Britons face hosepipe bans as 2.8bn litres leak daily
Millions of Britons face hosepipe bans while water companies leak 2.8 billion litres daily, campaigners say, urging action on ageing infrastructure.
Category : Environment
Water Companies Could Face Profit Ban Under Proposed Overhaul
A new commission may ban English water companies from making a profit, shifting to not-for-profit models to address pollution and debt.
UN holds emergency talks over sky-high accommodation costs at Cop30 in Brazil
UN holds emergency talks over soaring hotel prices at Cop30 in Belém, Brazil, with developing countries warning they could be priced out of negotiations.
Trump Revives Cold War 'Communist Menace' Warnings
Donald Trump, a child of the cold war, has revived anti-communist rhetoric in 2025, warning of a 'communist menace' in the US and targeting leftist groups like the DSA.
Spain wildfire 'out of extinguishing capacity' in Europe
A wildfire in Spain's Castellón province has grown beyond firefighting capacity, while fires in France and Spain have forced over 300,000 people to evacuate.
Cuba water crisis: power cuts leave taps dry
Nearly 3 million Cubans face severe water shortages as power cuts leave taps dry, forcing residents to queue, haul water or rely on informal sellers.
Functional drinks: do they live up to the hype?
Electrolyte lemonades, probiotic pops, and CBD drinks promise calm, energy, and beauty. But can a canned drink really deliver? We investigate and taste-test.
Defeating authoritarianism through belonging
A survey found 85 million Americans are disaffected and less likely to vote. Democratic revival requires building community and civic homes to transform bystanders into active citizens.
France and Spain battle wildfires as Bordeaux blaze threatens
Firefighters in France are battling a huge wildfire near Bordeaux that has consumed an area four times the size of Paris, as Spain also fights blazes. More than 375,000 have been evacuated.
Decadence Without Pleasure: A Cultural Critique
Modern culture offers abundance but feels joyless. A critique of tech-optimized pleasures, from GLP-1s to AI, and a call to reclaim embodied sensation.
Maximalist summer dinner tips from chef Mariana Velásquez
Chef Mariana Velásquez shares her secrets for a last-minute gathering that feels thoughtful, from dips to dulce de leche, and the importance of a hidden plunger.
Online network coercing children to self-harm
The FBI has issued urgent warnings about 764, a global online community where children are manipulated into acts of violence. Hundreds of investigations are under way worldwide.
Census to count LGBTQ+ Australians for first time
August 2026 census will ask about sexual orientation, sex at birth and gender. Activists say change comes after years of campaigning and personal cost.
Australian tribunal protects Israeli siblings refusing IDF
Three Israeli siblings fearing persecution for refusing military service in Gaza have been granted the right to reapply for protection visas in Australia.
Mitzvah notes: teaching kids kindness through small acts
A mother explains how mitzvah notes – small notes praising acts of kindness – help build a mindset of goodness in children and connect them to something bigger.
New Jersey bans surveillance pricing law
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill signed the Fair Price Protection Act, banning businesses from using personal data to charge different prices for identical products, making it the third US state to do so.
Mount Olympus Joins Unesco World Heritage List
Greece's Mount Olympus, mythical home of the gods, has been inscribed on Unesco's World Heritage List as a mixed site, alongside D-Day beaches and Japanese capitals.
Wyoming commissioner defends Swastika Lake amid renaming efforts
Wyoming commissioner Terri Jones defends Swastika Lake's name, calling renaming efforts 'communist', as proposals to change it emerge.
Net Zero Backlash: Joyce and McCormack Move to Scrap 2030 Target
Barnaby Joyce and Michael McCormack push to scrap Australia's 2030 net zero target. 2035 target still undecided amid political debate and business concerns.
Greta Thunberg Arrested at London Palestine Protest
Greta Thunberg arrested in London after displaying placard supporting Palestine Action prisoners; two others held for criminal damage at Aspen Insurance protest.
UK Faces Fourth Heatwave and Severe Fire Risk
A fourth heatwave is set to hit the UK, bringing highs of 32-33C and an increased risk of exceptionally severe fires, with a yellow heat alert issued for several regions.
Crushed Eggshells Boost Spring Gardens Naturally
UK households are urged to put crushed eggshells in gardens in January for slug deterrence, slow-release fertiliser, and compost enhancement.
Amanda Redman: Homelessness and humanity concerns
Amanda Redman speaks about worsening homelessness in London and hostility towards migrants, urging more humanity. She also discusses her new directing project.
EPA Chief Met Bayer CEO Before Supreme Court Glyphosate Fight, Records Show
EPA chief met Bayer CEO in June to discuss Supreme Court action over glyphosate litigation, internal records show.
UK Heatwave Sparks Mosquito Fears: Garden Tips
Brits urged to check gardens for standing water as heatwave creates ideal conditions for invasive yellow fever mosquito breeding. Experts recommend three simple steps.
Golden Eagles Set For England Reintroduction After 200 Years
Golden eagles may return to England after 150 years as a feasibility study finds enough suitable sites for reintroduction.
Residents Outline Priorities for £20m Tyneside Fund
Percy Main and North Shields locals prioritise youth activities, community centres, pavement repairs, and park improvements as £20m Pride in Place funding is approved.
Monty Don's daily tip for non-stop rose blooms this summer
Monty Don advises dead-heading roses daily to ensure continuous blooms throughout summer, plus watering and leaf removal tips.
Gardeners urged to drill holes in fences for hedgehog highways before end of March
Wildlife experts call on UK gardeners to create hedgehog highways by drilling holes in fences before end of March to help vulnerable hedgehogs.
River bride Meg Avon marks third anniversary with council charter
Meg Avon, 30, who married the River Avon in 2023, has secured a unanimous council vote to endorse a charter protecting the river's rights on her third anniversary.
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