Katie Price Slammed by PETA Over New Puppy Purchase
Katie Price faces PETA backlash after buying a £2,000 pomsky puppy in Dubai, with concerns over animal welfare and her track record of lost pets.
Category : Environment
Asteroid Strike Levelled 830 Square Miles – Scientists Rate Repeat
The Tunguska Event flattened 2,150 sq km of Siberian forest in 1908. NASA says no major impact likely for 100 years, but house-sized asteroids hit every decade.
Reform councillor criticised for autism housing comments
Gateshead Reform councillor Garry Thompson is under fire for suggesting some families use autism diagnoses to jump housing waiting lists, sparking Labour condemnation.
Forestry Worker Dies in Accident, Family Raises £30k
Stephen Jones, known as Steve Peg, died in a forestry accident on June 8. His family raised £30,000 via JustGiving for funeral costs and support. Funeral on July 3 at Pentrebychan Crematorium.
Doctor: Hell Is Real in a Matrix-Style Simulation
Healthcare researcher Dr Orson Wedgwood says near-death experiences reveal a real hell within a God-created simulation, testing human souls.
Woman Nearly Binned Leaflet That Exposed Leasehold Scandal
Two women describe the 'penny drop' moment that led to a decade-long campaign to end the 'feudal' leasehold system, resulting in new laws and OBE honours.
West Sussex Beach Closed After Illnesses
A paddling beach at Southwater Country Park in West Sussex is being closed after reports of multiple people falling ill after entering the water. The local council is monitoring the situation.
Tintwistle Moor Wildfire Rages for Fifth Day
A wildfire on Tintwistle Moor near Greater Manchester has burned for five days, with helicopter footage showing smouldering ground. Fire crews from Derbyshire and Greater Manchester continue to battle the blaze.
Welsh Beach Algal Bloom Mistaken for Sewage, NRW Confirms
A couple's visit to Marros Sands in Carmarthenshire was ruined by what they thought was sewage, but Natural Resources Wales confirmed it was a harmless algal bloom, a common summer confusion.
Leave Mealworms for Robins in Summer Heat
Robins struggle to find food in hot, dry July. Gardeners can help by leaving out mealworms, soaked dried mealworms, or soft fruit. Avoid bread and hard foods.
Farage Savages Burnham's Devolution Plan
Nigel Farage has savaged Andy Burnham's plan to supercharge devolution, questioning whether it has ever improved life anywhere it's been tried, citing London, Wales, and Scotland.
Leave Mealworms Out for Robins in July, Woodland Trust Urges
Robins struggle to find food in summer heat. The Woodland Trust recommends leaving mealworms or soft fruit out to help them feed their young and stay hydrated.
Booing Taylor Swift? It's Misogyny, Says Commentator
A commentator argues that booing Taylor Swift at events reflects misogyny, noting her 20-year career and female-dominated fan base.
£110m Clean Air Plan Shows Major Air Quality Gains
Greater Manchester's clean air plan has slashed nitrogen dioxide breaches from 129 in 2019 to 11 in 2025, costing £110m so far with £77m more possible.
Three Firefighters Killed in Utah-Colorado Wildfires
Three firefighters were killed and two injured while responding to the Knowles and Gore fires along the Utah-Colorado border, the US Wildland Fire Service announced on Sunday.
Summer Cooling Payment Urged for Elderly Amid Heatwave
Amid record-breaking European heatwave, letter writers propose a summer cooling payment for older people, plus reflections on memory tests, bus driver jokes, and political satire.
West Bank Demolitions Fuel Antisemitism, Israeli Leaders Warn
Israeli forces demolish Palestinian homes in Qilqes; prominent Israelis warn government's actions fuel antisemitism globally.
Ukraine's Strikes on Russian Fuel Facilities Are Justified
Readers argue Ukraine's drone attacks on Russian oil refineries are legitimate military targets, not morale bombing, and save lives in Ukraine.
US Heatwave: Dangerous Temperatures to Impact Central and East
A long and dangerous heatwave will blast the central and eastern US for the upcoming week, with temperatures above 100°F and high humidity affecting over 130 million people.
Venezuela Earthquakes: 1,430 Dead as Rescuers Dig for Survivors
At least 1,430 people were killed after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on 24 June, with thousands of rescuers digging through rubble to find survivors.
Putin Admits Fuel Shortages After Ukrainian Strikes
Vladimir Putin acknowledged fuel shortages caused by Ukrainian strikes on energy infrastructure. A Siberian region imposed a 50-litre fuel limit. Zelenskyy said his forces hit two Russian oil refineries.
Pet Owners Warned as Bird Flu Hits Australia: Keep Pets Safe
A deadly H5N1 bird flu strain has reached Australia. Authorities warn pet owners to keep cats, dogs, and birds away from wild birds to prevent infection, though risk to humans remains low.
Erin Brockovich Fights AI Datacentres in New Campaign
Erin Brockovich, who won a $333m settlement against PG&E in 1993, now targets AI datacentres. She has received over 7,000 reports from communities concerned about water use, noise, and lack of consultation, with 68 centres under construction in the US.
Unique Blackbird Song on My Street in Stoke-on-Trent
A blackbird's unique four-note song, perfected over years, becomes a personal summer soundtrack in Stoke-on-Trent, with the silence of moult approaching.
Lebanese Bulgur Risotto and Tahini Rice Pudding Recipes
Anissa Helou shares two Lebanese grain recipes: a green bulgur wheat 'risotto' (mafrükeh) from the south and a Sunni specialty tahini rice pudding (müffata'a) from Beirut.
Progressive Case for Air Conditioning in UK Heatwaves
As Britain faces record heatwaves, leftists reconsider air conditioning. The key is strategic, efficient use alongside insulation, shading, and public ownership to ensure equitable cooling.
Heatwave in Europe Sparks Climate Action and Far-Right Debate
Over 150 million Europeans faced temperatures above 35°C during last week's heatwave, with deaths in the thousands. The event may boost far-right climate-sceptic parties.
Fossil Fuel Industry in Schools Sparks Concern
The Greens and David Pocock call for a parliamentary inquiry into fossil fuel 'petro-grooming' of children, citing a report showing 260 industry-backed programs reaching kids in schools and sports.
Testing the Water: Can Swimwear Be More Sustainable?
Most swimwear is made from plastic. Discover 11 brands using recycled and alternative materials for more sustainable bikinis, swimsuits, and trunks.
£75m Campaign Urges UK Public to Cut Water Use by 28 Litres Daily
A £75m campaign, Let’s Save Water, launches to encourage UK residents to reduce daily water use by 28 litres amid climate crisis, with partnerships including Ofwat and the Met Office.
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