Hosepipe Ban for 5 Million Brits This Weekend
Five million people face a new hosepipe ban from Saturday afternoon, with the water company urging immediate implementation amid the ongoing heatwave.
Category : Environment
Morning routine for better sleep during UK heatwaves
A 10-minute morning routine of airing out bedding and adding lavender oil helps one writer sleep through UK heatwaves, making beds feel cleaner and cooler.
Stop Flies Invading Your Home in a Heatwave with Easy Change
A simple fan adjustment can prevent flies from entering your home during a heatwave. DIY expert Glen Peskett advises closing windows and blinds during the day to reduce fly attraction.
Over 1M UK Youths Tried Vaping Amid Sweet Flavour Appeal
More than one million British youngsters have tried vaping, attracted by sweet, fruity flavours marketed at children, prompting a UK government crackdown with plain packaging and sales restrictions.
12 dead in Spain wildfire as temperatures hit 42C
At least 12 people have died in a wildfire tearing through a Spanish region popular with British expats and tourists, as temperatures soar to 42C. Some victims were found inside vehicles.
Spain Wildfire Kills 12, Bodies Found in Cars
At least 12 people have died in a wildfire in Los Gallardos, Spain, with bodies found in burnt-out cars amid a 40C heatwave.
Aldi Brown Sauce Beats HP, Costs £2.61 Less
Aldi's Bramwells brown sauce at 99p outperforms HP's £3.60 sauce in a blind taste test, offering superior flavour and value. Waitrose and M&S disappoint.
Llangennith: Wales' Best Kept Secret Staycation Spot
Outdoor experts at TentBox have named Llangennith, a seaside village on the Gower Peninsula, as 'Wales' best-kept secret', highlighting its three-mile beach, surfing culture, and tranquil coastal walks.
Chris Packham's Heatwave Advice for Gardeners
Chris Packham shares four essential steps for gardeners to protect birds, bees, and hedgehogs during the UK heatwave, as temperatures exceed 30°C.
Chris Packham's Heatwave Wildlife Tips for Gardeners
Chris Packham urges gardeners to provide water, shade, clean bird feeders, and avoid BBQs to protect wildlife during the UK heatwave.
Packham: Water and Shade for Hedgehogs in Heatwave
Chris Packham advises gardeners to offer water, shade, clean feeders, and avoid BBQs to help hedgehogs and other wildlife survive the UK heatwave with temperatures above 30°C.
England Stars Banned Ketchup Mayo Before Norway World Cup
England football stars are banned from ketchup and mayonnaise before the Norway World Cup quarterfinal, as chef Jonny Marsh reveals the team's beetroot-rich nutrition plan.
London Heatwave to Last Days Longer, Thunderstorms Threaten
London's heatwave is set to last at least another week with highs above 29°C, after temperatures hit 35.1°C on Thursday. Thunderstorms are forecast for next week, while a hosepipe ban is announced in East England.
Hosepipe Ban for 5M More as UK Faces Drought
Anglian Water imposes immediate hosepipe ban for 5 million customers as UK records eighth day above 34°C, breaking 1976 heat record. Drought risk rises.
UK Supermarkets Off Track to Meet Deforestation Goal, WWF Warns
WWF report finds UK supermarkets off track to meet 2025 deforestation goal, with only 4.5% of soy and 0.3% of cocoa verified as deforestation-free.
Water Bills To Rise As Ofwat May Be Abolished
Ofwat to be abolished in water regulation reset; new single regulator proposed to tackle sewage spills and financial mismanagement.
Raja Ampat's Conservation Success Threatened by Nickel Mining Expansion
Raja Ampat's marine conservation success faces threats from nickel mining expansion and tourism, endangering coral reefs and manta rays.
UK Vape Crackdown: Plain Packs, Banned Flavours
UK proposes plain packaging, colour restrictions (white/black/grey), and bans on sweet/dessert flavour names for vapes to curb youth vaping. Consultation launched.
Australian Gaza Activist Vows Return After Detention
Australian activist Juliet Lamont vows to return to Gaza after alleged beatings, groping and abuse during detention in Israel.
UK Proposes Plain Packaging and Colour Limits for Vapes
The UK government has launched a consultation on new vape laws, including plain packaging, banning sweet-themed names, and limiting colours to white, black, or grey, to reduce youth vaping. Nearly one in five 11-17-year-olds have tried vaping.
Raducanu's Advice to Fery for Wimbledon Semi-Final
Arthur Fery, British wildcard, has reached Wimbledon semi-finals. Emma Raducanu, who won US Open as qualifier, shared key advice: never get ahead of yourself, focus on each match.
Chefs Reveal Best Egg Storage: Fridge or Cupboard?
Four chefs weigh in on the fridge vs cupboard egg storage debate. The verdict: fridge is the clear favorite for freshness, but cupboard has its advocates.
UK dotterel numbers crash 89% due to climate change
Dotterel numbers have plunged by 89% since 1988, with only 112 breeding males left in the UK. The RSPB warns the species could be the first lost to climate change in Britain.
Plain Packaging for Vapes Proposed to Curb Youth Appeal
Vapes will be sold in plain packaging under new UK proposals to reduce their appeal to children. The consultation also limits colours to white, black, or grey and bans dessert-themed flavour names.
April: The Most Important Month for Your Garden, Say Experts
Experts urge gardeners to plant hardier varieties as fluctuating weather threatens traditional species and impacts businesses.
Prince Harry May Skip King Charles Meeting to Avoid Frenzy
Prince Harry could reject a meeting with King Charles during his UK visit to avoid a media frenzy, a royal expert says, as he promotes the Invictus Games.
Tawny Frogmouth Crowned 2025 Australian Bird of the Year
Tawny frogmouth wins 2025 Australian Bird of the Year after three runner-up finishes, with over 310,000 votes cast.
Kansas City Community Hosts Birthday Redo After No Guests Attend Toddler's Party
Kansas City community throws redo toddler birthday party after no guests showed up, turning heartbreak into celebration.
King Alfred's Bones Found Under Car Park in Winchester
Researcher Graham Phillips claims King Alfred the Great's remains lie under a car park in Winchester, ending a 13-year search. The bones were reportedly moved in 1788 during prison construction.
Tragic Final Words of Man Who Fell 100ft from Cliff Trying to Save Dog
A man died after a 100ft cliff fall at Southerndown, believed to be trying to save his dog. The woman with him is critical but stable.
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