Hackney tops London parks ranking in 2026 awards
Hackney has been named London's top borough for parks and green spaces in the 2026 Green Flag Awards, with 34 flags awarded.
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Lanarkshire carers: no minimum care period for break support
Carer Support Payment in Scotland now allows temporary breaks without a minimum care period, offering up to 12 weeks of continued support during hospital stays.
West Country households urged to shorten showers as drought looms
Households in the West Country have been asked to take shorter showers after the area was officially categorised as being in prolonged dry weather by the Environment Agency.
EasyJet Fearless Flyer course back at Newcastle Airport
EasyJet is bringing its Fearless Flyer course back to Newcastle Airport in November for the first time in seven years, after participants described it as 'life changing'.
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Low iron during blood donation flagged bowel cancer in mum
Laura Jackson, 39, was diagnosed with stage-three bowel cancer after low iron levels flagged during a blood donation attempt led to further tests.
Indoor heat causing arguments among Brits, survey finds
Over half of Brits say excessive indoor heat has made them lose their temper with someone they live with, as new research reveals the psychological and social impact of hot homes during UK heatwaves.
53% of Brits lose temper over indoor heat, study finds
53% of Brits have lost their temper with someone they live with due to excessive indoor heat, with 68% struggling to sleep and 26% saying it affects emotional wellbeing.
Firefighter warns Burnham against Rosebank oil field
A firefighter and union boss has warned Andy Burnham that opening the Rosebank oil field would 'pour more fuel on the fire' while doing nothing for energy bills or security.
JK Rowling a Saint for Crusade Against Scotland on Women
JK Rowling's campaign against Scotland's treatment of women is praised, including her legal battle with Amnesty UK over a report that labeled her charity as 'anti-rights'.
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Andy Burnham's leadership: A return to 1980s battles?
Esther Krakue argues that new PM Andy Burnham is more focused on refighting 1980s battles than addressing current crises, leaving her sad for the country.
Invictus Games crisis as sponsors reportedly pull out
Prince Harry's Invictus Games are reportedly 'up in smoke' as sponsors withdraw, with the future of the Birmingham 2027 event questioned.
Martin Lewis: Burnham's energy tax cut won't be felt
Martin Lewis criticises Andy Burnham's VAT cut on electricity bills, saying the £45 annual saving will be mostly offset by a 3.1% Price Cap rise, leaving people with little change.
Cadaver Collagen: Beauty Treatment from Dead Bodies
Cadaver collagen, harvested from deceased humans, is gaining popularity in South Korea for skin rejuvenation, but it remains illegal in the UK due to safety and ethical concerns.
Cockroach Movement Protests Intensify Despite Police Crackdown
Thousands of protesters in Delhi demand education reforms and the resignation of the education minister, continuing despite police violence on Monday.
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Our streets are full of oversized cars: readers on carspreading
Readers respond to the phenomenon of 'carspreading' and other topics, including an interregnum confusion, Thames Water, Manchesterism, and regional cold terms.
Broaden newborn screening after SMA success, says expert
Dr Janet Hoskin calls for newborn screening for Duchenne muscular dystrophy after SMA breakthrough, highlighting delayed diagnoses and need for early support.
13 million UK residents face coastal flooding risk, scientists warn
Up to 13 million people in the UK face long-term coastal flooding risk due to climate crisis, with a worst-case scenario suggesting large-scale population movement may be needed.
Guardian view: Andy Burnham is right to grip social care reform
Ending the pattern of broken pledges on social care could help rebuild trust in politics, as Andy Burnham prioritises reform after rough sleeping.
France Bans Social Media for Under-15s, First EU Country
France's parliament approved a bill banning social media access for children under 15, making it the first EU country to bar apps like TikTok, championed by President Macron.
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Jana Armstrong Murder: Former Partner Charged
Every 11 days a woman in Australia is killed by someone she trusted. Four women were allegedly killed by male violence last week alone. Experts call for earlier intervention.
Rahul Gandhi Detained in Delhi Cockroach Protest
Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi was briefly detained in Delhi and taken away on a bus after protesting outside PM Modi's house in solidarity with the Cockroach movement.
What Is Pickaxe Mountain, Iran's Nuclear Site Trump Threatens?
Donald Trump has threatened to attack Pickaxe Mountain, a fortified underground nuclear facility buried almost 100 metres inside a mountain near Iran's Natanz enrichment plant.
Japan records first 'cruelly hot day' as temperatures hit 40C
Japan logged its first official 'cruelly hot day' with temperatures above 40°C, as the new term kokushobi warns of extreme heat dangers.
Scottish Tea Mystery: Episode Two – The List
In episode two, Nicola Davis investigates suspicions about Tam O'Braan's Scottish tea network and how science revealed the truth behind his fraud.
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War divides Ukrainians who left and those who stayed
Ukrainian writer Diana Berg explores the emotional rift between those who fled the Russian invasion and those who remained, a quiet but devastating rupture.
First puffling sighting in 30 years gives hope for Dorset puffins
A baby puffin, or puffling, spotted on the Purbeck coast is the first in three decades, boosting hopes for the struggling colony on mainland southern England.
Surviving drug-facilitated rape: Zoe Watts fights back
Zoe Watts and Amanda Stanhope, survivors of drug-facilitated rape by partners, launch #EndEyeCheck campaign to raise awareness and push for change after the Gisèle Pelicot case highlighted the hidden crime.
First puffling sighting in 30 years boosts Dorset hope
A rare puffling sighting at Dorset's puffin colony, the first in 30 years, gives conservationists fresh hope for the struggling population.
Baby lobster released into Cornish rockpool
A juvenile lobster raised at the National Lobster Hatchery is released at Trevone Bay, Cornwall, with survival odds 1,000 times greater than in the wild.
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16m in defibrillator deserts in England and Wales
More than 16 million people in England and Wales live farther than a 1km round trip from a 24/7 defibrillator, reducing cardiac arrest survival chances.
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