‘The sums don’t add up’: UK farmers struggle as Iran war drives up costs
UK farmers face soaring fertiliser costs due to Iran conflict, threatening food prices and farm viability.
Category : Environment
UK households urged to put kitchen tin foil in windows
Kitchen tin foil can reflect sunlight and keep homes cooler during the 33C heatwave forecast for Wednesday, July 29, experts say.
Thousands of dead fish wash up on Gold Coast beach as heatwave suspected
Thousands of dead fish wash up on Gold Coast's The Spit; suspected marine heatwave causes low oxygen. Authorities investigate, but water deemed safe for swimming.
Pro-Palestine Activists Shut Down London's Tower Bridge
Pro-Palestine activists closed Tower Bridge for an hour in London as police intervened. The protest demanded a ceasefire in Gaza.
Record butterfly egg numbers after hedges left wild
Brown hairstreak butterfly lays record eggs in south Wales after landowners reduce annual hedge flailing, giving rare species a boost.
Expert Advice on Using Out-of-Date Seeds
Experts suggest that out-of-date seeds can still be planted, with some lasting over five years; proper storage and germination tests improve success.
Sankey Canal gets £230k lottery grant for heritage
A £230,000 National Lottery Heritage Fund grant will improve heritage, wildlife and access along the Sankey Canal, including repairs to the world's first staircase lock.
Fire Disrupts Cop30 Climate Summit in Brazil
Fire at Cop30 in Brazil causes evacuation and delays; 13 treated for smoke inhalation. Talks on fossil fuel transition disrupted.
Massive 150kg Bull Shark Caught Near Sydney Harbour Attack Site
A 150kg bull shark was caught near the spot where 12-year-old Nico Antic died in a shark attack in Sydney Harbour.
Jodrell Bank director grateful as campaign hits 1,000 signatures
The associate director of Jodrell Bank thanked supporters as the M.E.N.'s campaign to save the iconic centre from funding cuts passed 1,000 signatures.
UK households told to use tinfoil on windows for heatwave
Brits are urged to cover windows with tinfoil as a heatwave hits from July 28-30, with experts saying it can reduce heat and glare by up to 99%.
80p kitchen staple stops flies and maggots in bins, says cleaning guru
Cleaning guru reveals that sprinkling 80p salt on bin bags kills maggots and stops flies breeding in food waste caddies.
Gardeners Urged to Use Garlic to Deter Pests This Winter
Gardeners are urged to use garlic in gardens this winter to naturally repel rats and slugs, according to pest control experts.
Reform Mayor Andrea Jenkyns Courted US Oil Executive for Lincolnshire Fracking
Reform mayor Andrea Jenkyns courted US oil executive George Yates to bring fracking to Lincolnshire, despite UK ban and local opposition.
Charity slams councils over Luss litter crisis
Friends of Loch Lomond chair John Urquhart blasts Argyll and Bute Council and National Park for failing to manage litter in Luss village after heatwave, as charity offers 18 bins for deployment.
Japan Earthquake: 6.8 Magnitude Strikes Kumamoto, Collapses Building
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake in Kumamoto, Japan, caused a shopping centre to partially collapse, trapping people. The quake hit at 4.27pm local time at a depth of 10km, registering the highest level on Japan's Shindo scale.
PlayStation Boycott Over Physical Games and Content Deletions
Gamers plan to boycott PlayStation in August to protest Sony's decision to stop physical game copies in 2028 and its deletion of purchased movies and TV shows from libraries due to licensing expirations.
France and Spain battle wildfires, evacuations continue
Nearly 4,000 people evacuated from Lacanau, France, as winds and extreme heat reignite wildfire fears. Macron calls situation toughest since WWII.
Progressive Faith Groups Use Religious Freedom Laws in Five Ways
Progressive religious communities are increasingly leveraging religious freedom laws to protect civil liberties, from abortion access to immigrant sanctuary and Native American sacred sites.
Prosecute Climate Crimes with Existing Laws
Existing criminal laws like reckless endangerment and involuntary manslaughter can be used to prosecute big oil for climate disasters, argues Aaron Regunberg in an opinion piece.
Mystery of the vanished beef joint and other letters
A reader recounts how her dog ate a whole beef joint, while others discuss short illnesses in obituaries, Andy Burnham's office move, brunch, and dinner definitions.
British chicken farmers rebut George Monbiot's river pollution claims
British Poultry Council and NFU respond to George Monbiot, arguing chicken farms are regulated and manure is responsibly used
Alonso avoids Welbeck, Henderson questions after Chelsea win
Xabi Alonso refused to confirm interest in Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson after Chelsea's 6-4 pre-season victory over Western Sydney Wanderers, citing squad balance.
High Court Gives Green Light to Wimbledon Expansion Plans
High Court rules Wimbledon expansion not blocked by land-use trust, allowing 38 new courts and stadium on former golf club site.
George Lucas pledges $1bn for affordable housing after neighbours block studio plans
George Lucas plans 224 affordable homes on his California ranch after neighbours blocked a film studio, sparking controversy.
How to Detox Your Kitchen: Three Simple Steps to Avoid PFAS and Microplastics
Expert tips to reduce PFAS and microplastics in your kitchen: replace plastic utensils, choose safe cookware, and avoid bamboo cutting boards with toxic glues.
Swansea Council net zero target faces fleet challenges
Swansea Council has reduced carbon emissions by 23.5% but says its vehicle fleet is unlikely to be fully electric by 2030 due to finances and resources.
Firefighters' Koala Rescue Amid Australian Bushfires
Volunteer firefighters rescue koalas, kangaroos, and possums amid devastating Australian bushfires in South Australia and NSW.
Dog owners told to keep home above 10°C this winter, says RSPCA
RSPCA advises keeping home between 10°C and 25°C for dogs this winter to prevent hypothermia and frostbite.
Andy Burnham gives £4,500 to Universal Credit households
Andy Burnham has announced £4,500 payments for some Universal Credit households, while the Prime Minister unveiled separate plans on Tuesday.
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