Blackpool Pleasure Beach hosts £18 solar eclipse viewing
Blackpool Pleasure Beach Resort will host a large-scale viewing of the August 12 solar eclipse, offering free glasses and extended hours, with tickets from £18.
Category : Environment
Wildfire Size of 500 Football Pitches Came Metres from Homes
A wildfire at Llanwonno, Rhondda, spread to over 500 football pitches, coming metres from homes in Blaenllechau, with no evacuations but a rest centre set up.
Two-Ingredient Spray to Banish Flies from Your Kitchen
A simple two-ingredient spray made from white wine vinegar and essential oils can help repel flies, which thrive in record heat.
South Lanarkshire Council Urges Public to Use Petitions Process
South Lanarkshire Council encourages communities and individuals to submit petitions to its Petitions Committee, established in 2018, to address local issues and engage directly with the council.
Swansea City fans' forum: New era, optimism, academy plans
Swansea City's fans' forum was serene and optimistic, with plans for Category One academy status, stadium purchase, and player trading model highlighted.
Epsom Salt for Greener Lawns: Gardeners' Secret
Gardeners are advised to use Epsom salt on lawns for thicker, greener grass this summer, as it boosts chlorophyll and moisture retention.
UK urged to leave water bowls out for wildlife this summer
The British Hedgehog Preservation Society urges UK households to place shallow water dishes in gardens to help wildlife survive the heatwave.
Living Room Decor Mistakes That Look Cheap and Tacky
Avoid these five common living room decorating mistakes that interior experts say can make your home look cheap and dated, from accent walls to faux fur.
UK Faces Water Rationing as Drought Hits Half of England
Half of England faces drought conditions, with emergency plans revealing potential mandatory water rationing. Record-low rainfall and heatwaves have prompted urgent calls to conserve water.
Fruit Fly Deterrent: Lemon and Cloves in Fruit Bowl
Fruit flies can be deterred by placing cloves in half a lemon in your fruit bowl, as the scents repel them, according to cleaning expert Anna Louisa.
Keep potatoes fresh for months by storing them in the fridge
Storing potatoes in the fridge below 5°C keeps them fresh three times longer, preventing sprouting for up to five months, says Love Food Hate Waste.
Council faces backlash over Soho pub standing proposals
Westminster Council's draft licensing policy suggests reducing standing in Soho and West End pubs, sparking industry and mayoral criticism.
Food trader apologises for pro-IRA song at Belfast Fleadh
The Hatch apologises after accidentally playing pro-IRA song at Belfast Fleadh, prompting formal complaint and council statement.
London Stadium may cut sports events for concerts
London Stadium plans to reduce sports event days to host more concerts, despite no impact on West Ham matches, according to a planning application.
New children's play centre could open in Bury town centre
A former car showroom in Bury town centre could become an indoor soft play centre with party rooms, a café, and bookable two-hour play slots.
Locust Swarm Turns Sky Black in 'Biblical' Scenes in Dagestan
A massive locust swarm in Dagestan, Russia, turned the sky black, sparking 'biblical' comparisons and pest control efforts.
Halewood park revamp plans unveiled in £30m investment
Computer-generated images reveal plans for Grace Park revamp, including new football pitches, playgrounds, and a clubhouse, as part of £30m investment in Halewood.
Flat Earth Research Reveals Loneliness Behind Conspiracy Beliefs
A new musical explores how loneliness and grief drive people to conspiracy theories like Flat Earth, revealing unexpected human truths.
West Lothian vets' delight at Pet Trail initiative
Westport Veterinary Clinic's annual Pet Trail in Linlithgow saw 10 lifelike pets hidden in shop windows, with prizes including a VIP Vet Experience.
Gardeners 'delighted' with £42 raised bed cheaper than Amazon
Gardeners are 'delighted' with the Outsunny 2-Tier Raised Garden Bed, now £42.30 with code SUMMER10, cheaper than Amazon and built to 'last for years'.
Food banks on the brink in climate crisis Britain
Anti-poverty campaigners urge government to expand NHS Healthy Start scheme as climate change and inflation push food banks to the brink, with 24% of UK families with under-fives now in food poverty.
England's rivers and lakes in 'national shame' state
Just 14.3% of England's waterways are in good ecological health, prompting a 'national shame' label and calls for urgent action.
Monster shark '25ft long' spotted in UK waters
An enormous basking shark, believed to be around 25ft long, was spotted off the Isle of Man, stunning sightseers. Despite its size, it is harmless.
Aldi trials smart milk bottles with invisible tags for recycling
Aldi, Arla, and Polytag launch an eight-week trial using invisible UV tags on milk bottles to track recycling, aiming to improve packaging sustainability.
85% of England's rivers fail water quality tests
Environment Agency tests reveal 85% of England's rivers fail water quality thresholds, with phosphates found in nearly half, sparking calls for water sector reform.
UK to respond after 17,000 sign voting reform petition
The UK Government is expected to respond to a petition signed by over 17,000 people calling for a commission on electoral reform, including replacing First Past the Post with proportional representation.
Chelsea's Barco criticised for dyeing pony pink
Chelsea defender Valentin Barco faces backlash after gifting his daughter a pony with dyed pink hair, which his wife defended as safe and washable.
Craigie Farmers' Society Annual Show on August 8 in Symington
Craigie Farmers' Society Annual Show will be held on Saturday, August 8 at Langholm Farm, Symington, featuring livestock competitions, food stalls, and family fun.
Binman calls out 'Karens' for dumping vapes and batteries
A binman warns against disposing of vapes and batteries in recycling bins, citing fire risks and over 1,200 UK fires last year.
Mum Refuses to Tell Off Son for Pushing Bully
A Welsh mum explains why she didn't scold her son for pushing another child at soft play, saying he defended his friend from bullying.
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