After testing 53 water bottles over four months, the Owala FreeSip is the top pick for its leakproof design, durability, and fun colours. Discover the best budget, gym, kids, and sustainable options.
A heatwave across western Europe shattered June temperature records, with the UK reaching a provisional 37.7C and Germany an all-time high of 41.7C.
Tayberries, a cross between raspberry and blackberry, offer abundant fruit with minimal effort. Learn how to grow and enjoy them fresh, in compotes, or as jam.
New Guardian reporting reveals racial inequalities in pain relief: Black and Asian women are less likely to receive epidurals, and cancer patients from minority backgrounds get fewer pain medications. Experts call this the 'ethnicity pain gap' and urge da
Numerous wildfires are raging across France and Spain after record temperatures in Europe caused dry conditions and a worsening drought. Two thousand firefighters battled blazes in France, while Spain deployed over 100 personnel.
As America marks its 250th anniversary, many Black Americans are disengaging from celebrations, citing historical and ongoing struggles for freedom. The Stono Revolt of 1739 and modern tactics of withholding reaction reflect a deep-seated exhaustion.
The UK National Crime Agency and Internet Watch Foundation advise parents to avoid sharing children's images publicly to prevent AI-generated sexual abuse, citing a 14% rise in AI-made CSAM in 2025.
As Americans face record-breaking temperatures over 100°F, our tested and reviewed products—from misting fans to cooling towels—help regulate body temperature without AC.
Andy Burnham proposes biggest council housebuilding programme since postwar era, aiming to tackle 1.5m social housing waiting list, but faces obstacles from private developers, funding constraints, and public scepticism.
Fifty-six NSW Labor branches have passed motions to scrap controversial anti-protest laws, with the left faction backing repeal. Gambling, Aukus, and Palestine also top the agenda at the state conference.
Almost no one is happy with Labor's gambling ad reforms, which fall short of the Murphy report's recommendations. Crossbenchers, Liberals, and Labor's own base demand tougher action as gambling losses top $31.5bn annually.
Victoria's new violence reduction unit, inspired by Scotland's successful public health approach, faces an uncertain future as the state election approaches amid punitive rhetoric.
One Nation is courting Christian voters with anti-abortion policies, but its anti-immigration stance may conflict with the values of many churchgoers, especially the one in three born overseas.
With nearly 90,000 poker machines in NSW, losses nearing $10bn, and harm concentrated in working-class areas, Darcy Byrne urges NSW Labor to confront the gambling lobby and enact reform.
Heroic cat Tara saves four-year-old boy from dog attack in California; video goes viral with over 4 million views.
Gardening expert Ish shares a three-step method for a lush, green lawn all summer: scarify, overseed, and feed.
Gardening expert Jennifer Arnott advises using rose cones made of polystyrene to protect roses from snow damage during winter.
Punch the baby macaque, famous for clinging to an Ikea toy after being rejected by his mother, is now outgrowing the plushie and integrating with his troop.
Disabled woman Mary Garland finds comfort in Annabel, a one-eyed dog rescued from the Chinese meat trade, during coronavirus lockdown.
US judge orders Trump administration to restore removed national park signs on climate, slavery, and Indigenous history within 21 days.
Experts warn Xylella fastidiosa plant disease threatens UK gardens; RHS urges buying UK-grown plants to mitigate risk.
Six bodies found in a confined space at a Colorado dairy farm; gas exposure suspected, no criminal activity found.
Two tiny puppies found abandoned under a concrete bridge in Greece are urgently seeking foster or adoptive homes in the UK to save their lives.
A wild elephant killed a tourist at Khao Yai National Park, its third fatal attack. Officials consider relocation or behaviour modification.
Farmer John Edwards, 78, died after being submerged by grain in a silo in Suffolk; inquest rules accidental death.
Grindavík and Blue Lagoon evacuated after volcanic eruption on Reykjanes peninsula; 11th since 2021. Fissure reached defence walls, second fissure opened. Residents urged to leave as eruption may be larger.
Monty Don advises gardeners to delay hedge cutting until late summer to protect nesting robins and other birds, warning that spring trimming endangers chicks.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen defends EU's Gaza aid record, says no consensus on sanctions against Israel, and calls West Bank settlements 'utterly unacceptable'.
UN tax talks may force fossil fuel firms to pay for climate damage and impose a global wealth tax on the ultra-rich.
Arborist argues against celebrity tree status, saying all trees are equally important; other letters cover cricket, gardening, and Coldplay.