No Mow May Gains Momentum as Gardeners Embrace Wild Lawns, Charity Says
Plantlife urges gardeners to skip mowing in May for No Mow May, citing increased participation and benefits for wildlife.
Category : Environment
Hardknott Pass: UK's steepest road used by Romans and tanks
Hardknott Pass, one of the UK's steepest roads with a 33% gradient, was built by Romans, used for tank training, and now draws cyclists worldwide.
Cop30 Reaches Fragile Climate Deal Amid Political Storm
Cop30 summit in Belém reaches fragile climate deal despite divisions; UN warns world not winning climate fight but cooperation survives.
Turkey Wildfires Kill Eight as Tourist Resorts Hit
Wildfires in southern Turkey kill eight, ravage tourist resorts, and force evacuations. EU sends aid as blazes affect multiple European countries.
The Kindness of a Stranger: How a Doll Changed a Refugee Child's Life
A refugee child recalls how a stranger's gift of a doll at a fair became a lifelong lesson in kindness and empathy.
Suffolk wildfire near nuclear plant burns 140 football pitches
Hundreds evacuated as Dunwich Heath wildfire rages near Sizewell nuclear plants. Firefighters battle 'unprecedented' blaze that has burned 100 hectares.
Farewell to Stream Cottage: A Kent Countryside Chronicle
A moving day reflection on leaving a Kent cottage, highlighting its seasonal wildlife interactions from deathwatch beetles to parasitic wasp larvae.
Cook bacon and steak in a cold pan for juicier meat
A butcher expert reveals the common mistake of using a hot pan for bacon and fatty steak, and explains why starting with a cold pan yields better texture and flavour.
Labour Pledges to Halt Wildlife Decline and Protect 30% of UK Land and Sea by 2030
Labour commits to halting species decline and protecting 30% of UK land and sea by 2030, criticising Conservatives for nature depletion.
Beavers Create Wetlands That Boost Drought Resilience
Beaver wetlands in Devon remain lush even during drought, providing refuge for wildlife and helping humans by holding water, slowing flow, and reducing fire risk.
US Park Ranger Dies in Crevasse Fall on Alaska's Denali
US park ranger Robin Pendery dies after falling into a crevasse on Alaska's Denali mountain, a week after three Latvian climbers perished.
Two dead and hundreds evacuated as massive wildfire ravages Cyprus
Two dead, 14 villages evacuated, and RAF Chinook deployed as 44C wildfire ravages Cyprus, destroying homes.
Missing British Hiker Found Dead in Italian Alps After Final Selfie
Matthew Hall, 33, from Hull, found dead in Italian Alps after sending final selfie and text saying he was lost. Body recovered by helicopter.
California Chemical Leak Fears Persist as Evacuation Order Affects 40,000
40,000 evacuated in Orange County, California, over chemical leak from GKN Aerospace tank; fears of explosion or spill persist.
England's Water Crisis: The Leaking Truth
England faces water shortages despite rainy reputation, with drought risks, population growth and climate change threatening supplies.
Suffolk wildfire forces holiday park evacuation
A major incident has been declared after a wildfire at Dunwich Heath in Suffolk led to the evacuation of Cliff House Holiday Park, with crews expecting to fight the blaze for up to 48 hours.
Rare Rhino Calf Born At UK Safari Park A Symbol Of Hope
A male southern white rhino calf named Stanley born at Knowsley Safari, symbol of hope for near-threatened species.
Lula Calls for ‘New Amazon Dream’ at Regional Summit
Lula pledges zero deforestation by 2030 as Amazon summit opens, but joint declaration falls short of collective target.
Wildfires Ravage Greek Islands, France, Spain as Europe Burns
Raging wildfires force mass evacuations on Crete, Paros, Andros; three firefighters killed; France battles huge blazes; EU warns of all Europe on fire.
99-year-old former farmer returns to Stranraer Show
A 99-year-old former farmer fulfilled his wish to show a cow one more time at the Stranraer Agricultural Show, with help from his care home and a fellow farmer.
Andy Burnham: ditch AI hiring and Zoom interviews
Prime Minister Andy Burnham calls on employers to abandon Zoom interviews and AI CV filtering, advocating traditional hiring to help young people enter the workforce.
Husband's 'Horror Film Death' Widow Urges PM on Assisted Dying
Lucy Davenport, who witnessed her husband's agonising death despite 'gold standard' palliative care, has urged PM Andy Burnham not to delay assisted dying legislation.
Experts Urge Gardeners to Use Natural Rat Deterrents This Summer
UK gardeners urged to use natural methods like peppermint oil and catnip to deter rats this summer; ants also a concern.
Greek monk seals face new threat from tourism boom
Mediterranean monk seals in Greece, half the global population, face threats from unregulated tourism despite conservation efforts and new marine protected areas.
Alan Titchmarsh's Four-Step Guide to Perfect Garden Borders
Alan Titchmarsh shares a simple four-step method for creating year-round garden borders.
White-Tailed Eagles Return to Exmoor After 200 Years
White-tailed eagles return to Exmoor after 200 years as part of a reintroduction project led by Forestry England and the Roy Dennis Wildlife Foundation.
Wildfires Rage Across Greek Islands and Southern Europe
Wildfires on Crete, Paros, and Andros force evacuations; three firefighters die in Greece as blazes also hit France, Portugal, Spain, and Turkey.
Carlo Petrini, Slow Food founder, dies aged 76
Carlo Petrini, founder of the Slow Food movement, has died at 76. Italy's president leads tributes for the campaigner who promoted sustainability and local cuisine.
Tourist Trampled by Elephant After Attempting Risky Selfie in Indian Forest
Tourist Basavaraju trampled by elephant in India after trying to take selfie in restricted forest; fined 25,000 rupees.
Crete Wildfires: Thousands Evacuated Near Rethymno
Around 8,000 people were evacuated overnight in Rethymno, Crete, as fast-moving wildfires destroyed homes and agricultural land. Two firefighters died battling the blaze.
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