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.
Category : Environment
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.
Drag artist slams UK right-wingers after Berlin Pride attack
Drag artist Crystal has criticised British right-wing politicians for exploiting the Berlin Pride attack to stoke Islamophobia, saying the community does not need their advice.
Rare Wildlife Reunion In British Countryside Sparks Hope
Native red squirrels and beavers return to Britain, sparking rewilding debate over future reintroductions of lynx and wolves.
Liverpool suburb name origins: Pigs to trees
From pig enclosures to aspen trees, the origins of Liverpool's suburb names reveal fascinating history from Old Norse, Old English, and Scandinavian roots.
January Garden Jobs: Leaf Clearance and Winter Tips for a Spring Bloom
January garden tips: clear leaves, turn soil, sow seeds indoors, and feed birds for a beautiful spring garden, says expert David Domoney.
Big Ben protester gets suspended sentence
Daniel Day, 30, received a 14-month suspended prison sentence for climbing Big Ben and causing disruption costing at least £92,000 during a pro-Palestine protest.
Greenpeace activists arrested after Forth Road Bridge protest
Ten Greenpeace activists arrested after abseiling from Forth Road Bridge to block a fracked gas tanker, causing 24-hour delay for Ineos.
Snow Geese Dawn Migration Attracts Crowds in Pennsylvania
Thousands of snow geese lift off at dawn in Pennsylvania's Middle Creek reserve during their spring migration north, drawing large crowds of birdwatchers.
NSW MP Anthony D'Adam Accuses Premier of 'Incredibly Dangerous' Protest Stance
NSW Labor MP Anthony D'Adam criticises Premier Chris Minns over proposal to ban costly protests, warning of threat to civil liberties.
Mount Olympus joins UNESCO World Heritage List (27.07.2026)
Mount Olympus, the highest mountain in Greece and legendary home of the gods, has been officially inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List after 12 years on the waiting list.
Nearly 500 Attend West Lothian Housing Fun Day
Almost 500 people joined Link Group at Creamery Park for the fifth annual Bathgate Summer Fun Day, offering free activities, food, and community connection.
Thailand launches birth control vaccine programme for wild elephants
Thailand introduces birth control vaccine for wild elephants to reduce human-elephant conflict, with 30 deaths reported last year.
Slow Fashion Movement Takes Designers Back to the Farm
Central Saint Martins' new initiative and Fibreshed are reconnecting fashion to farming, promoting local fibres and sustainable production.
Rescued Humpback Whale Timmy Nears North Sea After German Operation
A stranded humpback whale named Timmy has been coaxed onto a barge in the Baltic Sea and is being towed towards the North Sea in a rescue mission funded by two multi-millionaires.
Two Men Charged After Tarpon Dies in Florida Aquarium Break-In
Two men arrested for breaking into Florida Keys aquarium and catching a tarpon that later died. Charged with burglary and illegal fishing.
Rare White-Throated Needletail Spotted in Yorkshire for First Time Since 1991
First confirmed sighting of white-throated needletail in England since 1991 at Tophill Low nature reserve, East Yorkshire.
Blame privatised water firms for hosepipe bans
Letters to the Guardian criticise water companies for prioritising profits over maintenance, leading to more frequent hosepipe bans despite climate crisis.
Miliband takes World Bank seat for climate and development
Ed Miliband will personally take the UK's seat on the World Bank board, signalling that development and climate action will be central to British foreign policy.
Tate's new director faces challenges, not crisis
Jessica Morgan takes over Tate amid visitor decline, staff strikes, and budget cuts, but record-breaking shows suggest exaggerated talk of existential crisis.
Cockroach party win forces Modi ally resignation
The Cockroach Janta party protests in India secured the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, marking a major challenge to Modi's government and reigniting youth dissent.
Top Camping Chairs: Comfort and Portability Tested
After testing 11 models, the Eno Lounger DL wins as best overall camp chair for its balance of comfort, portability, and ease of use, while budget and hiking-friendly options also shine.
Lib Dems: all new UK homes must have air conditioning
The Liberal Democrats propose mandatory air conditioning in new homes to cope with extreme heat, citing homes 'woefully unprepared' for climate crisis.
Ella Baron cartoon: wildfires in France and Spain
Ella Baron's latest cartoon depicts the devastating wildfires sweeping through France and Spain amid extreme heat conditions.
Jill Simpson obituary: Pembrokeshire Coast interpretation officer
Jill Simpson, interpretation officer for Pembrokeshire Coast national park, helped establish refugee support group Croeso Arberth. She died aged 76.
Trisha Silvester obituary: Sreepur Village co-founder dies at 79
Trisha Silvester, co-founder of Sreepur Village charity in Bangladesh, has died aged 79. She helped thousands of women and children, adopted two girls, and was appointed MBE.
US heatwave: 40 million under warnings as heat dome persists
At least 40 million people across central and southern US faced extreme heat warnings on Sunday, with heat indexes above 100°F and parts of the southwest expected to hit 120°F.
EV Sales Surge as Fuel Crisis Drives Record Uptake
More electric vehicles were sold in Australia in the first half of 2026 than in all of 2025, as fuel crisis and new policies push EV share to nearly a quarter of new car sales.
Trump's war and its global consequences
Trump's Iran war has cost billions, raised energy prices worldwide, and trapped the US in a quagmire. The author argues we are all victims of his capricious leadership.
Trauma of honour killings in Pakistan
Mohammad Ramzan's daughter Khalida was killed in a so-called honour killing in Sindh, Pakistan. At least 470 such killings occurred in 2025, with rights groups saying the true toll is higher.
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