Inheritance tax can fund free social care fairly
Burnham's free social care plan could be fairly funded by an inheritance tax surcharge, with alternatives like pension relief changes and wealth taxes.
Category : Environment
Kite-fighting on Welsh beaches raises safety, wildlife fears
Kite fighting by large groups on Welsh beaches has raised concerns over public safety and wildlife after razor-sharp string was reported falling into the sea.
Rumbling Kern: The Hidden Northumberland Cove With a Smuggling Past
Discover Rumbling Kern, a hidden Northumberland cove with an eerie rumbling sound, a smuggling past, and links to Earl Grey's Bathing House.
Invasive seaweed from East Asia piles up on Spanish beaches
Thousands of tonnes of invasive Rugulopteryx okamurae seaweed are overwhelming Spanish beaches, threatening biodiversity and the local economy.
Could Andy Burnham's Cross-Party Plan End the Triple Lock?
State pensioners fear Andy Burnham's cross-party social care plan could lead to the triple lock being scrapped, despite his personal pledge to keep it.
Outer Banks homes moved on wheels as sea claims coastline
Houses on North Carolina's Outer Banks are being moved inland as coastal erosion accelerates, with 19 homes lost since September and fears of more to come.
One Rhesus Monkey Still Missing After Mississippi Lab Truck Crash
One rhesus monkey remains on the loose in Mississippi after a truck carrying lab animals crashed on Interstate 59. All but one were destroyed. Tulane says they are not infectious.
Natal crocus enlists fire, bees and ants in remarkable reproductive strategy
The Natal crocus uses fire to trigger flowering, bees for pollination, and tricks ants into dispersing seeds by mimicking larvae scent.
Record 474 arrests at London protest against Palestine Action ban
Met police arrest 474 at a London protest against the ban on Palestine Action, the highest number of arrests for a single operation in a decade.
Gardeners Urged to Sprinkle Chilli Powder in August
Gardeners are being urged to sprinkle chilli powder on bird food in August to keep squirrels and foxes from stealing it, while birds remain unaffected.
Spey Dam Criticised for Threatening Endangered Salmon in Aluminium Bottle Row
A Spey Fishery Board member criticises aluminium whisky bottles, citing the Spey dam's impact on endangered salmon and over-abstraction.
Banana peel water as plant food: the hack put to the test
We test the viral banana peel water fertiliser hack on houseplants, with surprising results about slime and fruit flies.
Gay Pride parade mocks Trump and Putin as kissing couple
Giant inflatables of Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin shared a kiss at Amsterdam's Gay Pride Canal Parade, in a float dubbed the 'Kissing Couple'.
Iraq's historic marshes revive as waters return after years of drought
Iraq's historic marshes are reviving after severe drought, with water levels rising and residents returning as submerged marshland increases significantly.
Rewiring the State devolution plan hands power locally
The government's Rewiring the State blueprint hands local leaders control of tax, transport and skills in a radical devolution shake-up across the UK.
Border collie Molly rescued after week in New Zealand wilderness following owner's accident
A border collie missing for a week in New Zealand's remote backcountry after her owner's fall is rescued by volunteers funded by public donations.
1 in 10 Brits skip baths to save water and cut bills
A poll of 2,000 adults finds one in 10 Brits have not taken a bath in over a decade, with most preferring showers to save water and reduce bills.
Crested ibises return to Japanese wild decades after extinction
Eight crested ibises have been released into the wild in Japan's Noto region, decades after the species was declared extinct in the country, with royal attendance and hopes for recovery.
One in 10 Brits skip baths for a decade as showers take over
A survey of 2,000 adults reveals one in 10 Brits have not had a bath for over a decade, with 51% calling bathing outdated and 48% now preferring showers.
River Mease restoration wins UK River Prize after 13 years
The River Mease in the Midlands wins UK River Prize 2026 after a 13-year restoration project led by the Trent Rivers Trust and local farmers.
Electric blue sea creatures on UK beaches spark warning
Hundreds of electric blue Velella velella have washed up on UK beaches, and marine experts warn beachgoers not to touch the by-the-wind sailors.
Biodegradable circuit boards made from chocolate could help tackle e-waste
University of Glasgow engineers create biodegradable circuit boards using paper, bioplastics and chocolate, offering an eco-friendly alternative to traditional electronics.
Golden retriever abandoned in freezing park with cruel note
A golden retriever named Raiya was abandoned in a freezing Okotoks park with a note, jacket and medication. Rescue charity Pauseforchange is seeking funds for her care.
Women Mayors Drive Inclusive Urban Transformation, from Barcelona to Paris
Female mayors in Barcelona, Montreal, and Paris are redefining urban spaces with pedestrian-friendly policies, cycle networks, and climate resilience.
Chimpanzees flirt by ripping leaves, St Andrews scientist reveals
Chimpanzees use 'leaf clipping' as a flirting gesture, with different communities having distinct techniques, according to a University of St Andrews scientist.
Leave apples and pears out for garden birds in August
Gardeners are urged to put sliced apples and pears on lawns and bird tables in August to support breeding birds, as the RSPB advises against seeds and flat feeders.
CSIRO climate job cuts will hit global projections, scientists warn
Researchers warn CSIRO job cuts will leave Australia unable to contribute to IPCC climate reports and reduce forecasting of future damage.
ChatGPT Health 'unbelievably dangerous' as study shows it under-triages emergencies
Study finds ChatGPT Health under-triages medical emergencies, fails to detect suicidal ideation, prompting safety concerns.
Catalina Island mule deer cull plan moves forward amid local outcry
California approves plan to eradicate mule deer on Catalina Island, sparking conflict between conservancy and locals over biodiversity and island identity.
US cities pool tactics to resist ICE raids and shield migrants
From LA to Chicago to New Orleans, US cities are sharing tactics such as whistle alerts and patrols to resist ICE raids and protect immigrant communities.
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