UK braced for 36C heat as health alerts issued
Temperatures are set to reach 36C in parts of East Anglia and south-east England by Thursday, with heat health alerts in place for large parts of England.
Category : Environment
Welsh gardeners told to avoid common lawn mistake in drought
Gardeners in drought-hit Wales are urged to leave brown lawns alone, as grass is dormant and will recover when rain returns.
Daily Star Text Maniacs: Readers' Rants and Jokes
Daily Star readers share their unedited rants on city folk, traffic, hedgehogs, and more, plus a joke about a name change.
Poverty Scaremongering Fails to Explain Smartphone Stat
Anti-poverty campaigners claim 7.4 million households can't afford toiletries, but 95% of Britons own smartphones. Leo McKinstry questions the narrative.
Dr Amir Khan's clever trick to keep wasps away from food
TV medic Dr Amir Khan shares a simple method to deter wasps from your food during outdoor meals, plus advice on treating stings.
Suffolk nature reserve left 'unrecognisable' after wildfire
A wildfire at Dunwich Heath in Suffolk has burned 370 acres, leaving the National Trust reserve 'unrecognisable' and prompting a £500,000 appeal.
Binman: Plastic Hangers Belong in General Waste
A veteran binman warns that plastic hangers belong in general waste, not recycling, as they are a different type of plastic. He advises donating working ones or returning them at checkout.
Gordon Brown to Appear in Manchester for One-Off Event
Former PM Gordon Brown will appear in Manchester on September 3 to discuss his new book and politics, with tickets from £17.50.
Welsh Mountain Zoo welcomes adorable red panda cubs
Twin red panda cubs born at Welsh Mountain Zoo to parents Hop and JinJin, marking a conservation milestone for the endangered species.
Rescued war-zone tiger Aleks takes first steps on grass
Two years after being rescued from a war zone in Ukraine, white tiger Aleks has taken his first steps on grass at Lincolnshire Wildlife Park, marking a major recovery milestone.
National Trust urges climate mission after wildfire
National Trust boss Hilary McGrady urges Andy Burnham to make climate resilience a national mission after Dunwich Heath wildfire raises £350k.
August Mulching Tip for Fluffier Hydrangea Blooms
Mulching hydrangeas in August helps retain moisture, keeping roots cool and hydrated for fluffier, perkier flowers even in hot, dry weather.
Lisa Nandy: Arts for All, Not Just the Privileged
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy vows to make arts accessible to all, citing that only 8% of TV workers are working class, and announces initiatives to restore arts in schools and communities.
Southport ranked UK's top town for food hygiene
Southport scores 4.92 average food hygiene rating from over 400 venues, joint first with Ipswich in UK rankings.
Clyde Gateway Net Zero Event Marks 60+ Businesses
Clyde Gateway's Transition to Net Zero networking event at Topgolf celebrated supporting over 60 businesses since early 2024, with expert talks and collaboration.
DIY Solar Eclipse Projector: Make One Safely
Learn how to make a DIY pinhole projector to safely watch the August 12 solar eclipse, visible across Scotland with over 90% coverage.
Lidl free food scheme expands to 200 UK stores, nationwide by 2026
Lidl GB and Neighbourly expand their partnership with Olio, making surplus food available at 200 stores, with plans for a nationwide rollout by end of 2026.
Zoo's Emotional Update on Punch the Monkey Moves Fans
Six months after Punch the monkey went viral for clinging to a plush toy after being rejected, the zoo reveals he now cares for younger monkeys, melting hearts again.
UK farmers urge ban on Brazilian beef and chicken imports
British farmers call for a precautionary ban on Brazilian beef and chicken imports over antibiotic-resistance fears, following the EU's decision to block supplies.
Leave Brown Lawns Alone During Drought to Revive Them
Gardeners should leave brown, crispy lawns untouched during drought, as grass is dormant and will recover when rain returns, says expert Ish.
Israel's UK Political Focus Fuels Antisemitism, Says JLC Chair
Keith Black says placing Israel at the centre of UK politics fuels antisemitism, as CST records 1,926 incidents in first half of 2026.
Corsican separatists warn second-home buyers to stay away
Masked gunmen from the FLNC-UC warn tourists and second-home buyers in Corsica they 'shouldn't feel safe', calling them 'invaders'.
Lavender thrives in August with one simple soil addition
Adding gravel or sand to soil now helps lavender thrive in August, mimicking its natural Mediterranean habitat and improving drainage, experts say.
Tributes to 'one of a kind' woman who died from rare condition
Hermione Taylor, from Darwen, died from Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis. A campaign raises funds and awareness for SJS Awareness UK.
Three-legged dog abandoned on streets seeks forever home
Snowy, a Maltese cross found alone in Cairo with a severe infection, lost a leg but now seeks a loving UK home after months of recovery.
London boroughs defy EHRC code to protect trans rights
Six London boroughs pledge to ignore EHRC guidance, demanding trans inclusion in services for 1.7 million residents.
Council denies 'ludicrous' pub standing ban claims
Westminster City Council has denied claims it plans to ban standing in pubs, calling the allegations 'ludicrous' after a draft licensing policy sparked backlash.
Laura Tobin backlash over 'hypocritical' balloon report
Laura Tobin's Bristol Balloon Fiesta report on GMB sparks viewer outrage over climate hypocrisy, with critics citing gas emissions.
Royal Mail Launches Electric Cargo Cycles in UK Cities
Royal Mail introduces Electric Cargo Cycles in London, Brighton, and Cambridge from August, expanding its electric fleet and advancing Net-Zero goals.
Abandoned dog loses leg but thrives on three legs
Snowy, a Maltese cross abandoned in Cairo, survived alone for months, lost a leg to infection, but now thrives and seeks a loving home.
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