10-Second Christmas Recycling Test To Save Your Bins
A simple 'scrunch test' for wrapping paper and gift bags can prevent tonnes of UK recycling from going to landfill this Christmas. Learn the easy rule to follow.
A simple 'scrunch test' for wrapping paper and gift bags can prevent tonnes of UK recycling from going to landfill this Christmas. Learn the easy rule to follow.
India's burgeoning battery recycling sector could create 100,000 jobs and a $9bn industry, reducing reliance on imported critical minerals for its clean energy transition. Discover the challenges and opportunities.
A United Airlines flight attendant was arrested for battery after tapping a colleague's shoulder during a dispute. Police bodycam footage reveals the heated exchange and the surprising legal outcome. Read the full story.
Experts confirm modern smartphones prevent battery damage from overnight charging. However, the London Fire Brigade warns of fire risks if devices are charged unsafely. Learn how to charge safely.
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in New Delhi for a state visit aimed at bolstering defence and economic cooperation with India, amid Western pressure over Ukraine. Read the full analysis.
Vladimir Putin's visit to India for talks with Narendra Modi signals a crucial realignment. Explore the high-stakes diplomacy, defence deals, and the shadow of US-China tensions shaping this pivotal meeting.
Despite a UK ban on disposable vapes, incorrect disposal is sparking over 300 fires a year at waste facilities, endangering workers and services. Experts urge proper recycling.
Discover how to create a layered, warm, and welcoming festive home on a budget. Shop window-dressers reveal 11 secrets for stunning Christmas decor using what you already have.
Tragic death of popular landlady Ann Michelle Male after cordless vacuum battery explosion at Fighting Cocks Inn. Coroner warns of lithium-ion battery dangers.
Romania's deposit return scheme has transformed recycling rates from Europe's worst to 94% collection. Discover how this environmental success story is inspiring neighbouring countries.
University of York archaeologists discover Neolithic communities kept waste close to home, suggesting recycling and emotional attachment. Could ancient habits solve modern waste crises?
New report reveals UK could create 5,400 jobs and £900m economic value annually by ending plastic waste exports by 2030. Campaigners urge closing export loophole.
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.
Over 650 UK jobs are in jeopardy after scrap metal firm Unimetals filed for compulsory liquidation. The company failed to find a buyer after struggling with market pressures.
Unimetals Recycling, one of the UK's largest metal recycling firms, has filed for compulsory liquidation, putting 650 jobs in jeopardy. Discover the full story and implications for the UK's steel supply chain.
A teenage girl has died and four others are fighting for life after a devastating house fire in Lawnton, Queensland. A lithium battery from an e-scooter or e-bike is being investigated as the potential cause. Read the full story.
An electrical engineer explains why constantly draining your laptop battery is more damaging than leaving it plugged in. Discover the truth about battery management ICs.
A motor expert reveals how a £5 product can protect your car battery from winter breakdowns, saving you hundreds in repair costs. Learn the simple steps today.
Two British doctors detained in northern India after crossing border from Nepal without valid visas. UK Foreign Office providing support amid heightened security concerns.
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.
Waitrose becomes the first UK supermarket to use invisible recycling tags on its milk bottles to track plastic packaging. Discover how this innovation aims to boost recycling rates.
Jake Stevens from Portsmouth rescues discarded valuables from bins, earning £600 monthly. He finds designer handbags, jewellery, and food, highlighting UK retail waste.
A series of brutal leopard attacks in Rajasthan leaves one dead and several injured, raising critical questions about human-wildlife conflict management in rural India.
Tragedy strikes in India's Telangana state as a packed bus collides with a concrete mixer truck, leaving 21 dead and multiple injured in one of the region's worst road accidents this year.
Shocking road accidents in Telangana and Rajasthan claim 24 lives as India faces growing concerns over transportation safety and infrastructure.
Westminster neighbours hit with massive fines after council wrongly accuses them of fly-tipping. The shocking case that exposes recycling system failures.
A four-year-old girl faced a life-threatening emergency after swallowing a button battery from a children's toy, prompting urgent warnings from medical experts about hidden household dangers.
Exclusive: Senior SNP figure Fergus Ewing launches blistering attack on Scotland's botched recycling scheme, blaming Sturgeon and Slater for £300M 'fiasco' that threatens businesses and jobs.
An explosive report reveals how Scottish ministers allegedly misled companies about a botched recycling initiative, with experts warning of catastrophic consequences for businesses and environmental targets.
UK households face hefty penalties for common wheelie bin errors including overfilling, wrong placement and contamination. Learn how to avoid costly fines.