Villagers in Awoye, Niger Delta, report ongoing pollution from the Ororo-1 oil well blowout in 2020, causing sickness, environmental damage, and collapsing fishing livelihoods with no government response.
Typhoon Maysak caused heavy rain flooding a construction site in Guigang, Guangxi, after making landfall in China and Vietnam.
Amateur Venezuelan rescue workers, known as topos (moles), burrow through rubble after powerful earthquakes on 24 June, searching for thousands feared trapped.
Sir Paul Marshall's hedge fund Marshall Wace nearly tripled its fossil fuel investments to $2.8bn in Q1 2026, while green energy holdings fell 30%, sparking accusations of 'cashing in on climate chaos'.
Extreme high temperatures double young people's risk of mental health hospital admissions, University of Sydney study finds, with heat-related admissions projected to rise 6-7.7% by 2100.
Jo Porter's meadow restoration network on the Llŷn Peninsula has grown to 80 members, increasing biodiversity and drought resilience after Wales lost 91% of species-rich grasslands since WWII.
Feeding crows shelled peanuts is the best way to befriend them, while bread should be avoided as it lacks nutrients and can harm birds.
Chef Alina reveals that swapping butter and eggs for double cream creates scones with a 'crunchy edge' and 'fluffy interior'. Recipe makes 16 scones using 500g flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and cold double cream.
Crows are intelligent birds that can be befriended by feeding unsalted peanuts. This high-energy food attracts them, helps control garden pests, and may earn you shiny tokens.
London faces possible thunderstorms this weekend as a week-long heatwave pushes temperatures to 34C, prompting an amber health alert from UKHSA.
The North East will experience its third heatwave this year from July 8 to 12, with a yellow heat health warning issued. Temperatures won't break records but could reach 34-35°C in southern England.
A £24.99 Amazon reflective window film reduced a room's floor temperature by 8°C during a heatwave, offering an affordable alternative to air conditioning.
UK households are advised to place bowls of cinnamon powder on windowsills as a natural spider repellent. The strong scent deters spiders, especially during summer when activity increases.
Wildfires across Spain, Greece, France, and Portugal have destroyed nearly 50,000 acres, prompting evacuations and warnings for British tourists as temperatures exceed 40°C.
Rochdale receives £27,461 grant to vaporise chewing gum from 15,700 sq metres of pavements, equivalent to two football pitches, over 10 weeks.
Drinking hot drinks can help cool you down more effectively than cold ones, according to New Scientist's Obomate Briggs, as the UK braces for 35°C temperatures.
Psychic Uri Geller says he used an 'alien' crystal skull from a Mayan pyramid to lift a curse on England, helping them reach the World Cup quarter-finals.
Wildfires in Spain, Greece, France, and Portugal have forced thousands to evacuate, scorching 50,000 acres. Scots heading to holiday hotspots are warned to brace for chaos and enable emergency alerts.
Greengairs Primary School and Nursery Class have won the Gold School Sport Award, recognizing their commitment to physical education and active lifestyles.
A case of deadly squirrelpox has been confirmed in a red squirrel in Dollar, Clackmannanshire, marking only the second detection north of Scotland's central belt. Conservation groups urge public to remove feeders to limit spread.
The Met Office forecasts temperatures up to 35°C in parts of the UK this week, with the third heatwave ending early next week. Amber heat alerts issued for six English regions.
Watering roses from above in July can cause fungal diseases. Instead, water at the base to keep plants healthy and blooming all summer.
The UK Health Security Agency has escalated heat-health alerts to amber for all regions in England, warning of increased health risks as the third heatwave of the year approaches.
The UK will experience its third heatwave this year, with temperatures up to 35C in southern England, but it won't break records, says Met Office. Precautions advised.
Pouring boiling water from a kettle over ant nests costs about 5p and effectively destroys the colony, including the queen, when repeated multiple times over two days.
Dr Suzanne Moyes warns that Cockapoos, one of the UK's most popular breeds, are prone to obesity and hip dysplasia, urging owners to consider health risks before buying.
Wildfires are ravaging Spain, Greece, France, and Portugal, forcing thousands to evacuate. Brits are urged to enable emergency alerts on their phones as conditions worsen.
Wimbledon expects the hottest day of the championships with temperatures up to 34C. Guests are urged to stay hydrated, use sunscreen, and seek shade as heat rules are in place for players.
Food specialist Mary Claire Britton tested avocado storage methods; leaving them in a cool, dark kitchen corner ripens naturally in 3-5 days, yielding the best taste and texture.
The eagerly anticipated Sea Monster Park at Irvine Harbourside is set to open before the end of summer 2026, with toilet facilities expected to be operational at the same time, North Ayrshire Council has confirmed.