ireland due the presence of a chemical which could present a cancer risk. The recall has been issued by the Competition and Consumer Protection ...

27 Apr 2023 at 21:33

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