When a Lion Prowled the Streets of Birmingham: The 1889 Escape That Fooled a City
In 1889, a lion escaped from a menagerie in Birmingham and hid in sewers. Owner faked recapture to avoid panic, fooling police and public.
Category : Environment
Lanarkshire Pride back in Hamilton for fourth year
Lanarkshire's fourth annual Pride celebration will be held in Hamilton town centre on Saturday, August 1, featuring a march, entertainment, and stalls on Quarry Street.
£1m tree planting boost for Hamilton and Rutherglen
Hundreds of new trees will be planted in Burnbank, Blantyre and Rutherglen after extra Scottish Government funding for the Clyde climate forest project.
Gardeners Share Banana Peel Trick for Lush Peace Lilies
Peace lilies thrive with potassium-rich banana peel water, a simple weekly trick shared by gardeners for bigger blooms and faster growth.
Schoolgirl, 17, dies after being mauled by friend's dog in Australia
Annalyse Blyton, 17, died after being mauled by a friend's dog in Australia. The mixed-breed dog was shot by police. UK dog attacks also rising.
Animal Rights Activist Guilty in California Chicken Rescue
Zoe Rosenberg found guilty of trespassing and conspiracy for rescuing four chickens from a California processing plant; faces over five years in prison.
UK bluebell season: walkers warned of £5,000 fines for damaging protected flowers
Walkers in UK woodlands warned that bluebells are protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, with fines up to £5,000 for damaging or uprooting them.
Malaysia zoo defends 'chonky' black leopard after viral video
Malaysia's National Zoo defends its care of an overweight black leopard after a viral video sparked jokes and concerns about neglect.
Mum of tragic baby campaigns to end parental rights for abusers
Jo Early, 54, calls for automatic removal of parental responsibility for parents who kill or seriously harm their children, after ex Gavin Gibbs kept contact with daughter Abi despite killing baby Charlie.
Anglian Water Hit With £63m Penalty Over Sewage Failures
Ofwat fines Anglian Water £63m for sewage failures; company to invest in improvements and community fund.
MEN Launches Campaign to Save Jodrell Bank Telescope
The Manchester Evening News launches a campaign to save Jodrell Bank's Lovell Telescope after funding cuts threaten to end its scientific operations by March 2028.
Charity 'disappointed' as council rejects High Borrans review
Friends of High Borrans charity says it is 'disappointed' after North Tyneside Council rejected a Conservative motion to review the closure of the Cumbria outdoor centre.
Plans to Revive Kingston Ancient Market with New Piazza and Toilets
Plans submitted to revive Kingston Ancient Market with new piazza, stalls, restaurant, bar, roof terrace, and public toilets.
Shelter lets dogs choose their owners in real-life version of viral AI videos
A rescue centre lets dogs pick their new owners, inspired by AI-generated videos that went viral online.
Birmingham Faces Flag Ban as Campaigners Seek Injunction
Campaigners urge Birmingham City Council to seek an injunction against the Raise the Colours group over unauthorised display of Union Jack and St George's flags.
Most Polluted Neighbourhoods in Greater Manchester
New data shows all Greater Manchester neighbourhoods exceed WHO air pollution limits, with city centre and north Manchester worst affected.
Greta Thunberg Alleges Harsh Treatment in Israeli Custody After Flotilla Interception
Greta Thunberg reports bedbugs, dehydration, and forced flag holding after Israeli detention during Gaza aid flotilla.
William: Wildfires reflect 'increasingly extreme climate'
Prince William said 'devastating' wildfires across Europe are a 'stark reminder' of extreme climate challenges, as fires rage in France, Spain and the UK.
Pensioner Killed by Seagull Attack in Anglesey
80-year-old dies after seagull attack in Anglesey; neighbours criticise council
Scottish Isles Could Unlock Mystery of Earth's Ancient Snowball Phase
Remote Scottish islands hold unique rock records from before the Snowball Earth ice age 720 million years ago, solving a long-standing geological mystery.
Painter discovers 122-year-old message in a bottle inside Tasmanian lighthouse walls
A painter found a 122-year-old message in a bottle inside Tasmania's Cape Bruny lighthouse, containing a letter about 1903 upgrades.
Highland Cows Removed from Kent Reserve After TikTok Fame Causes Distress
Highland cows at Hothfield Heathlands removed after TikTok fame led to visitors causing distress with selfies and stroking attempts.
Coalition's Net Zero Civil War: The Charade Continues
Coalition's internal fight over net zero reveals lack of policy substance, focus on politics over climate action.
Tuvalu's Sinking Islands: Rising Seas Threaten Existence of Pacific Nation
Tuvalu faces existential threat from rising seas, with two islands on verge of submersion, impacting food, water, and health.
Australia heatwave threatens temperature records and sparks extreme fire danger
Intense heatwave in south-east Australia threatens temperature records, with catastrophic fire danger and total fire bans in several states.
Working dogs top list of breeds needing most exercise, says expert
Working dog breeds, including Boxers and Rottweilers, need the most exercise, says canine expert. Owners urged to consider exercise needs before choosing a breed.
Highland Cows Removed from Kent Reserve After Social Media Frenzy Causes Distress
Highland cows in Kent removed from public view after TikTok fame led to visitors causing distress. Conservation grazing disrupted.
Welsh rugby financial crisis: How many teams can Wales sustain?
Welsh rugby's debate over how many professional teams to support is driven by a financial gap, with WRU funding at £5m per region versus IRFU's £8m per province.
Windermere Bacteria Levels Spark Health Fears
Big Windermere Survey finds high sewage bacteria levels in most of lake, posing health risks to swimmers and wildlife.
North East families struggle to afford basics due to rents
82% of low-income North East families in unaffordable rented accommodation are struggling to afford food, heating, toiletries, and other essentials, according to Joseph Rowntree Foundation.
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