Plant Echinacea in August for Autumn Colour and Bees
Gardeners urged to plant echinacea in August for vibrant autumn colour and to feed bees and birds, as TikTok expert shares tips.
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Mulch Japanese maples to protect roots from summer heat
Adding mulch to Japanese maple soil protects shallow roots from heat, reduces watering needs, and prevents damage from summer fertilizing.
Painting Tip: Make Homes Feel Expensive and Lifted
Painting ceilings a colour other than white can make rooms feel expensive, lighter, and more cohesive, according to interior designers.
White-tailed eagles released in Exmoor to boost return
Six young white-tailed eagles have been released in Exmoor National Park as part of a project to restore the species to England, with hopes they will breed and expand their range.
Rain forecast but dry areas may miss out, Met Office warns
Rain is forecast for parts of the UK after the driest July on record, but some southern England areas may still see none, with heat alerts in place.
NHS staff face racist abuse as far-right rises, poll finds
NHS staff face rising racist abuse from patients, a poll shows, with radiographers blaming the far-right. Workers demand action.
Russian food crisis looms as every fifth farmer faces bankruptcy
Russian farmers face bankruptcy as low prices and diesel shortages make harvesting unprofitable, risking food price rises.
Ex-MP suggests banning men from Labour leadership race
Harriet Harman proposes banning men from the next Labour leadership election to ensure a woman becomes leader, sparking controversy.
Seabird hunt cancelled in Scotland for first time in 400 years
The Scottish seabird hunt, known as the guga hunt, has been cancelled for the first time in four centuries due to a decline in gannet numbers, organisers said.
Funeral law must change after Robert Bush crimes
The law on funerals must change following Robert Bush's crimes, say campaigners, urging reform to protect the deceased and their families.
Ceuta Chaos Weaponised by Far Right: Guardian View
The Guardian condemns the far right's exploitation of migrant tragedy in Ceuta, urging humane policies over xenophobic rhetoric.
Missing DNC autopsy chapter claims wealth hid voter mood
Author of Democrats' 2024 election autopsy says a chapter on Biden's re-election and wealth was cut from the released report.
Clarkson backlash over benefits thank you letter idea
Jeremy Clarkson has sparked backlash after suggesting benefit claimants should write weekly thank you letters to taxpayers, comparing his dogs to 'uber benefits scroungers'.
Brits Waste Hundreds on Food Before Holidays, AEG Finds
64% of Brits throw away food before holidays, with 11% discarding over £20 worth, despite 92% trying to use it up. AEG advises using holiday mode.
Rewilding blamed for wildfire risk after Minsmere blaze
Experts warn rewilding can worsen wildfire risks if unmanaged, after a 371-acre blaze at RSPB Minsmere and Dunwich Heath.
Welsh beachgoers suffer severe burns from disposable BBQ sand
Beachgoers in Wales suffered severe foot burns from hot sand under disposable barbecues, prompting warnings from Morriston Hospital Burns' Centre.
Caldicot Castle: Free Family Day Out with Woodland Walks
Caldicot Castle in Monmouthshire offers free entry to its grounds, woodland trails, a tearoom, and a rich 900-year history, ideal for a summer family day out.
Trump predicts good ties with Burnham over North Sea
Donald Trump says he and Andy Burnham will have a very good relationship, urging the UK to open North Sea oil and tackle immigration, calling Britain 'bankrupt'.
Historic copperworks lab building nears completion in Swansea
The Laboratory Building at Swansea's Hafod-Morfa Copperworks, where copper ore was likely tested, is set to be completed this year, with potential use as a restaurant for over 100 diners.
Great whites 'already lurking off UK beaches' as oceans warm
Great white sharks may already be visiting UK waters as oceans warm, with hammerheads expected to follow, experts warn.
Anger as 122.5m mast recommended for approval
Planners recommend approval of a 122.5m weather mast near Bannau Brycheiniog despite 57 objections and wildlife fears.
Trump warns 'bankrupt' Britain in Burnham statement
Donald Trump issued a bombshell statement on Prime Minister Andy Burnham, warning that Britain is 'bankrupt' after being asked about the UK.
Bigfoot Hunter Accuses Cornell of Cover-Up Over Sasquatch Claims
Charles Stuart claims Cornell University tested a Bigfoot corpse, but officials deny it. He insists the DNA report is genuine and plans to expose an alleged cover-up.
Trump Praises Burnham, Repeats North Sea Drilling Claim
Donald Trump says he is 'very impressed' with Andy Burnham and repeats claim PM indicated he would open up North Sea to drilling.
Law firms across Lanarkshire urged to join Will Aid 2026
Law firms in Lanarkshire are encouraged to join Will Aid 2026, a November campaign where solicitors write Wills for donations, raising funds for charities.
Outrage as 655 pigeons shot at London Tube stations
Contract killers shot 655 pigeons in 123 culls at Transport for London stations in a year, sparking fury from bird lovers demanding humane deterrents.
Noel Edmonds backlash over lobster release
Noel Edmonds released lobsters into the sea, sparking backlash over disease and genetic risks. Farm shop owner defends the act.
Volunteers Restore Historic Japanese Garden in Motherwell
Volunteers are restoring the Japanese Garden in Dalzell Estate, Motherwell, a century-old landmark that had fallen into disrepair, with support from local businesses and the council.
Heatwave shrinks UK potato crops, threatening shorter chips
Record heatwaves are stunting UK spuds, threatening severe chip shortages and leaving farmers frustrated over shrinking potato crops.
Farage's small boats plan savaged by France as 'violation'
France's interior ministry has blasted Nigel Farage's plan to use the Royal Navy to stop small boats, warning it would be a 'violation of French sovereignty' and maritime law.
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