Chester Zoo launches Earn Your Stripes tiger fundraiser
Chester Zoo launches Earn Your Stripes, a month-long fundraiser asking supporters to cover 5,000 miles and raise £10,000 to protect endangered tigers.
Category : Environment
Wildlife Charity Praises Community After Tyne Nurdle Spill
Northumberland Wildlife Trust calls for co-ordinated response after 25 tonnes of plastic pellets spilled into River Tyne, praising community clean-up efforts as 'inspiring'.
Nile Fishers Switch to Plastic Collection Amid Pollution Crisis
Nile fishers switch to plastic collection as pollution drives fish away, earning more from waste than fishing.
Burnham's Social Care Reform Gamble
Andy Burnham pushes social care reform despite decades of failure, risking political capital with tax proposals and NHS warnings.
UK rat invasion warning as heatwave fuels 80% callout surge
Pest control callouts for rats have surged 80% in five years amid heatwaves, with new laws banning glue traps and restricting rodenticides, experts warn of health hazards.
Lanarkshire MP urges match on pub rates
Pamela Nash and 25 Scottish Labour MPs urge the Scottish Government to match England's business rates cuts for pubs, clubs and live music venues, warning Scotland's hospitality sector is £200m behind.
Spain Issues New Extreme Heat Warning as Fire Danger Rises
Spain's weather agency warns of very high to extreme fire danger due to a new heatwave, with temperatures reaching 41C in Toledo.
Clean water essential in fight against antimicrobial resistance, says WaterAid
WaterAid urges investment in clean water and hygiene as critical defences against climate-driven antimicrobial resistance.
Cuba's Power Grid Collapses Amid US Oil Blockade
Cuba's national grid collapses, leaving 10 million without power amid US oil blockade sparking protests.
Plant These Bulbs Now for October Blooms
To ensure vibrant autumn blooms, gardeners should plant bulbs now. Discover five varieties including Hesperantha, Nerines, and Cyclamen for October colour.
Hiker Dies After Picking Up Venomous Rattlesnake in Tennessee
A hiker died after picking up a venomous timber rattlesnake in Tennessee's Savage Gulf State Park. Authorities urge caution with wildlife.
London workers hit hardest by Burnham social care tax plan
New PM Andy Burnham's social care plan would see London workers and well-off pensioners pay most, with a 1.8% levy on earnings above £6,240 for over-34s and wealthier elderly covering up to 45% of costs.
Spring Has Sprung: Embrace Seasonal Flavours with Asparagus, Rhubarb, and New Potatoes
Guardian launches new seasonal food magazine; recipes highlight asparagus, rhubarb, and new potatoes for spring dining.
Friend accused of sexual violence? Here's what to do
A friend has committed sexual assault? Experts explain how to handle the allegation, whether to confront them, report them, or end the friendship.
South East Water at Risk of Losing Licence Over Kent and Sussex Outages
South East Water faces possible loss of operating licence after widespread water outages in Kent and Sussex, prompting environment secretary to call for Ofwat review.
Diners Flee Without Paying £330 Bill at Nottinghamshire Pub
Four adults and children fled a Nottinghamshire pub without paying a £330 bill, leaving the venue in a mess and staff intimidated.
French wildfires rage near Bordeaux as heatwave peaks
French wildfires near Bordeaux continue to burn as a heatwave peaks at 41°C, forcing 4,000 more tourists to evacuate the Atlantic coast. The blaze has consumed 42,000 hectares.
Gardening experts urge use of ketchup to revive rusty tools this spring
Gardening experts recommend using ketchup to remove rust from tools and garden furniture before spring, thanks to its natural acids. Simple, effective, and cheap.
Expert Lists Five Seeds to Plant in August for Harvest
Gardening expert Benedict Vanheems recommends planting pak choi, rocket, Chinese cabbage, coriander and turnips in August for a quick-growing harvest that extends into autumn.
Scottish tea fraud: DNA analysis exposes Perthshire grower's audacious deception
A Perthshire tea grower's audacious fraud involving fake Scottish tea plantations was exposed by DNA analysis.
UK train services halved due to repeated heatwaves
South Western Railway will halve services between Yeovil and Exeter from August 10 due to prolonged hot, dry weather causing rail embankment clay shrinkage.
Single dad loses 15st by ditching £8k McDonald's habit
Brad Rogers, 54, dropped from 26st 7lb to 11st 7lb after spending £8,000 a year on McDonald's and joining the Man v Fat weight-loss programme.
Vets Warn of Common Spring Plants Toxic to Pets
Veterinary experts warn pet owners of toxic spring plants including daffodils, tulips, snowdrops and bluebells, plus other seasonal risks like ticks and hay fever.
Toddler woke up grey before rare brain injury diagnosis
A two-year-old boy from Liverpool woke from a nap looking grey and was later diagnosed with a rare lifelong brain condition called Periventricular Leukomalacia (PVL).
Greta Thunberg Joins Gaza Aid Ship Despite Israeli Warship Threat
Greta Thunberg joins Gaza flotilla to break Israel's blockade; Game of Thrones actor also on board.
Keep Hedgehogs Wild, Not Pets, Says Wildlife Hospital
Tiggywinkles Wildlife Hospital urges the public not to keep hedgehogs as pets, advising to leave healthy ones wild and contact experts if injured.
BBC Breakfast Interrupted for Japan Earthquake Death Announcement
Jon Kay paused BBC Breakfast to announce at least 13 deaths from a magnitude 6.8 earthquake in Japan, with rescuers racing against time.
Volunteer 'Wombles' Battle England's Rising Fly-Tipping Crisis
Volunteer groups like the Wombles are tackling England's record fly-tipping crisis as incidents rise 10% in a year. Causes include council cuts and rogue operators.
Legal action against South West Water expanded across Devon and Cornwall over sewage pollution
Group legal claim against South West Water expanded to include thousands more in Devon and Cornwall over sewage pollution harming businesses and individuals.
New Forest Pony Tradition Cancelled After Deadly Flu
A centuries-old New Forest tradition has been cancelled for the first time in 30 years after a deadly outbreak of equine influenza killed dozens of free-roaming ponies.
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