Giant swing in Swiss Alps tackles climate change
A giant swing called BalancAIR has opened 2,110m above the Swiss Alps, offering panoramic views and a response to shrinking snow due to climate change.
Category : Environment
Stay Cool Without Air Conditioning: 13 Budget-Friendly Tips for UK Homes
Discover cheap, easy ways to cool your home without air conditioning during the UK heatwave, using fans, curtains, and houseplants.
DRC Opens Gorilla Habitats to Oil Drilling
DRC launches oil licensing round on 52 blocks, endangering gorilla habitats and peatlands, affecting 39 million people.
Half of Brits Mute Group Chats to Dodge Holiday Planning
Only 24% of Brits are 'holiday heroes' who plan trips, while 46% mute WhatsApp chats to avoid responsibility, research finds.
Brits warned: don't sit under trees in heatwave
Normanby Hall Country Park warns visitors against picnicking under trees as prolonged hot weather weakens branches, posing serious risk.
Tunbridge Wells Water Outage Set to Continue After Recurring Treatment Issue
Thousands in Tunbridge Wells face extended water outage after South East Water's treatment issue reoccurs, schools shut, and MP calls for CEO resignation.
Environmental Concerns Spark Calls for Balloon Ban in UK
Environmentalists and a balloon seller call for UK ban on balloon releases due to wildlife harm, with alternatives like bubbles and memorial benches.
Raploch War Memorial Project Seeks Final £10,000
Raploch war memorial campaign has raised £28,000 but needs £10,000 more to complete the monument and remembrance books.
Author slams Aldi toilet set with phone tray
Author Louisa Guise has criticised Aldi for selling a toilet set with a smartphone tray, calling it 'irresponsible' and claiming it encourages phone addiction.
New Tarantula Genus Discovered with Exceptionally Long Genitalia
A new tarantula genus with males possessing exceptionally long genitalia has been discovered in the Arabian Peninsula and Horn of Africa.
Wildlife centres overwhelmed with hedgehogs in heatwave
Animal rescue centres are at maximum capacity with hedgehogs and foxes suffering heatstroke amid record temperatures, RSPCA says, urging gardeners to create shaded spaces.
Bordeaux wildfires threaten city of 850,000
A massive wildfire near Bordeaux, home to 850,000 people, has burned over 42,000 hectares amid extreme heat, with the next hours critical for firefighters.
Lady Bagot's Drive: Peaceful Walk in Clocaenog Forest
Discover Lady Bagot's Drive, a 3.9-mile circular walk in North Wales' Clocaenog Forest, featuring stunning gorge scenery, rare red squirrels, and a tea room.
Dog crying in cage on mountain needs new home
A two-year-old dog without a name was found crying in a cage on a mountainside in Greece and is now ready for adoption in the UK after being rescued.
UK bees hit by heatwaves and Asian hornets
UK bumblebee populations decline as heatwaves and Asian hornets threaten hives. Experts warn of a double problem with rising temperatures and invasive predators.
Fruit flies vanish with 2 household items on windowsill
A simple trap using white vinegar and washing-up liquid on a windowsill can eliminate fruit flies, says cleaning expert Lynsey Crombie.
Throwlines on Tyne: life-saving equipment highlighted
Reporter Owen Younger visited Newcastle Quayside to highlight throwlines that can save lives along the Tyne, with 23 now installed between St Peter's Basin and Redheugh Bridge.
Earth’s fungal networks need urgent protection, researchers warn
Only 9.5% of fungal biodiversity hotspots protected; experts warn of risks to climate and agriculture.
Carluke care home and Street Level partnership blossoms
Milton Grange Care Home in Carluke has partnered with youth charity Street Level to revitalise gardens and foster intergenerational friendships through the Grafters Gardening Project.
From Poo to Profit: UK Water Firms Harness 'White Gold' of Biogas
UK water firms are turning human waste into biogas and electricity, cutting costs and generating profit. Explore the 'poo power' revolution.
France Wildfires: Thousands Evacuated as Heat Rises
Nearly 4,000 people ordered to evacuate from France's Atlantic coast as rising temperatures threaten to exacerbate devastating wildfires in the Gironde region.
White-tailed eagles to return to Exmoor skies despite farmer concerns
Up to 20 white-tailed eagles to be released in Exmoor over three years, expanding reintroduction from Isle of Wight.
Climate activists rally in New York for solar power in 'Sun Day' events
Hundreds of environmentalists gathered in New York for 'Sun Day' rallies supporting solar power, amid over 500 actions nationwide.
Shared live music experiences extend healthy life, neuroscientist says
A new survey reveals Brits spend 379 hours a year listening to music alone, but neuroscientist Dr Julia Jones says shared live music experiences can boost mental health and social bonds.
Creamy Potato Salad: The Secret Ingredient
Transform your potato salad with a teaspoon of truffle oil for a creamy, decadent side dish perfect for barbecues and picnics.
Jeremy Clarkson warns UK farming 'impossible' as Diddly Squat Farm faces losses
Jeremy Clarkson warns UK farming is 'impossible' as his Diddly Squat Farm left 200 acres unplanted, with fire risk also a concern.
Live music boosts wellbeing but most listening solo
Music fans spend 379 hours a year listening alone, but a neuroscientist says live events have a bigger impact on wellbeing.
One Window Mistake in 33C Heat Can Cause Damp
Opening a single window in the coolest room during a 33C heatwave can draw in humid air, leading to condensation, musty smells, and mould, experts warn.
Amazon Tribe's First Birth in Years Brings Hope Against Extinction
The Akuntsu tribe, reduced to three women, sees first birth in years as baby boy Akyp is born to Babawru, raising hopes for survival and Amazon protection.
Petition urges ban on disposable barbecues amid UK wildfires
A petition with over 8,700 signatures calls for a nationwide ban on disposable barbecues, as firefighters battle severe wildfires in moorlands across Britain.
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