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.
Category : Environment
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.
Reform's Naval Stunt Fails to Mask Standards Scrutiny
Reform UK's Operation Fortress naval plan is a distraction from standards investigations, says analysis, as Farage faces scrutiny over alleged undeclared interests.
UK Zoo Closes After Fire Kills Three Pets
Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World closed after a fire killed three pets. Owner Will Dorrell confirmed the blaze broke out in the zoo office at around 7 AM.
Nurdle spill: Volunteers demand urgent expansion of River Tyne clean-up
Volunteers have handed an open letter to Port of Tyne CEO Matt Beeton, signed by over 2,000 people, calling for an urgent expansion of nurdle recovery efforts after 285kg of pellets were collected from a 25-tonne spill.
Zoe Sugg and Alfie Deyes' disappearance deepens over donkeys
Zoe Sugg and Alfie Deyes have been absent from social media for months, but new planning documents reveal they are building a donkey sanctuary, sparking a local dispute.
Cotswolds Insider Shares 6-Mile Walk Through Three Villages
A Cotswolds resident shares a six-mile circular walk linking Stanton, Snowshill, and Stanway, avoiding tourist crowds. The route includes fields, woodland, and scenic views.
Williamson Square fountains could be turned on again
Talks are underway to secure funding to refurbish the Williamson Square fountains in Liverpool city centre, which have been off more than on in recent years.
Greece Wildfires: Firefighters Battle Blazes Nationwide
Firefighters continue to tackle wildfires across Greece, including islands, as gale-force winds fuel the blazes. Satellite imagery shows devastation near Porto Germeno.
Turning Cheese Byproduct Whey into Fuel for Homes and Cars
Researchers at Heriot-Watt University and Take Root Bio have devised a method to turn salty whey, a cheese byproduct, into fuel that could heat homes or power cars, addressing the challenge of disposing 95,000 tonnes annually.
Wildfires Hit Eastern Washington in Extraordinary Season
Wildfires are burning across eastern Washington state in an extraordinary season, forcing evacuations and threatening homes.
Science funding cuts will harm Britain's global standing
Readers respond to an editorial on the threat to research funding, including plans to close the Jodrell Bank Observatory, warning of damage to UK science and international partnerships.
Driest July in southern England since records began
July 2026 was the driest month in southern England since records began nearly 200 years ago, the Met Office said, with England and Wales also recording their driest July on record.
Anti-war politician Nadezhdin flees Russia to Paris
Boris Nadezhdin, who opposed Putin in 2024, has fled to Paris amid a crackdown on dissent before parliamentary elections.
Regent's Park drought photos show stark contrast
Photos taken weeks apart in Regent's Park reveal severe drought damage as London faces a flash drought amid the fourth heatwave of the summer.
Cowie Teen's Third Trek Raises Funds for Scottish Autism
Elsa McCabe, 12, walks the 96-mile West Highland Way, raising £1,500 for Scottish Autism, her third major challenge.
Noel Edmonds lobster release sparks warnings
Noel Edmonds released shop-bought lobsters into the sea, prompting warnings about disease transfer and risks to the crustaceans, though the shop defended the act.
Brown Lawns Bounce Back Fast With One Simple Mowing Change
To revive a brown lawn, mow at a higher height during heatwaves. This shades soil, reduces evaporation, and helps grass recover quickly.
Clarkson urges Burnham to tackle UK's 'gormless' youth
Jeremy Clarkson calls on PM Andy Burnham to address the UK's 'gormless' unemployed youth, suggesting benefits recipients write thank-you emails to taxpayers.
UK Food Shortage Risk: Drought Threatens Supermarket Staples
Britain faces potential food shortages as drought and record heat hit crops. Farmers urge action, while experts warn of price hikes on vegetables and cocoa.
Student completes Tough Mudder for RAF charity
Brendan Gillan, 20, from Livingston, raised over £300 for the RAF Benevolent Fund after completing the Tough Mudder challenge at Broughton Hall in Skipton, inspired by the support his family received.
Free string and bucket trick keeps plants watered on holiday
Gardening expert Michael Griffiths shares a free, simple method using string and a bucket to keep potted plants watered for about a week while away.
England and Wales Suffer Driest July on Record
England and Wales had their driest July since 1836, with southern England seeing its driest month ever, amid extreme heat and drought.
Guga hunt licence refused by NatureScot for 2026
NatureScot has refused a licence for the annual guga hunt on Sula Sgeir, citing potential adverse impact on gannet populations.
Simple Watering Method Keeps Plants Alive While Away
Gardener Michael Griffiths shares a free, gadget-free method using a bucket, string, and rock to water plants while on holiday, a trick that 'really works'.
England and Wales Driest July on Record
England and Wales had their driest July since 1836, with southern England seeing its driest month ever, amid extreme summer weather and drought.
Pizza receipt leads to £20k fine for fly-tipping firm
A furniture firm was fined £20,000 after a pizza receipt found in fly-tipped waste led investigators to their door.
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