On the 50th anniversary of the US death penalty's rebirth, Austin Sarat argues the Supreme Court's 1976 'guided discretion' formula was a fantasy, as arbitrariness and discrimination persist.
Travellers returning to the UK from EU countries risk fines up to £5,000 for bringing meat, dairy, or sandwiches, due to foot and mouth disease restrictions.
Coalition pushes to split environment bill, prioritising fast-track projects over nature protections, ahead of parliamentary debate.
Nationals members vote to abandon net zero target, setting up formal partyroom decision amid Coalition tensions.
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Nepal ends Everest waste deposit scheme after it failed to reduce rubbish; plans non-refundable clean-up fee.
Cambridgeshire County Council leader Lucy Nethsingha says flags attached without permission to lampposts will be taken down, citing safety risks. The move follows similar actions by Oxfordshire, Shropshire, and Blackpool councils amid debate over patrioti
Climate scientists warn solar geoengineering risks 'termination shock' and requires long-term maintenance, urging caution.
Princess Catherine's Italy visit spotlights the Reggio Emilia early childhood model, emphasizing curiosity and community involvement.
Liberal Party drops net zero target, but Sussan Ley says reaching it would still be 'welcome outcome'.
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A new law in Scotland makes using, supplying, or possessing glue traps for mice and rats illegal, with fines up to £40,000 or 12 months in prison. The ban, effective July 1, follows the Wildlife Management and Muirburn (Scotland) Act 2024.
Residents in Seaforth have endured years of rubbish strewn across their courtyard as seagulls, rats, and cats tear into bin bags. Wheelie bins will now be delivered after council assessment.
Gordon Brown urges world leaders at COP30 to step up climate action, warning of catastrophic warming and calling for a coalition to counter climate deniers.
Energy bills are set to rise, but experts say changing everyday habits like leaving appliances on standby, overfilling kettles, and ignoring dripping taps could save households significant money.
Amy Edwards quit the UK to homeschool five of her nine children in a motorhome, travelling across Europe for a freer lifestyle.
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City & Guilds faces legal action over plans to cut 400 UK jobs, with Unite union alleging dishonesty and unlawful withholding of information by owner PeopleCert.
World Bank launches Water Forward to provide clean water to one billion people by 2030, with partners including WaterAid and CIFF.
Sam Neill says he received threats of violence from goldmine supporters after opposing a fast-tracked project near his New Zealand farm.
England will appoint its first maternity commissioner after a major review found childbirth care is 'not good enough' and plagued by racism, with urgent reform needed to prevent avoidable harm.
A CSIRO report finds 10 new dams could have reduced Lismore's 2022 flood levels by up to 2.1 metres, but not prevented levee overtopping. Governments have not committed to the measures.
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From July 1, Australian hospitality venues must label seafood as Australian, imported, or mixed, providing consumers with informed choices and supporting local industry.
Ex-DfE permanent secretary Jonathan Slater says school system fails poorest pupils, recommends pausing Ofsted inspections in test areas.
Neath Port Talbot council proposes year-round dog leads on Aberavon promenade, aiming for Blue Flag status. Consultation open until August 24.
Australian billionaire's plan to ship and burn waste in Fiji faces opposition from villagers and officials over environmental and health concerns.
24 Democratic-led states sue to block Trump's student loan caps for nurses and other graduates, citing worsened shortages.
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UN-backed experts declare famine in Gaza City area, calling it 'entirely man-made' and urging immediate action to prevent soaring deaths.
Pouring fats, oils, grease, and leftover sauces down the sink can cause costly blockages. Severn Trent advises scraping plates, using a strainer, and binning oils to protect pipes.
US appeals court questions Trump administration's shifting reasons for cancelling $20bn green bank programme, probing fraud claims and fund control.
The Trump administration proposes slashing public comment periods for oil and gas leasing on federal lands, reducing financial cleanup assurances, and allowing more methane emissions, drawing criticism from advocates as an attack on democracy.
The Trump administration plans to evaluate the California Coastal Commission, accusing the state of 'environmental terrorism' in a dispute over energy production, including SpaceX launches and offshore wind.
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The UK government plans new rules requiring businesses to check supply chains for illegal deforestation, affecting products like chocolate, cooking oils, and cosmetics.
