Britain's Best Lawn Owner Shares Tips After Record Rain
Stuart Grindle, owner of 'Britain's best lawn', offers expert advice on repairing lawns damaged by the UK's wettest start to the year since 1908, including scarifying and aeration techniques.
Category : Environment
EU Chief: Rewild Borders to Deter Invasions
The EU's environment chief advocates for rewilding border areas as a natural defence strategy against invasions, promoting biodiversity and security.
Large Tortoiseshell Butterfly Returns to UK After 60 Years
The large tortoiseshell butterfly, extinct in Britain since the 1960s, has been confirmed as a resident species again due to rising temperatures and sightings across southern England.
Couple's Shelter 'Sausage Dog' Turns Out to Be Crossbreed
A couple adopted what they thought was a dachshund puppy from a rescue centre, only to discover months later their pet had grown into a much larger crossbreed dog, highlighting issues with breed identification in shelters.
Easter Gardening Projects to Get Kids Interested in Nature
Discover eight engaging Easter garden projects to occupy children during the holidays, from sowing seeds to building bug hotels, fostering a lifelong love for gardening and conservation.
Monty Don's Six-Word Pruning Rule Prevents Gardening Errors
Gardening expert Monty Don shares a simple six-word rhyme to avoid pruning disasters. Learn when to trim popular plants like roses, buddleia, clematis, and hydrangeas for optimal blooms.
Illegal Fishmeal Factories Threaten Guinea-Bissau's Marine Sanctuary
A Guardian and DeSmog investigation exposes illegal fishmeal operations in Guinea-Bissau's protected Bijagós archipelago, endangering local fisheries and food security.
Indonesia Landfill Collapse Kills Five, Leaves Several Missing
A massive garbage avalanche at Indonesia's Bantargebang landfill killed at least five people and left several missing after heavy rain triggered the collapse, with over 300 rescuers deployed.
1951 Cornwall Diary: Gorse Gold, Spring Flowers Scarce
A 1951 country diary describes a sunny March day in Cornwall with golden gorse, yet notes a wintry landscape lacking early spring blooms like primroses and violets.
Riverside Flora Chronicles Urban History in Botanical Diary
A riverside walk uncovers how plants reveal the city's historical layers, from industrial past to modern ecology, in a detailed botanical exploration.
Romania's Gambling Crackdown: Councils Can Ban Betting Shops
Romania introduces emergency decree allowing local councils to veto or ban gambling venues, with at least nine cities planning full prohibitions amid public health concerns.
Dog Trainer Names Three Most Challenging Breeds to Train
Professional trainer Will Atherton identifies Siberian Huskies, 'Poo' crossbreeds, and Caucasian Shepherds as the most difficult dogs to work with, citing their independent nature and high energy demands.
NT Floods: Boil Water Alerts, Crocodile Warnings Amid Evacuations
Northern Territory communities face severe flooding with boil water alerts, crocodile dangers, and evacuations as record-breaking rain inundates rivers and highways.
Greens' Dog Licence and Zoo Ban Plan Sparks 'Killjoy' Criticism
The Green Party proposes reintroducing dog licences and abolishing zoos, with critics calling the policies 'barking mad' and a threat to animal conservation efforts.
Dubai Pet Abandonment Crisis Amid Missile Attacks
Vets in Dubai report a surge in pet euthanasia requests as Brits abandon animals to escape conflict. Rescue groups are overwhelmed by deserted pets tied to poles and left on streets.
Environment Agency Ignored 100 Warnings Over Toxic Fly Tip
A massive illegal waste dump in Gloucestershire has been operating for seven years despite nearly 100 warnings to the Environment Agency about toxic fumes and environmental damage.
Time Running Out to Rescue England's 'Forgotten Forests'
The Woodland Trust warns England is running out of time to restore ancient woodlands buried under plantations, with government targets far from being met and urgent action needed before 2030.
Federal Response to NT and Queensland Floods Amid Political Reactions
The Australian federal government has announced emergency measures and funding in response to severe flooding in the Northern Territory and Queensland, with political leaders from Labor and the Coalition offering reactions and support.
Kaavan the Elephant Freed After 35 Years of Loneliness
Kaavan, dubbed the 'world's loneliest elephant', endured 35 years shackled in a Pakistani zoo after his companion's death. Following global campaigns, he was relocated to a Cambodian sanctuary in 2020, where he now thrives with proper care and socialisati
Rescue Dog Returned After Eight Years Sparks Emotional Plea
Starfish Animal Rescue shares the heartbreaking story of Winchester, a dog surrendered after eight years with his family. The rescue's emotional plea for a foster home has touched many online.
Sun-Drying Duvets in March Eliminates Bacteria
A simple sun-drying technique in March can sanitise duvets by destroying bacteria and dust mites without using a washing machine, leaving bedding fresh and clean.
UK Water Scandal Whistleblower Breaks Silence After Channel 4 Drama
Robert Forrester, the whistleblower behind Britain's toxic water scandal, reveals how the Environment Agency ignored pollution for years as public outrage grows following Channel 4's documentary.
Global Marches Mark International Women's Day 2026
Women worldwide participated in marches and demonstrations on International Women's Day 2026, highlighting ongoing efforts to combat discrimination and accelerate gender parity.
Fuel Tax Credits Blow Hole in Labour's Climate Budget
The Australian government's fuel tax credit scheme, costing billions annually, subsidises diesel and petrol use for miners, undermining climate goals. Calls grow to reform this costly anti-climate policy as budget pressures mount.
White Abalone Brought Back from Brink by Marine Lab Breeding
An innovative breeding program at UC Davis's Bodega Marine Laboratory has successfully revived the endangered white abalone, releasing over 20,000 into the ocean after decades of overfishing.
Australian Farmers Face Fuel Crisis Amid Middle East Conflict
Australian farmers are struggling with fuel shortages and soaring diesel prices due to Middle East tensions, threatening food production and supermarket prices nationwide.
Trump EPA Rollbacks Aid States in Climate Lawsuits
Vermont and New York defend climate superfund laws as Trump's EPA repeal of the endangerment finding undermines federal preemption claims in court battles.
UK Environmental Laws Block Green Projects, Harm Nature
Well-intentioned UK environmental laws are blocking vital green infrastructure like wind farms and nuclear plants, while failing to address the real drivers of nature loss, such as intensive farming.
Simple March Gardening Task to Remove Weeds and Feed Plants
A gardening specialist explains why March is the perfect time to tackle young weeds and how to transform them into nutrient-rich liquid feed for your garden.
Eco-Friendly Funeral Alternatives Transforming UK Burial Practices
Traditional UK burials and cremations are being replaced by green alternatives like artificial reefs, space burials, and mushroom coffins as Britons seek personalised, environmentally conscious final arrangements.
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