Fifth day of water cuts for 17,000 properties
Thousands in Kent and Sussex enter a fifth day without water as South East Water blames Storm Goretti. MPs demand accountability. Find your nearest bottled water station.
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Woman's 'Soulmate' Puppy Found at Essex Dog Shelter
Emily, 32, visited Dogs Trust Basildon and instantly connected with Buzz, a Doxiepoo puppy. Her touching video has amassed over 160,000 views, highlighting the joy of rescue adoption.
How to Deter Urban Foxes From Your Garden
As foxes grow bolder in UK cities, a pest control expert reveals six practical steps to protect your garden, bins, and pets from these opportunistic animals. Learn how to secure your outdoor space.
Water firm boss says higher bills needed after shortages
Anger erupts as South East Water's chairman tells MPs higher bills are essential to prevent future outages, after 30,000 properties in Kent and Sussex were left without supply. Residents demand answers.
Three men rescued after six hours in sea off New Zealand
Three sailors survived six hours in the sea off Tolaga Bay, clinging to one lifejacket after their boat capsized. A major multi-agency rescue operation successfully found them. Read the full story of their survival.
37 items banned from new UK bins - avoid £400 fine
New recycling rules in England introduce four bins and ban 37 items. Learn what you can't recycle and how to dispose of it correctly to avoid a £400 penalty.
Fifth day of water outages for 17,000 properties
South East Water blames Storm Goretti for burst pipes and power cuts leaving thousands without supply. Bottled water stations are open as MPs demand accountability.
Solar grazing helps UK sheep farmers expand flocks
Sheep farmers in Lincolnshire are using solar farm land for free grazing, significantly expanding their flocks. Is this a 'triple-win' for farming, renewables, and society? Read the full story.
Diver's final moments in Blue Hole caught on camera
The chilling recovered footage shows Yuri Lipski's fatal 2000 dive in Egypt's Blue Hole, a site linked to 200 deaths. Discover the dangers of nitrogen narcosis.
Diver's final moments in Blue Hole caught on camera
Chilling recovered footage shows Yuri Lipski's fatal 2000 dive in Egypt's Blue Hole, highlighting the dangers of nitrogen narcosis and ignored safety warnings. Read the full investigation.
23,000 homes without water as Farage demands CEO resign
South East Water CEO David Hinton faces mounting pressure to quit as tens of thousands endure days without supply. Read the latest on the crisis and political fallout.
Body found at Billingham recycling centre by crane operator
A crane operator discovered a man's body while moving waste at the Haverton Hill recycling centre in Billingham. Police have launched an investigation. Read the latest updates.
Body found at County Durham recycling centre
A crane operator discovered a man's body at the Haverton Hill recycling facility in Billingham. Police have launched an investigation. Read the latest updates.
Harcourt residents assess bushfire damage as threat eases
Residents of Harcourt return after devastating Victoria bushfires. While some homes were saved by CFA volunteers, businesses like the Coolstore cafe were destroyed. See the full story of loss and resilience.
Fieldfares and Redwings Flock to UK After Cold Snap
The recent cold snap has finally brought Britain's winter thrushes, fieldfares and redwings, to our shores in their hundreds of thousands. Discover where they've come from and the climate threats they face.
Water Outages Hit 30,000 Homes in Kent and Sussex
Over 30,000 households in Kent and Sussex endure days without tap water. Schools and pubs close as South East Water blames freezing weather for leaks. Residents describe 'grim' conditions.
Planet's Hottest Three Years on Record Confirmed
Scientists confirm 2025 was the third hottest year ever, with temperatures exceeding 1.4C above pre-industrial levels for a third year running. Urgent action is needed to avert climate crisis.
2025 third hottest year as climate trend confirmed
Scientists confirm 2025 was the planet's third warmest year, with temperatures exceeding 1.4C above pre-industrial levels for a third consecutive year. Experts warn the world is rapidly approaching the Paris Agreement limit.
2025 third-hottest year, 1.5C Paris limit 'dead in water'
Scientists declare 2025 the third-hottest year ever, driven by human activity. The 1.5C Paris Agreement goal is now 'dead in the water' as overshoot looms.
Arizona Moves to Regulate Rural Groundwater Use
Arizona officials impose new groundwater rules in drought-hit rural areas to slow depletion. The move targets large farms and aims to provide 'breathing room' for local communities.
Sydney's Repair Café: Free Fixes for 10 Years
Discover Repair Café Sydney North, a volunteer-run pop-up saving items from landfill. Free repairs on Sundays foster community and sustainable living in Lane Cove.
Puppies Saved from Opioid Overdose, Up for Adoption
Six puppies in Washington state are recovering after a suspected fentanyl overdose. Firefighters used naloxone to save them. Read about the rescue and their road to new homes.
Rare Aardvark Calf Born at Nashville Zoo
The Nashville Zoo welcomes a critically rare aardvark calf, the first born in an AZA-accredited zoo in over a year. Discover the story behind this remarkable conservation success.
Rio Zoo animals get popsicles to beat scorching heat
As temperatures soar above 40°C, Rio de Janeiro's BioParque zoo is using species-specific frozen treats to keep its animals cool and hydrated. Discover how jaguars and monkeys are beating the heat.
Diana Playground's New Galleon Gets Finishing Touches
The centrepiece of a £3m revamp for the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground is nearly finished in Germany. The new wooden ship will sail to London for a summer 2026 reopening.
Diana Playground's New Galleon Gets Finishing Touches
The centrepiece of a £3 million revamp for the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground is nearly finished in Germany. The new wooden ship will sail to London for a summer 2026 reopening. Discover the upgrades.
First Look at £3m Diana Playground Revamp's New Ship
The Diana Memorial Playground in Kensington Gardens reopens this summer with a new £3m wooden galleon, sustainably built in the Bavarian Alps. Discover the new features.
New £3m Ship for Diana Memorial Playground Revealed
A stunning new wooden galleon, built in the Bavarian Alps, will be the centrepiece of the £3million revamp of the Diana Memorial Playground in Kensington Gardens this summer.
Pregnant deep-sea 'dragon' shark found on tourist beach
A rare pregnant Portuguese shark, likened to a 'How to Train Your Dragon' creature, washed up dead in Spain. Experts suspect fatal fishing injury. Read the full investigation.
US greenhouse gas emissions increased in 2025
A new study reveals US carbon pollution grew faster than the economy last year, driven by data centres, crypto mining, and a cold winter. Discover the implications for climate targets.
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