Peers demand ban on over-the-counter flea treatments
Peers call for a ban on off-the-shelf and online pet flea treatments, citing environmental damage from chemicals like fipronil and imidacloprid.
Category : Environment
UK braces for worst harvest on record as food prices set to rise
Farming bosses warn of possible food shortages as extreme heat could cut cereal and oilseed harvest by 2.5 million tonnes, costing farmers up to £390 million.
How to live with foxes in your garden while protecting plants
Foxes can be 'really valuable' for biodiversity, says expert Luke Newnes, who shares tips to welcome them while protecting your garden.
Humane Fox Deterrents for Your Garden
Foxes in your garden? Learn humane ways to keep them away with simple changes like securing bins and blocking shelters.
Neighbour's CCTV pointing at your home? Your UK rights explained
If a neighbour's CCTV captures your property, UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 apply. Learn your rights and steps to take if privacy is breached.
5 Essential August Gardening Jobs from Expert James Ewens
Gardening expert James Ewens shares five essential jobs for August to help your garden and wildlife thrive before autumn, from pollinator pitstops to responsible watering.
NI's first floating oyster reef launched in Antrim
Northern Ireland's first floating oyster reef has launched at Glenarm Marina, hosting 10,000 juvenile oysters, to restore the near-extinct native European flat oyster and boost marine biodiversity.
UK harvest faces worst on record after brutal summer
Analysis suggests 2026 could be the UK's worst harvest on record, with a 2.5m tonne shortfall costing farmers £390m amid extreme heat and drought.
Storm threat in Scotland, dry South East
Thundery showers and flood alerts in Scotland, while southern England remains dry. July was driest on record in the region.
Cate Blanchett Praises Prince William's Climate Leadership
Cate Blanchett has praised Prince William as an 'extraordinary' climate leader, highlighting his hands-on approach to the Earthshot Prize.
Chester Zoo's first secretarybird chicks in 95 years
Five endangered secretarybird chicks have hatched at Chester Zoo in a landmark breeding breakthrough, marking the first time the species has bred there in 95 years.
Alan Titchmarsh's Basil Tips: My Plant Thrives
Following Alan Titchmarsh's basil growing advice transformed my plant into a thriving, vibrant herb, ideal for pizzas and salads.
Alan Titchmarsh's Basil Tips Help Gardener Thrive
Following Alan Titchmarsh's advice on spacing and sunlight, a gardener's basil plant thrives with vibrant leaves, perfect for summer dishes.
Alan Titchmarsh's Basil Tips Transform My Herb Garden
Sophie Harris followed Alan Titchmarsh's basil growing advice, spacing plants 10cm apart and improving sunlight, resulting in a thriving herb garden.
Search for 13-year-old boy in sea off East Yorkshire coast
Humberside Police search for a 13-year-old boy who got into difficulty swimming in the sea off Hornsea, East Yorkshire, on Tuesday evening.
NT News Wrap: Wednesday's Top Stories
Northern Territory's biggest stories: new health funding, crime crackdown, and a major infrastructure project announced.
UK Contracts to Prioritize Job Creation Over Green Targets
Government contracts will now require job creation instead of green targets, marking a major shift in procurement policy.
Supermarkets pull disposable BBQs over wildfire risk
Asda and other major UK supermarkets have removed disposable barbecues from shelves due to heightened wildfire risk, with others following voluntary guidance.
Burnham's Devolution Challenge: A Test for New Politics
Andy Burnham's devolution plans face a test in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, where nationalist parties rule and questions remain over engagement.
Farmers Urge Temporary Ban on Disposable Barbecues
Farmers and landowners call for a temporary ban on disposable barbecues in England and Wales to prevent wildfires, backed by firefighters, Lib Dems, and many Labour MPs.
Eaton Fire Caused by Utility Tower, Officials Say
A long-awaited report finds the deadly 2025 Eaton fire was sparked by electrical arcing at an out-of-service Southern California Edison tower, killing 19 and destroying over 9,000 structures.
WASPI women demand Andy Burnham act on pension compensation
WASPI campaigners are pressing Andy Burnham to meet them and deliver a fair settlement over state pension age changes, after his election promise.
Wildfires rage near Athens as heatwave grips Europe
Wildfires west of Athens jumped containment lines, forcing evacuations and closing a highway, as record heat and drought continue across Europe.
FIFA accused of blackmail by Jordan FA over Infantino
Jordan FA president Prince Ali accuses FIFA of blackmail, claiming Infantino sought endorsement in exchange for help. FIFA declined to comment.
William and Kate show 'family happiness' at Commonwealth Games
Prince William and Princess Kate displayed a 'snapshot of family happiness' at the Commonwealth Games, signalling they've moved on from Kate's cancer battle.
Public sector 'defying' single-sex ruling, says campaigner
From August 5, single-sex spaces must be used based on biological sex, but critics say public bodies are defying the Supreme Court ruling.
Seoul issues first severe heatwave warning as death toll hits 16
Seoul braces for its first severe heatwave warning as South Korea's death toll from heat reaches 16, with temperatures forecast to hit 38C.
Climate Deniers Reshape UK Debate Amid Drought and Wildfires
As drought and wildfires hit the UK, a minority of right-leaning critics are downplaying climate urgency, reshaping political discourse and policy.
Nine Lives feral cat caught after three-year rampage
A feral cat named Nine Lives, which killed dozens of rare pāteke ducks in New Zealand, has been caught and humanely shot after evading trappers for three years.
Volunteers Plant Trees to Build Sand Dunes on Fylde Coast
Volunteers plant Christmas trees on Fylde coast beach to create sand dunes, vital for wildlife habitat and soft sea defence.
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