WL community projects save money reduce waste with £20k grant
Two community projects in West Lothian received nearly £20,000 to hire staff for sustainability initiatives, diverting over 2.7 tonnes of waste from landfill.
Category : Environment
DIY air conditioner hack for cool bedrooms in UK heatwave
Energy experts advise placing a bowl of ice water in front of a fan to create a homemade air conditioner as UK temperatures hit 33°C.
Water bowl trick cools bedrooms in Wales heatwave
Placing a bowl of water on a windowsill can cool bedrooms at night, say energy experts, as a fourth heatwave hits Wales with drought and wildfires.
Italy demographic collapse: birth rate record low, UK warned
Italy is the oldest EU country with a fertility rate of 1.14, losing 300,000 citizens annually. Experts warn the UK could face a similar crisis.
Binman reveals real reason black bin bags are left behind
A binman explains that black bin bags are often left uncollected for recycling because workers cannot see the contents, leading to contamination. He urges putting recycling loose instead.
Bordeaux wildfires encroach on metropolitan area
Wildfires in south-west France have burned 42,000 hectares and are now encroaching on the Bordeaux metropolitan area, home to 850,000 people, with no evacuation plans yet.
Mersey Care leadership blasted over 'toxic' culture
An NHS England report found a 'pervasive culture of anxiety' at Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust, with staff feeling fearful and unable to speak openly.
Burnham right on rough sleeping but must end all homelessness
Andy Burnham's pledge to end rough sleeping is welcome but only addresses part of homelessness, says Shelter CEO, as over 176,000 children are in temporary accommodation.
Teacher's Hidden Gatorade AI Trap Catches Cheating Students
A teacher added a hidden request for students to write 'Gatorade' three times in an essay prompt to catch AI cheats. One essay was flagged 70% AI and contained the word, confirming the trap.
Invasive Buddleia Plant Damages UK Properties Up to £1M
Buddleia, an invasive plant legal to grow in the UK, can cause up to £1 million in property damage by cracking walls and foundations with its wind-borne seeds.
UK urged to place water bowls on windowsills for cooling
UK households are advised to put bowls of water on windowsills at night to help cool down during the ongoing heatwave, a trick experts call 'surprisingly effective'.
London flights to wildfire-hit Bordeaux, Madrid and Valencia
Flights from London to Bordeaux, Madrid and Valencia still operate despite wildfires that have forced mass evacuations. Tourists urged to avoid affected areas.
Aldi wonky strawberries beat Tesco, tie Waitrose in taste test
A food reviewer compared British strawberries from Aldi, Tesco and Waitrose. Aldi's wonky berries scored 9/10, matching £4 Waitrose, while Tesco's were called 'tasteless'.
UK heatwave: Brits urged to check fridges as 40% struggle
With a new heatwave approaching, experts warn 40% of Britons find storing food harder in summer. AO research highlights fridge overcrowding and offers tips.
Lidl Wellness Wednesdays Give 10% Off Live Well Range
Lidl GB introduces Wellness Wednesdays, offering 10% off Live Well range products via Lidl Plus from 30 July to 2 September 2026, as research shows 70% believe healthy eating costs more.
Exploding laughing gas canisters endanger waste workers as shift to larger cylinders
The ESA warns that reclassifying laughing gas has led to larger cylinders exploding at waste sites, endangering workers and causing millions in damage.
Wildfire map shows outbreaks near France and Spain
A map shows wildfires burning across France and Spain as President Macron calls a crisis meeting, with over 300,000 evacuated and British tourists warned to check ahead.
Gardeners Warned: Netting and Milk Deadly for Hedgehogs
Gardeners warned netting and milk can be deadly for hedgehogs. The Hedgehog Preservation Society advises safe netting, no milk, and proper litter disposal.
Union Condemns 'Illegal' US Forest Service Restructuring
Trump administration's US Forest Service overhaul, including office closures and relocations, faces union claims of illegality and warnings of chaos.
Wildfires Force 250k Evacuations: Macron Calls Emergency Meeting
Over 250,000 people have fled their homes in France as out-of-control wildfires rage. President Macron convened an emergency meeting; Spain also sees mass evacuations.
Santa Marta Talks Mark Ground Zero for Fossil Fuel Phaseout
Colombia hosts first-ever fossil fuel phaseout conference in Santa Marta with 60 countries, amid global energy crisis and renewable energy surge.
Buddhist Monks and Rescue Dog Complete Cross-Country Peace Walk in Washington
Buddhist monks and rescue dog Aloka finish 15-week peace walk from Texas to Washington, DC, promoting mindfulness and unity.
Iceland Volcano Erupts, Evacuations Underway as 2.4km Fissure Opens
A volcanic eruption in Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula opened a 2.4km fissure, prompting evacuations from Blue Lagoon and Grindavík. No infrastructure threat.
Five-minute trick to make your birdbath irresistible to garden birds
Add pebbles to your birdbath to create shallow areas; birds prefer water under 5cm deep. This quick fix attracts robins, wrens, and more.
Cairngorms fire resources sufficient – Gray
Justice Secretary Neil Gray insists emergency services in the Cairngorms had all necessary resources to tackle wildfires, despite backlash and UK military offer.
UK Braces for Fourth Heatwave Amid Wildfire Fears
Emergency services are on alert as the UK faces a fourth heatwave, with southern England expected to reach 33C and wildfire risks persisting.
Hay fever season lengthens by 20 days due to climate change, study finds
Climate crisis extends North American pollen season by 20 days since 1990, worsening allergies and asthma, study finds.
Mistletoe: More Than Just a Christmas Parasite
Exploring mistletoe’s role as a keystone species in Norfolk, from its parasitic nature to ecological importance and traditional uses.
Crispy Chilli Oil and Honey Elevate Avocado Toast
Adding crispy chilli oil and honey to mashed avocado on toast transforms a bland lunch into a restaurant-quality dish, according to a daily habit of several months.
British Columbia to Abolish Clock Changes Permanently
British Columbia will stop changing clocks permanently, joining Creston and Yukon in a move influenced by public opinion and US tensions.
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