Monty Don Gives Ned Update as UK Heatwave Continues
Monty Don shared a video of his golden retriever Ned drinking bathwater to stay cool amid the UK heatwave, prompting fans to express concern for the 'poor baby'.
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Welsh Water Considers All Options Amid High Demand
Welsh Water warns of unprecedented high demand due to hot weather, considering restrictions to protect supplies in Pembrokeshire, Ceredigion, and Hereford.
Metal Orbs on Beach Are Hazardous Rocket Debris
Six titanium-alloy pressure vessels washed up on Forrest Beach, Australia. Officials warn they may contain toxic hydrazine, a cancer-linked rocket propellant. A 50-metre exclusion zone was set up.
IOC Complaint Alleges Infantino Breached Political Neutrality
A human rights group has filed a complaint to the IOC alleging FIFA president Gianni Infantino violated political neutrality rules, including over a red card overturn involving USA's Folarin Balogun after a call with Donald Trump.
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Bev Craig Backs Count Binface Against Farage in Clacton By-election
Labour's Greater Manchester mayoral candidate Bev Craig endorses Count Binface over Nigel Farage in the Clacton by-election, supporting the joke candidate's pledge to cap 99 Flake ice cream at 99p.
Newcastle Council to Conduct Fresh Cemetery Safety Checks
Newcastle City Council will inspect headstones in four cemeteries to avoid repeating the distress caused by laying flat over 2,300 memorials since 2023.
82 Welsh Parks Among Best in UK with Record Green Flag Awards
Wales has achieved a record 330 Green Flag Awards in 2026, including 82 parks listed as among the best in the UK, with the highest number of community awards globally for the third year running.
UK to Urge Public to Stockpile Food and Water for Emergencies
The UK government will launch a 'national resilience campaign' urging Brits to stock up on food and water to prepare for Russian cyber attacks, extreme weather, and other emergencies.
Met Office verdict on storms and rain for Thursday
The Met Office says rain and thunderstorms are possible in southern England on Wednesday and Thursday, but many will see no rain. Temperatures peak at 30-32C.
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Miles Owen on Dad Clive Slowing Down and Farm Future
Miles Owen opens up about his dad Clive 'slowing down' as he balances helping on the family farm with joining brother Reuben's groundworks business in a repeat of Reuben Owen: Life in the Dales.
1,000+ Oppose Pontyclun Data Centre Plans
More than 1,000 people have signed a petition opposing a proposed data centre near Pontyclun in Rhondda Cynon Taf, citing concerns over jobs, noise, energy costs, and environmental impact.
UK Warns Public to Stockpile Food and Water Amid Russian Cyber Fears
Britons will be advised to stockpile food, water, and medicine as part of a government campaign to prepare for potential Russian cyber attacks, with a hybrid attack possible as early as next year.
10 Nations Unite for European Anti-Ballistic Missile Defence
Ukraine and nine other countries, including the UK, Germany, and France, announce a joint programme to build a shared European anti-ballistic missile defence capability, leveraging Ukraine's wartime experience.
GB Grid Operator Probes Whistleblower Blackout Cover-Up Claims
GB grid operator Neso hires external lawyers to investigate whistleblower claims that staff were told to avoid paper trails during June heatwave, risking blackouts to protect reputation.
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Western US Faces Water Bankruptcy as Colorado River Dries
The western US is running out of water due to pollution, overpopulation, and climate change, threatening a 'water bankruptcy'. The Colorado River Basin, which sustains 40 million people, is drying up, sparking conflicts over its future.
Alonso Optimistic He Can Succeed at Chelsea
Xabi Alonso, Chelsea's sixth permanent manager in four years, says he is optimistic he can succeed at the club by making only a few changes, despite the recent coaching carousel and squad challenges.
Trump Shrinks Two Utah National Monuments Held Sacred by Tribes
Donald Trump has approved sharp reductions to Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments, cutting 'close to a million and a half acres each' and opening land to developers and the oil industry.
Zelenskyy seeks 300 Patriots; EU, UK sanction Russia for cyber-attacks
Ukraine's Zelenskyy pushes for 300 Patriot missiles for winter as Freyja missile shield project launched. EU and UK impose sanctions on Russian cyber attackers. Day 1,602 of war.
Pauline Hanson's UK Trip: Local Reaction
Pauline Hanson's UK visit sparks controversy among locals. The Australian far-right politician's presence has drawn protests and mixed reactions across the country.
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Bali's Water Crisis: Tourism Drains Precious Resource
Bali has lost over 6,500 hectares of rice fields in five years. Tourism consumes 65% of fresh water, leaving farmers dry and aquifers depleted.
Fungi: Invisible Force Protecting Our Planet
Dr Toby Kiers, evolutionary biologist, discusses her award-winning work mapping fungal networks on Palmyra Atoll and the crucial role of subterranean fungi in planetary health. Networks exceed 100 quadrillion km.
T rex Skeleton Auction Sparks Scientist Concerns
The sale of 'Gus', a 67-million-year-old T rex skeleton, at Sotheby's for $20M-$30M raises alarms among palaeontologists who warn that private fossil sales harm scientific research.
Country Diary: Spotting Young Hares on Eyam Moor
High on Eyam Moor, Derbyshire, a leveret's hiding skills are on display. Subterfuge is key to survival for young hares, which hide in plain sight to avoid predators.
Courgette Fritters with Cheese and Brown-Butter Creme Fraiche
Discover two versatile courgette recipes: crispy fritters with sheep's cheese and brown-butter creme fraiche, plus slow-cooked courgettes with preserved lemon and ricotta on toast.
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Progressive Overhaul of Disability Benefits System Needed
The Timms report reveals the UK's disability benefits system is 'not fit for purpose' and 'dehumanising'. A progressive alternative could scrap point-based assessments, restore indefinite awards, and save billions.
Most UK Media Ignored Climate Link in June Heatwave Coverage
Nearly three-quarters of UK media articles about June's record heatwave omitted any mention of climate change, with only 6% of Sun stories and 9% of Mirror stories referencing global heating, analysis shows.
Scottish Scientists Appoint Ocean to Board
The Scottish Association for Marine Science has appointed the ocean as a board trustee, giving it a formal say in decisions to protect marine ecosystems.
Pinch Out Trailing Plants for Bushier Growth: Hack
Pinching out trailing plants like pothos or tradescantia redirects energy, producing bushier growth. New shoots appear within weeks, and cuttings can be rooted to fill gaps.
Undercover in Laos: Chinese Tourism Fuels Animal Trafficking
Undercover investigation reveals that booming Chinese tourism in Laos, driven by a new high-speed rail line, is fueling illegal wildlife trade of pangolin scales, rhino horn, and elephant ivory, pushing pangolins toward extinction.
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Crowd Control Weapons Misuse at ICE Protests Causes Injuries
A new report by Physicians for Human Rights and UC Berkeley documents 412 incidents of crowd control weapon misuse at ICE protests from June 2025 to May 2026, causing 203 injuries including blindings and traumatic brain injuries.
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