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London's 'Sponge City' Turns Polluted Water Drinkable

Discover how a groundbreaking urban rewilding scheme in London is using natural filtration to clean polluted stormwater, creating ponds clean enough to drink from and offering a blueprint for cities worldwide.

IndiLiSi & People Tree: Redefining UK Sustainable Fashion

Discover how IndiLiSi and People Tree are revolutionising UK fashion with their commitment to sustainable materials, Fair Trade practices, and timeless, elegant designs. Your definitive guide to building an ethical wardrobe.

Bangkok's 'Little Godzilla' Lizard Boom Reaches Crisis Point

Bangkok faces an urban wildlife crisis as Asian water monitors, dubbed 'Little Godzillas', swarm the city's canals and streets. Authorities struggle to manage the booming population of these formidable reptiles living alongside 11 million residents.

Your Guide to Buying Fewer, Better Things

Discover how The Guardian's new newsletter, The Filter, helps UK consumers break free from fast fashion and mindless consumption. Learn to make smarter, more sustainable purchases that save money and the planet.

The 30-Second Morning Jump TikTok Wellness Hack

Discover the astonishing wellness benefits of the latest TikTok trend: rebounding. Experts explain how a few minutes of gentle jumping each morning can combat inflammation, boost energy, and dramatically improve your lymphatic drainage for ultimate health

NYC Tree Census Shows 5% Growth in Urban Canopy

A groundbreaking city-wide survey uncovers a 5% surge in New York's street tree population, with Queens leading the growth. Discover the changing face of the urban forest and its impact on climate resilience.

Photographing the UK's vanishing garage culture

Photographer Philip Butler captures the poignant beauty and social history of Britain's humble garage blocks, a fading icon of 20th-century urban planning, in a stunning new visual archive.

Solving the Global Housing Crisis: New Approaches

Discover groundbreaking strategies to address the worldwide housing shortage, from modular homes to policy reforms. Learn how cities and nations are adapting to this pressing challenge.

Giant rat found in London shocks pest control experts

A massive rat, described as the size of a small dog, has been discovered in London, leaving pest control professionals shocked. Experts warn of potential health risks and urge residents to stay vigilant.

Creepy backyard discovery shocks Melbourne residents

A Melbourne resident uncovered a spine-chilling mystery in their own backyard, sparking fear and intrigue among locals. The unsettling find has left many questioning what else might be lurking beneath the surface.

Portland's homeless crisis overwhelms streets

Portland's homelessness crisis reaches breaking point with tents and rubbish lining the streets, sparking frustration among residents and businesses as city leaders debate long-term fixes.

Kate Jackson's motorway art exhibition

Former Long Blondes frontwoman Kate Jackson reinvents herself as a motorway artist, capturing the overlooked beauty of Britain's flyovers in a bold new exhibition.

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