£1 kitchen staple cayenne pepper keeps rats away
Rats hate cayenne pepper, a cheap kitchen staple available for £1 at supermarkets, that can be used to create a natural deterrent to keep homes rodent-free.
Category : Environment
UK tourists warned over cyclospora outbreak in Mexico
UKHSA warns of sharp rise in cyclospora cases among British tourists in Mexico, with 67 cases recorded between April and July, causing explosive diarrhoea.
UK extreme summer: drought, heatwaves, wildfires, deaths
The UK faces ongoing extreme heat and drought, with wildfires, record temperatures, and warnings of highest heat-related deaths. Half of England is in drought, and farmers urge climate adaptation.
Sharp Rise in Cyclospora Cases Linked to Mexico
UK reports 67 cyclospora infections from April to July, mostly linked to Mexico travel. UKHSA warns of parasite causing explosive diarrhoea.
Fly infestation in Congleton forces residents to leave
Residents of West Heath, Congleton, battle fly swarms inside homes daily, with some considering moving. A 1,000-signature petition calls for action.
Hundreds evacuated as wildfire at Dunwich Heath, Suffolk
A major incident was declared after a large wildfire at Dunwich Heath, Suffolk, forced the evacuation of around 200 caravans and prompted road closures.
Welsh gardeners urged to offer mealworms to robins in summer
Robins struggle to find food in summer heat. Feeding mealworms helps them survive. Avoid bread and hard foods to prevent harm.
Robins thrive in summer if gardeners leave mealworms outside
Robins struggle to find food in summer as worms burrow deep in dry soil. Leaving out mealworms helps them and their chicks thrive, says the Woodland Trust.
UKHSA Warns of Explosive Diarrhoea Rise in Travellers
UKHSA reports a sharp rise in Cyclospora infections causing explosive diarrhoea, primarily linked to travel to Mexico. 67 cases recorded since April.
Feed Mealworms to Robins This Summer, Expert Advises
Robins struggle in summer heat; leaving out mealworms helps them thrive, says Woodland Trust expert Rachel Hoskins. Mealworms provide protein and hydration.
4 golden rules for heatwave gardening by Ryan Dowsell
Gardening expert Ryan Dowsell warns against four common heatwave mistakes: move containers to shade, avoid pruning, water new plants, and rehydrate hydrophobic compost.
Seven banned items for food waste caddies
New food waste bin rules in England ban seven items including packaging, oils, and liquids; incorrect items mean the caddy won't be collected.
Binman reveals tips to prevent maggots in bins
A refuse collector shares his top methods to avoid maggots in wheelie bins, including double-bagging odorous food, keeping bins in shade, and freezing food waste.
Peak District renamed 'Peaq District' for Skoda ad
The Peak District National Park has temporarily renamed itself the 'Peaq District' as part of a promotional campaign with Skoda, sparking anger from campaigners over selling naming rights.
First pine marten kits spotted in Exmoor reintroduction
A female pine marten with four kits has been filmed on Exmoor, marking the first evidence of successful breeding since 19 pine martens were released last September. The project also released 15 on Dartmoor.
Binman shares top tips to stop maggots in wheelie bins
A binman advises double-bagging smelly food, keeping bins in shade, and freezing food waste to prevent maggot infestations.
Kate Garraway warns after breaking news on wildfire drought
Kate Garraway and Adil Ray present GMB as breaking news reveals a major wildfire in Suffolk and drought declared across half of England.
Race against tide: 1,000 volunteers clean nurdles from NE beaches
More than 1,000 volunteers are in a 'race against tide' to clean up plastic nurdles from North East beaches after a spill following a ship collision, with community efforts outpacing official response.
AI Errors in Social Work Records Pose Serious Risks
AI transcription tools used by UK councils produce errors like false suicidal ideation and gibberish, risking care decisions, research finds.
Chris Packham urges Labour to prioritise environment to counter far right
Chris Packham advises Labour to adopt environmental policies, lower voting age, ban trail hunting, and fix sewage crisis to win back voters and counter the far right.
UK Foreign Office urges travellers to print insurance policy
The Foreign Office advises holidaymakers to print their travel insurance policy and keep it separate from their phone, amid wildfires in France and Spain.
London Wildfire Threat 'Very High' as Drought Declared
London is facing a 'very high' wildfire threat as the capital officially enters drought, with temperatures easing to 27°C after 34°C.
Boxing Day Hunts to Proceed Despite Covid and Calls for Ban
Boxing Day trail hunts proceed despite Covid and Labour's call for a ban on public land, with Countryside Alliance accusing party of anti-rural policies.
Mystery Pink Slime on Tasmanian Beaches Raises Alarm
Pink slime on Tasmanian beaches prompts fears of algal bloom; samples sent for testing amid concerns for marine life and public safety.
Small garden look bigger with £15 fence paint trick
Painting your garden fence with lighter colors like off-white or light grey for about £15 can make your small outdoor space feel more spacious and brighter, according to experts.
Ancient Asteroid Impact Unleashed Mega Tsunami In North Sea
Scientists confirm Silverpit Crater in North Sea was created by asteroid impact 43-46 million years ago, triggering a 100m tsunami.
GMB Covers Suffolk Wildfire Major Incident Breaking News
Good Morning Britain reported a major incident as a large wildfire in Suffolk forced evacuations. Around 90 firefighters battled the blaze amid drought conditions across half of England.
Dovestone Reservoir closed as wildfire major incident continues
Dovestone Reservoir is now fully closed to the public due to a major wildfire incident. Oldham Council has imposed traffic restrictions. Fire crews continue to tackle hotspots.
Make a small garden bigger with £15 fence paint hack
Painting your garden fence a lighter colour can make your outdoor space feel more spacious and brighter, starting from around £15.
Binman shares ways to prevent maggots in your bin
A binman known as The No1 Binman reveals simple tricks to stop maggots, including double-bagging smelly food and keeping bins in shade.
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