Hidden health threat of burning plastic waste in homes
A new global study exposes the widespread household burning of plastic for heat and cooking in developing countries, a hidden health and environmental crisis demanding urgent action.
A new global study exposes the widespread household burning of plastic for heat and cooking in developing countries, a hidden health and environmental crisis demanding urgent action.
Liverpool City Council's decision to extend yellow bin collections over Christmas has been hailed by locals, who now want the scheme made permanent. Discover the council's response and the wider call for improved recycling services.
Don't pour away that last bit of beer. Chef Tom Hunt shares his genius recipe for transforming leftover ale into delicious, fluffy cheese and chive rolls. Bake your way to zero waste.
A culinary expert reveals the simple storage mistake causing potatoes to sprout. Learn the correct method to keep spuds fresh for up to six months and cut food waste.
Stop your potatoes sprouting early. A culinary expert reveals the one vegetable to never store with spuds and the correct method for months of freshness.
A major shake-up of household bin collections is coming to England in 2026. Discover the new 'Simpler Recycling' rules, weekly food waste collections, and what the four-stream system means for you.
UK households risk hefty fines for incorrect festive waste disposal. Learn what you can and can't recycle this Christmas to avoid penalties and reduce environmental impact.
Brits will eat 47 million tubs of sweets this Christmas, creating a huge plastic waste problem. Greene King's Tub2Pub scheme offers a recycling solution. Find out how to dispose of yours correctly.
Stop potatoes sprouting and going to waste. Discover a simple freezing method that keeps them tasting fresh for up to three months, saving you time and money.
Seoul's high-tech RFID bins charge residents per gram of waste, slashing food waste by 23.9% in a decade. Discover the system changing kitchen habits globally.
A viral kitchen hack using just a fork and peeler is revolutionising potato prep. Discover the method that left TikTok's Sidney Raz stunned and saves precious time.
Shocking UK yoghurt waste figures revealed. Discover Tom Hunt's delicious, gelatine-free panna cotta recipe that rescues yoghurt from the bin. A simple, sustainable dessert solution.
A new study reveals UK households will bin over 50 million Brussels sprouts this Christmas due to over-buying. Discover the top wasted foods and tips for a more sustainable festive season.
The Environment Agency faces a multi-million pound landfill tax bill to clear illegal dumps, stalling action on sites like the 25,000-tonne mountain in Wigan. Read why communities are suffering.
Customers of 47 Skin's award-winning serum report renewed confidence in photos. The Yorkshire brand, offering 10% off bundles until Dec 19, uses a unique clinically-tested ingredient.
Shocking research reveals 8,000+ illegal waste sites across the UK, avoiding £1.63bn in landfill tax and creating environmental hazards. Discover the full extent of Britain's waste crime epidemic.
University of Aberdeen researchers are converting discarded potato stems into solanesol and Vitamin K2 for anti-ageing cosmetics. Discover how this innovation boosts sustainability and creates new revenue for farmers.
A dermatologist-designed £4.99 anti-ageing serum is revolutionising skincare, with a 50-year-old user reporting it 'completely transformed' her skin, allowing her to stop wasting money on expensive lotions.
Discover how a thrifty mum's zero-waste methods can slash your bills by £1000 and help the planet. Learn to shop smarter and reinvent leftovers today!
University of York archaeologists discover Neolithic communities kept waste close to home, suggesting recycling and emotional attachment. Could ancient habits solve modern waste crises?
An estimated 320 million pounds of food is wasted at Thanksgiving. Discover expert tips for smarter cooking and creative leftovers to reduce your impact.
A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a 150-metre illegal waste dump near the River Cherwell in Kidlington. Read about the Environment Agency's investigation and the urgent call to protect the local environment.
A 39-year-old man has been arrested following the discovery of a 150-metre illegal waste dump near the River Cherwell. Read the latest on the investigation.
Medford residents revolt as city officials plan bi-weekly trash pickups to meet zero-waste goals. The controversial scheme aims to save $1 million annually but faces backlash over rodent fears and overflowing bins.
Skin specialists warn that tweens copying adult anti-ageing routines from TikTok risk lasting damage. Discover safe, age-appropriate skincare tips for young skin.
A 150-metre mountain of waste dumped illegally in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, sparks an ecological disaster warning. The Environment Agency is pursuing criminals to cover clean-up costs. Report waste crime now.
Tesco reveals how to store potatoes for up to six months. Learn the secrets to prevent sprouting and greening, saving money and reducing food waste in your kitchen.
Shocking drone footage reveals a 150-metre long mountain of illegally dumped waste in an Oxfordshire field. Local authorities are investigating. Urgent action is needed to tackle this pollution crisis.
A massive illegal waste dump in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, is leaching pollutants into the River Cherwell, with evidence pointing to potential large-scale corruption in local authority waste management. Urgent action is demanded.
Discover how to store potatoes to prevent sprouting and keep them fresh for up to 12 weeks. This simple freezing method saves time and reduces food waste.