Salford charity may close after 22 years of support
Lower Kersal Young People and Community Group in Salford may shut in September after losing Lottery funding, leaving elderly and vulnerable youth without a lifeline.
Category : Environment
Ex-Australia Resident Shares 5 Heatwave Tips as UK Soars
A woman who lived in Australia shares five practical tips to stay cool as the UK's third heatwave hits, with temperatures expected to reach 35°C and an amber alert in place.
Woman with Rosacea Loves £27 Cream to Calm Redness
A £27 KALME Day Defence Anti-Redness Face Cream has been praised by rosacea sufferers for calming redness and soothing sensitive skin, with a 4.2-star rating on Amazon.
Fire Chiefs Issue Wildfire Warning as UK Bakes in Third Heatwave
Fire chiefs warn of increased wildfire risk as the UK experiences its third heatwave, with temperatures reaching 36C. Amber health alerts issued for Midlands and southern England.
MI5 Chief Warns of Growing Iran and Russia Threat
MI5 chief Sir Ken McCallum warns of a growing threat from Iran and Russia, as new powers allow proscription of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a state-based threat.
Trump Declares Iran Ceasefire Over, Vows Heavy Strikes
President Trump announces the ceasefire with Iran is over, vowing to 'hit them hard' after US strikes on 80 Iranian targets, causing oil prices to spike 6.5%.
Over 800 Racist Incidents in Cardiff Schools in One Year
More than 800 incidents of racism were recorded in Cardiff schools between June 2025 and June 2026, prompting calls for urgent action from anti-racism charities.
Free Little Seedlings Club Workshop at Dobbies Sandyholm in August
Dobbies Sandyholm invites children to a free 'Summer Sun vs Shade' workshop on August 2, teaching how plants thrive in sun or shade through hands-on activities.
Meghan Markle Protects Brand by Skipping UK Trip, Says Expert
A PR expert says Meghan Markle's decision to skip Prince Harry's UK trip is a smart move to protect her brand, allowing Harry to focus on the Invictus Games without distraction.
M&S Launches Major Change to Popular Range from 55p
M&S launches 'Better with Beans' campaign to promote fibre-rich eating, with prices from 55p. Partnering with Bowel Cancer UK, the initiative aims to boost bean consumption and reduce bowel cancer risk.
Copperworks Remains Force Redesign of Swansea Project
Archaeological remains at Hafod-Morfa Copperworks in Swansea have forced a redesign of the link building foundation to protect 'internationally-important' heritage, using 93 micro-piles drilled 16m deep.
Couple Raise £12k for Maternity Unit After Daughters' Deaths
Nicole and Gordon Calderwood raised over £12,000 for University Hospital Wishaw's maternity services after losing daughters Ava and Poppy, funding cuddle cots, equipment, and staff training.
Water Power Deserves Renewables Mix, Readers Urge
Letters highlight the omission of water power in the renewables debate, mobile roaming from France, and Infantino's political role in sport.
Heatwaves become culture war flashpoint in climate debate
Readers respond to George Monbiot's article on rightwing denial of heatwave dangers, citing 1976 data with 3,676 excess deaths, and call for government action on climate change.
Italian Village Fines Bare-Chested Tourists Up to €200
Varenna, a Lake Como village, fines shirtless or swimwear-clad tourists up to €200. Tour groups limited to 25, loudspeakers banned to curb mass tourism.
Campaign to Save Stefan Zweig's Salzburg Villa
Austrian cultural figures launch campaign to buy writer Stefan Zweig's former Salzburg villa after Wolfgang Porsche puts it on market following tunnel row.
Balogun Scandal Shows How Fifa Can Break Football
Trump's intervention to overturn Folarin Balogun's red card at the 2026 World Cup exposes Fifa's corruption under Gianni Infantino, turning football into scripted entertainment.
Data Centres Boom Threatens UK Neighbourhoods
UK data centre expansion is accelerating, but local communities raise alarms over noise, energy use, and environmental impact, according to recent reports.
Two in Five Britons Think Muslims Cannot Integrate
A report by former extremism adviser Sara Khan reveals 40% of Britons believe Muslims cannot integrate, while 55% think diversity erodes national identity. The study warns of a structural crisis and exploitation of extremist views by hostile states.
Country diary: Following a meadow brown butterfly's flight path
A meadow brown butterfly sighting near Birmingham airport amid roaring jets highlights a strange year for butterflies, with hot and wet weather affecting flight.
Yellowhammer Cheer Squad on Suffolk Cycle
Cycling through Suffolk during a heatwave, the author was surprised by the number of yellowhammers, whose song was a delight alongside other birds.
Burnham’s Plan for Public Control of Water and Energy
Andy Burnham considers a 10-year programme for public ownership of water and energy utilities, with Thames Water as a key test case. Campaigners push for nationalisation, but costs and legal hurdles remain.
Displaced Families in DRC's Hauts Plateaux Conflict
Families in eastern DRC's Hauts Plateaux face displacement, violence, and loss amid decades of conflict between army, rebels, and militias.
Disability benefits 'not fit for purpose', UK review finds
The Timms review will conclude the PIP assessment system is 'dehumanising' and must be redrawn, as it fails to account for fluctuating conditions like mental health.
Britons to Buy 8m Mini Fans This Year, Half to Landfill
Britons are expected to buy nearly 8 million mini fans this year, but almost half will be low-quality and end up in landfill within a year, campaigners warn.
Storks' Landfill Diet Raises Health Concerns
White storks eating from landfills gain weight and energy but face DNA damage and contaminants, posing a trade-off between population growth and individual health.
Scrap £264bn Carbon Capture Programme, Says Monbiot
George Monbiot argues the UK's £264bn carbon capture programme is a waste that will increase emissions and bills, urging cancellation to fund better climate solutions.
Wildfires in Southern Europe: Share Your Story
Wildfires across southern Europe have forced thousands to evacuate. We want to hear how the fires have affected you, your family, and your community.
Estonia Tops Yale Climate Index, UK Third, US 27th
Estonia, Luxembourg, and the UK lead the Yale Environmental Performance Index, while the US drops to 27th. Progress on pollution is noted, but climate action lags globally.
Rare HBCU Photos Digitized in Getty Archives Grant
Getty Images' grant program digitizes rare HBCU archives, preserving over a century of Black American history and making images accessible to the public for the first time.
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