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 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.
Vibrant images capture the chaotic Els Enfarinats festival in Ibi, Spain, where revelers battle with flour, eggs, and firecrackers in a unique annual tradition. See the stunning gallery.
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.
The Lost Paradise music festival faces a social media storm after announcing a $5 fee per shower, despite tickets costing up to $500. Discover the full story and fan reaction here.
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.
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.
Nicola Sturgeon, Ian Rankin and Val McDermid lead an eclectic line-up at Pitlochry Festival Theatre's Winter Words Festival in February. Tickets on sale 16 December.
Reading and Leeds Festivals announce 2026 headliners including Charli XCX and Dave, but fans express disappointment over the lack of rock and metal acts. More acts to be added.
Reading and Leeds Festival 2026 announces its first six headliners, marking a historic all British and Irish line-up. Dave, Raye, and Charli XCX lead the bill. Get the full details.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Corona Capital music festival celebrated its 15th anniversary in Mexico City with a multi-stage lineup. See the photo gallery from this major international cultural event.
The world produces 62 million tonnes of e-waste yearly, set to hit 82 million by 2030. Discover how to securely recycle your old devices and combat this growing environmental threat.
Soul Circus yoga festival founders Roman and Ella Wroath left customers and traders £218,765 out of pocket as company enters liquidation, with 252 customers awaiting refunds after 2024 cancellation.
A 10-metre high illegal waste dump in Oxfordshire, described as an 'environmental catastrophe', threatens the River Cherwell. The clean-up cost may exceed the council's annual budget. Urgent action demanded.
A 150m-long illegal plastic waste dump created by organised crime is causing an environmental catastrophe in Oxfordshire, threatening the River Cherwell with toxic runoff. Urgent action demanded.