Colombia Hosts Summit on Breaking Fossil Fuel Reliance
Around 50 countries meet in Colombia for a summit on accelerating the shift away from fossil fuels, focusing on just transition and fossil-free zones.
Category : Environment
MPs Urge France to Let Vet Walk Channel Tunnel After Epic Trek
British MPs are pressing France to allow former paratrooper Karl Bushby to walk the Channel Tunnel's service tunnel, completing his 36,000-mile journey home from Patagonia to Hull by Christmas.
Perth Classic Car Show Draws Thousands to City Centre
Perth's Classic Car weekend attracted thousands, boosting footfall by 96.2% and raising over £5,600 for charity TASH for Ukraine.
Mysterious Lake District Barn Awarded Grade II* Heritage Status
A mysterious Lake District barn, Henry's Castle, has been granted Grade II* heritage status. Dating possibly to the 14th century, its original purpose remains unknown.
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NaviLens Scheme for Blind Bus Passengers Hailed Success
West Lothian's pioneering NaviLens technology helps visually impaired bus passengers, making it the first area in Scotland to adopt this inclusive transport solution.
World's Largest Wildlife Bridge: £85m Crossing for Cougars and Lions
World's largest wildlife bridge, costing £85m, will help cougars and lions cross a California motorway, linking habitats by 2026.
British Gas Urges Tea Towel Use for Cooling Down on Friday
British Gas advises using tea towels with ice packs on pulse points to cool down as temperatures hit 30C. Yellow heat alerts issued for parts of England.
Brazil Floods Death Toll Rises To 64 In Minas Gerais
Death toll from floods and landslides in Brazil's Minas Gerais rises to 64, with five missing and thousands displaced.
Hosepipe Ban for Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Southern Water issues hosepipe ban for 1m people in Hampshire and Isle of Wight, affecting 8.5m across England amid drought.
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Use 99p Bubble Wrap To Stop Frost Damaging Garden Plants
Garden expert Elise Harlock recommends using 99p bubble wrap to protect plants from frost damage this winter.
British Gas Urges Dehumidifier Use to Beat Heat Before Saturday
British Gas advises using dehumidifiers to cool rooms as temperatures may reach 30C in parts of England by Friday, June 19. The Met Office forecasts a mixed week with heat and thunderstorms.
Cyprus Faces Stray Cat Overpopulation Crisis
Cyprus faces a stray cat overpopulation crisis with officials estimating one cat per person. Funding for sterilisation has been tripled, but experts call for a comprehensive plan.
Painful 'Eye-Biting' Flies Swarm Southern California Foothills
Tiny black flies, known for biting eyes, are infesting Southern California's San Gabriel Valley in unusually high numbers, causing itchy welts.
Dog Owners Warned: Farmers Can Lawfully Shoot Pets on Dartmoor
Dartmoor dog owners warned farmers can lawfully shoot pets that worry livestock, as new legislation strengthens protections.
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11 Dogs' Weirdest Meals: Sand, Wasps' Nests, and More
Guardian readers share bizarre tales of their dogs eating sand, electrics, wasps' nests, and more. These off-menu dining adventures will shock and amuse.
Lebanese Greet Ceasefire with Caution and Uncertainty
After the latest ceasefire, Lebanese return to destroyed homes with mixed feelings of joy and fear, uncertain if the truce will last amid ongoing Israeli presence and unresolved issues.
UK Social Media Ban: Teens Aged 16-17 Share Views
The UK government confirms a social media ban for under-16s. We invite 16 and 17-year-olds to share their thoughts on the ban, its implications, and their perspectives.
Parents React to UK Under-16s Social Media Ban
The UK government announces a social media ban for under-16s, sparking mixed reactions from parents. Some see it as protection, while others call it unworkable.
Empty Mansions and Homelessness: Britain's Housing Absurdity
Readers respond to a story about a homeless man living in the porch of a £200m empty mansion, highlighting the absurdity of Britain's housing crisis and suggesting solutions like compulsory purchase.
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King Tides Batter California Coast After Two Deaths
King tides and massive waves hit California after two deaths, including a five-year-old girl swept away. Authorities urge caution against rip currents and flooding.
IAAM Furloughs All Staff Amid Financial Challenges
The International African American Museum in Charleston, South Carolina, will furlough all staff from July to December due to financial pressures and a shifting political and funding environment.
Sydney's Warmest June Streak in 100+ Years
Sydney has recorded its warmest run of June days in over a century, with temperatures topping 20°C for 10 consecutive days, breaking a record from 1919.
Dutch Walking Ritual May Explain Kids' Happiness and Health
Dutch children are among the happiest and healthiest globally. A unique walking festival, Avondvierdaagse, where kids walk four evenings, builds community, resilience, and exercise habits.
Limestone Pavement Revelations in Wharfedale
In Grass Wood, a wood warbler leads to a discovery of limestone pavement's true nature, repurposed as raised beds for woodland plants.
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Half of World's Children Face Three Climate Hazards
Unicef report reveals half of children globally face at least three climate hazards, with footage showing kids in Papua New Guinea swimming across crocodile-filled rivers to school.
Starmer's Defence Dilemma: Spending Row Exposes UK Uncertainties
The resignation of defence ministers over military spending highlights Keir Starmer's struggle to balance fiscal rules, international commitments, and evolving warfare technology.
AI Could Help Win 'Race Against Extinction' of Plants
AI and digitisation are turning points in saving plants from extinction, says Kew report. New tech tracks flowering shifts, identifies species, and unlocks fungal genomic goldmine.
Tiny Bat Feared Extinct Rediscovered in Nigeria
Nigerian biologist Iroro Tanshi rediscovered the short-tailed roundleaf bat, feared extinct since the 1970s, in Afi sanctuary. She now works to protect the only known colony.
Spanish Households Save €10 Monthly Due to Renewables Expansion
Spanish households save €10 a month on electricity bills thanks to wind and solar expansion since 2022, according to Ember, shielding them from gas price hikes linked to the Iran war.
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BoM Forecasts Strong El Niño, Warns Climate Change Amplifies Effects
The Bureau of Meteorology declares El Niño locked in, warning climate change could amplify extreme heat, bushfires, and coral bleaching risks for Australia.
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