Rare Ghost Orchid Rediscovered in UK for First Time Since 2009
Britain's rarest plant, the ghost orchid, rediscovered after 14 years. Location kept secret to protect it from enthusiasts and poachers.
Category : Environment
Water Staff Told to 'Keep Quiet' Over Camelford Poisoning, Inquest Hears
Former SWWA manager John Lewis told an inquest staff were instructed to keep quiet about the 1988 Camelford water poisoning, which affected 20,000 homes.
Valley Fever Fungus to Hit 11 US States in Summer Storms
Experts warn that lethal Valley Fever fungal spores will be carried by dust storms across 11 states, with cases up 800% since 2000. CDC urges precautions.
Violence and Displacement Behind Mexico's Avocado Trade
Indigenous activist Claudia Ignacio Álvarez reveals the violence, land theft and environmental harm behind Mexico's avocado exports to the US and UK.
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Reform UK Candidate Defends Green Voters Remark
Reform UK's Greater Manchester mayoral candidate Sian Astley stands by comments suggesting Green voters and 'uniparty' MPs should house 'illegal criminals, rapists and economic chancers'.
Labour's Nandy Plans to Boost Mainstream Media on YouTube
Labour's Lisa Nandy proposes forcing YouTube to promote mainstream media content, sparking free speech concerns. Critics say it undermines independent creators and threatens diverse online voices.
Birkenhead Shortlisted for £3m UK Town of Culture Award
Birkenhead has been shortlisted for the inaugural UK Town of Culture award, beating over 400 applicants. The winner receives a £3m grant for a 2028 cultural programme.
Viral European Method to Keep Home Cool in UK Heatwave
A viral TikTok video shares a European method to keep homes cool during the UK heatwave, where temperatures may hit 36°C. Steps include early ventilation and external shading.
Welsh Gov Rules Out Ban on Horse Tethering
The Welsh Government has ruled out changing the law to ban horse tethering, despite a petition with over 13,000 signatures and a rise in welfare reports, including a pony killed on a Cardiff road.
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Undercover Eco Protest Spy Unmasked As Paedophile
Nick Gratwick, convicted of 38 paedophile offences, was a police informer who spied on UK environmental activists in the 1990s and 2000s.
Bird Flu Drives UK Egg Prices to Record Highs
UK egg prices soar as bird flu devastates US hen flocks, with wholesale costs hitting record highs and production down 4%.
Amber Heat Alert Upgraded for Merseyside as Temps Soar
An amber heat alert has been issued for Merseyside and the North West as temperatures reach the high 20s, with potential impacts on health services and vulnerable populations.
Fatal Mountain Lion Attack in Colorado Leads to Euthanasia of Two Cats
Woman found dead on Colorado trail; two mountain lions euthanized after suspected attack. Rare incident prompts investigation.
Greta Thunberg Joins Gaza Aid Flotilla Activists
Greta Thunberg joins activists in a flotilla from Barcelona to break the siege of Gaza, with dozens of vessels expected from Mediterranean ports.
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Bill Gates Calls for Climate Strategy Pivot, Says Crisis Won't End Humanity
Bill Gates urges climate strategy shift from emissions targets to improving lives, saying crisis won't end humanity, contradicting UN warnings.
Roman Treasures Unearthed in Pub Garden Dig
Roman artefacts unearthed in St Albans pub garden dig, open to the public, hailed as huge success by archaeologists.
Taylor Wimpey Fined £300,000 for Sewage Leak
Taylor Wimpey UK Ltd has been fined £300,000 after construction debris caused a sewage leak into Shotton Beck in Sedgefield, County Durham, polluting the stream for seven days.
Princes Street Blaze Shows Fire Service Can't Face More Cuts
The Fire Brigades Union warns that the Princes Street blaze highlights the need for sustained funding and no further cuts to the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, as firefighters faced extra risks from the historic building.
Major Incident Declared as 30,000 Homes in Kent and Sussex Left Without Water
Major incident declared as 30,000 homes in Kent and Sussex face water outages due to cold weather and Storm Goretti, with schools closed and hospitals affected.
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Green Party: £20m Visitor Levy 'Won't Deter Tourists'
Green Party candidate Geraldine Coggins says a £3 nightly visitor levy raising £20m for free bus travel for under-22s won't affect tourism, as the party launches its 2026 mayoral election manifesto.
Father of Groomed Daughter Runs for Mayor in Manchester
Marlon West, Restore Britain candidate, reveals his 14-year-old daughter was groomed, trafficked, and raped, and institutions failed her. He vows to hold services accountable if elected mayor.
Wildlife Spectacle Upstages Traditional Ploughing Match
Storm Amy adds drama to the 181st Wormside Ploughing Match in Herefordshire, where heritage ploughing techniques and wildlife spectacle captivate attendees.
Iran Attacks New US Route in Strait of Hormuz
Iran attacked a new southern shipping route in the Strait of Hormuz, claiming the US attempt to create it undermines a memorandum of understanding, as tensions escalate following Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral.
UK Food Shortages in 5 Years from Ecosystem Collapse
A secret UK intelligence report warns ecosystem collapse could cause food shortages within five years, prompting MPs to demand full publication amid national security fears.
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China Storms: Typhoon and Tornadoes Kill 15, Force Evacuations
Typhoon Maysak and tornadoes have killed at least 15 people in China, with 130,000 evacuated in Guangxi and 100m yuan allocated for disaster relief.
US Renews Strikes on Iran; Iran Hits Kuwait and Bahrain
The US has renewed strikes on Iran for a second day, triggering Iranian attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain. Trump says interim ceasefire is 'over' as escalation derails peace efforts.
Georgia's Soviet-era tea plantations brew up a renaissance
Georgia's tea industry, which collapsed after the Soviet Union, is now thriving in the luxury market as European and US importers rediscover its quality.
The Rewilding of Boothby: Making Nature Profitable
At Boothby Wildland in Lincolnshire, Sir Charles Burrell's rewilding project aims to prove that restoring nature can be profitable, selling biodiversity and carbon credits to investors.
Western Europe Hottest June on Record as Heatwaves Intensify
Western Europe experienced its hottest June on record, with temperatures 3.06°C above average, as heatwaves and wildfires ravage France, Spain, and the UK, highlighting climate change risks.
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Ynys Enlli Field Names Reveal Island's Rich History
Ynys Enlli's 183 named fields tell stories of past inhabitants and farming practices, offering a unique glimpse into the island's history beyond the legend of 20,000 saints buried there.
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