Alan Titchmarsh's Copper Collar Trick to Deter Slugs from Hostas
Alan Titchmarsh shares his copper collar trick to deter slugs from hostas, plus alternative methods and slug-resistant plants.
Category : Environment
Greta Thunberg Joins Second Climate Protest in London This Week
Greta Thunberg joins Fossil Free London protest at JP Morgan in Canary Wharf, demanding action on fossil fuel financing.
Marriage Story Audio Used To Deter Wolves In US
Audio from Marriage Story used to scare wolves from livestock in Oregon, reducing cattle deaths.
Lake Erie Salt Mine Works Overtime For Winter Roads
Cargill's Lake Erie salt mine works overtime to meet winter road salt demand as municipalities deplete reserves.
Pandan set to become UK's next big food trend like matcha
Pandan, hailed as the 'vanilla of Southeast Asia', is poised to become the UK's next major food trend, with coffee shops and bakeries already featuring it. The tropical plant offers a unique flavour and natural green colour, appealing to health-conscious
Monty Don: Harvest Potatoes Now or Face Blight
Monty Don warns gardeners to harvest first early potatoes immediately to prevent potato blight, which thrives in July's warm, humid conditions and can ruin the crop.
Monty Don's July Warning: Potato Blight Risk
Monty Don warns UK gardeners about increasing potato blight risk in July. He shares his birthday tradition of harvesting first earlies and advises removing foliage immediately upon spotting telltale signs.
UK Teens to Trial Social Media Bans and Curfews in Government Pilot
UK government launches pilot testing social media bans and curfews for 300 teens, alongside a major scientific trial and consultation on under-16 restrictions.
Blue-Skinned Children Born After Decades of Inbreeding
The Fugate family of Kentucky passed methemoglobinemia through generations of inbreeding, resulting in blue-skinned children. A rare blood disorder caused the skin to appear blue due to high methemoglobin levels.
Monty Don's July Warning: Protect Potatoes from Blight
Monty Don warns gardeners about potato blight in July, urging them to dig first early potatoes on July 8 and offering tips to prevent and manage the fungal disease.
FCDO Wildfire Warning for France Travellers
The Foreign Office warns of high wildfire risk in France from April to October, with scorching temperatures and increased danger along the Mediterranean coast and Corsica.
Ditch the Toaster for Perfect Golden Toast Using Olive Oil
Forget the toaster: cooking toast in a pan with olive oil yields a crispy, golden, and evenly cooked texture, avoiding the dry or burnt results of dry heat.
Manchester to Build New City Centre Park on Water Street
Manchester council plans a new park on the River Irwell at Water Street, replacing industrial units, with 90% public support. The project aims to replicate Mayfield Park's success.
Ex-Cop Urges Youth to Save Lives After Amen Teklay Tragedy
Ex-chief inspector Graham Goulden, a violence reduction expert, urges young people to intervene early to prevent knife crime, following the fatal stabbing of 15-year-old Amen Teklay in Glasgow.
Three Heatwave Cooling Hacks That May Harm Your Home and Health
Experts warn that popular heatwave cooling hacks like leaving windows open overnight, using fans while sleeping, and DIY portable ACs can lead to insurance rejection, fire risks, and electric shocks.
Peace Lilies Bloom for Years with Banana Peel Fertiliser
A homemade fertiliser from banana peels can help peace lilies bloom for years, according to an online gardening enthusiast. Soaking peels in water releases potassium, phosphorus, and magnesium.
Heatwave Cool Down 'Hack' Is Extremely Dangerous, Experts Say
Experts warn that popular heatwave hacks on TikTok, such as leaving windows open overnight or using frozen towels on fans, pose serious security, fire, and electric shock risks, potentially voiding insurance claims.
UK Heatwave: Volcanic Red Maps Show 35C Scorcher
Britain swelters under its third heatwave of summer as Met Office maps turn volcanic red across England, with highs of 35-36°C expected. June 2026 was the hottest on record for western Europe.
5-Second Task to Cool Upstairs Bedrooms Without a Fan
Closing curtains or blinds for 5 seconds can reduce upstairs temperatures by up to 15°F, according to the Met Office. This simple fix prevents heat buildup and improves sleep.
Simple Curtain Trick Keeps Upstairs Cool in Heatwave
The Met Office recommends closing curtains or blinds in sun-facing rooms to prevent heat buildup. Upper-floor rooms can be 5-15°C hotter than downstairs.
Peace Lilies Bloom with Banana Peel Fertiliser Trick
A homemade banana peel fertiliser can help peace lilies bloom for years. Soak peels in water, then use sparingly monthly during spring and summer to avoid overfeeding.
3 Easy Jobs to Stop Japanese Maple Leaf Scorch This Summer
Japanese maples are prone to leaf scorch in summer. Gardening expert Michael Griffiths shares three causes and fixes: too much sun, dehydration, and wind exposure.
Attract Blue Tits To Your Garden With One Free Change
Gardeners can attract blue tits by hanging feeders away from fences and trees to avoid cats, plus tips on food and habitat.
UK Issues Warning After Three Britons Contract 'Sloth Fever'
UK Health Security Agency warns of 'sloth fever' after three Britons contract Oropouche virus in Brazil. Symptoms, risks, and travel advice.
Amanda Owen shares farm wisdom with daughter Clemmy after London trip
Amanda Owen shares farm wisdom with daughter Clemmy after London trip, highlighting the balance between urban and rural life.
Man Dies After Rescue from Closed Area in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
A 33-year-old man died after being rescued from a closed area in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, officials said.
Bioluminescent Algae Lights Up Melbourne's St Kilda Beach
Bioluminescent algae noctiluca scintillans lights up Melbourne's St Kilda beach, a rare but increasingly common phenomenon linked to warming waters.
Conservation Groups Sue Trump Administration Over Utah Highway Plan
Conservation groups sue Trump administration over reapproved highway plan through Red Cliffs National Conservation Area, citing environmental law violations.
Volcanic Ash Turns Waste Into Agricultural Gold in Sicily and Iceland
Sicilian and Icelandic farmers turn volcanic ash into natural fertiliser, reducing costs and chemical use, but EU waste laws hinder commercial adoption.
Sperm Whale Rescued After Stranding in Western Japan
A 10m sperm whale stranded on a beach in western Japan has been rescued by local fishermen using a boat and rope, amid a series of whale strandings in the region.
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