Study: Two Burgers a Week Key to Saving Planet
Report urges cutting meat to two burgers weekly, expanding public transport, and phasing out coal faster to meet climate goals.
Category : Environment
Marine biologist fined for 'crustacean jailbreak' at Weymouth restaurant
Marine biologist Emma Smart pleaded guilty to criminal damage after taking a live crayfish from a Weymouth restaurant and throwing it into the harbour.
Indonesia’s first giant panda cub Rio to make public debut
Indonesia's first giant panda cub, Rio, is set to make his public debut later this month, thriving at 169 days old.
Australia's January heatwave made five times more likely by climate change, analysis finds
Human-caused global heating made Australia's January heatwave five times more likely, worsening bushfire conditions, analysis finds.
Government Sets Out Plans to Halve School Attainment Gap in England
Government plans to halve England's school attainment gap with white paper proposing funding overhaul, regional programmes, and Send reforms.
Over 1,000 Methane ‘Super-Emitters’ Detected, Posing Grave Climate Threat
Over 1,000 super-emitting methane leaks from fossil fuel sites detected in 2022, with 55 future 'methane bombs' threatening climate goals.
Cleanup Underway After 2,000-Gallon Oil Spill in Los Angeles River
Over 2,000 gallons of crude oil spilled into LA River after a pipeline ruptured. Cleanup underway with booms and skimming.
Fairfield Montana Water Crisis Deepens as Infrastructure Fails
Small town in Montana faces severe water shortage due to drought and old pipes; half of water lost to leaks.
Hidden Gem Beach Near Newcastle with Crystal Waters
Embleton Bay in Northumberland offers golden sands, crystal-clear waters, and views of Dunstanburgh Castle, all just an hour from Newcastle.
Seagull 'Coordinated' Attacks on Children at Inverness Easter Egg Hunt Prompt Warning
Coordinated seagull attacks at an Inverness Easter egg hunt prompt warnings from authorities, with 16 incidents reported and calls for public vigilance.
At least 27 dead in illegal rat-hole coal mine blast in India
Explosion at illegal 'rat-hole' coal mine in Meghalaya kills at least 27; rescue hampered by remote location and lack of equipment.
Europe on high alert as fourth heatwave fuels wildfires
France and Spain battle wildfires amid fourth heatwave, with temperatures hitting low 40s; two firefighters killed in Greece.
Greenland’s Dog Sled Champion Warns of Climate Change Threat to Tradition
Greenland's dog sled champion Jørgen Kristensen says rising temperatures are destroying sea ice and snow, threatening a thousand-year-old tradition and Inuit culture.
Could First Newborn Great White Shark Be Caught on Film?
A YouTuber and researcher may have captured the first footage of a newborn great white shark off California, but experts urge caution.
US states sue Trump EPA over repeal of climate endangerment finding
24 US states sue Trump EPA over repeal of the 2009 endangerment finding that underpins climate regulations, calling it illegal.
Harcourt Bushfire Survivors Face Rebuild After 54 Homes Lost
Harcourt bushfire survivors begin rebuild after 54 homes lost; community rallies support.
Over 80 Endangered Green Sea Turtles Found Dead In Nsw
At least 32 endangered green turtles found dead on NSW beaches with unusual bleeding eyes; investigation underway.
Gaza Family's Garden Becomes Act of Rebellion Amid Bombardment
A family in Gaza plants a garden as an act of rebellion, providing food and hope amid Israeli bombardment.
Just Stop Oil Activists Spray Paint Private Jets at Stansted
Two Just Stop Oil activists sprayed orange paint on private jets at Stansted, where Taylor Swift's plane is parked. Arrests made, airport operations unaffected.
Buxton's Migration Fears Fuel Reform UK Support Despite No Local Asylum Hotels
Buxton, Peak District: no asylum hotels but strong Reform UK support over migration fears. Generational divide, local concerns about pressure on services.
EU chief: wildfires could engulf all of Europe within days
EU emergency chief Maria Zuber warns wildfires could engulf 'all of Europe' within days as blazes rage in France, Spain, Greece and Portugal.
Two dead after monkeys cause stampede at Indian temple
Two dead after monkeys cause stampede and electrocutions at an Indian temple in Uttar Pradesh during the holy month of Shravan.
Queensland Rejects Visitor Cap for K'gari Despite Warnings from Traditional Owners
Traditional owners warn that rejecting a visitor cap for K'gari will destroy its world heritage status, as dingo attacks rise due to overcrowding.
Heatwave Puts Pressure on UK Water Supplies as Firms Urge Conservation
UK water firms urge conservation amid heatwave; Severn Trent makes emergency deliveries, United Utilities warns of hosepipe ban.
Major Incident Declared as Wildfire Near Sizewell B
A major incident has been declared as about 90 firefighters battle a large-scale wildfire on National Trust land near Sizewell B nuclear power plant.
Major Incident Declared as Wildfire Near UK Nuclear Plant
A major incident has been declared as firefighters battle a large-scale wildfire at Dunwich Heath, moving towards St James' Church, with 90 crews on scene near Sizewell B nuclear power plant.
Hydrangea planting mistake that could spoil your blooms
Planting hydrangeas too close restricts airflow, leading to fungal diseases and fewer blooms. Prune or transplant to fix, and fertilise sparingly.
Climate change driving surge in urban rat numbers, study finds
Study finds rat numbers rising in 11 of 16 global cities due to warming temperatures, with Toronto facing a 'perfect rat storm'.
Wildfires Rage Across Southern Europe, Forcing Evacuations and Tour de France Ban
Wildfires across southern Europe force thousands to flee, prompt Tour de France spectator ban amid 'powder keg' conditions.
Shark Expert Slams Tony Abbott Over Cull Call After Sydney Attack
Shark expert criticises Tony Abbott's cull call after Coogee attack; experts advocate drones instead.
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