UK households can't afford Ed Miliband's net zero plans
Opinion: Ed Miliband's net zero plans are unaffordable for most UK households, with costs for EVs, heat pumps, and solar panels reaching up to £39,500, warns Alex Evans.
Category : Environment
Remove Weeds Before July to Avoid Lawn Damage
Gardening expert Ashleigh Bradshaw warns Britons to remove weeds before July to prevent deep roots, high pollen, and a 'battle half lost'. Act now for a healthier lawn.
Princess Kate Scales Ben Nevis for Cancer Charity Challenge
Princess Kate completed the National Three Peaks Challenge solo, raising funds for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity and highlighting holistic cancer care.
Windrush Pioneer Honored for 70 Years of Activism
Locita Brandy, 91, a Windrush generation member, reflects on her activism in Manchester, from campaigning for Caribbean school meals to co-founding the Manchester Carnival, after being awarded a University of Manchester medal of honour.
Two Lads Cairns Rebuilt into Beehive Shapes
The Woodland Trust reveals plans to dismantle and rebuild the historic Two Lads cairns on Winter Hill into traditional beehive-shaped monuments with a dry stone wall, starting July 15.
Royals Greet Princess Kate After Three Peaks Challenge
Princess Catherine completed the Three Peaks challenge in 24 hours, raising funds for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. Her family, including Prince William and their children, greeted her at the finish line.
‘Taking Back the Desert’: Australian Marsupials Trained to Coexist with Feral Cats
Scientists train bilbies, quolls and bandicoots to survive feral cats in a bold Australian outback experiment, with promising results.
England and Wales Experience Warmest Spring on Record
England and Wales had their warmest spring on record, with low rainfall in southern counties, prompting a drought group meeting.
Lawn expert shares best tip to combat waterlogging after record rain
Lawn expert Timothy Greene shares tips to protect lawns from waterlogging during Storm Babet, including spiking and avoiding foot traffic.
Clever potato storage hack keeps them 'fresh and tasty for months'
A YouTube channel shares a genius hack using a baking sheet and rack to keep potatoes fresh for months, praised by viewers.
Giant 22-Inch Rat Found in Teesside Home Highlights Growing Rodent Crisis
A 22-inch rat found in Teesside highlights the global rat crisis, with rising numbers in cities due to warmer temperatures and waste issues.
Ørsted Shares Plunge 9bn in Cash Call Crisis
Ørsted blames Trump for $9bn cash call as shares hit all-time low, citing US policy derailing its business model.
Tarantula Invasion Hits US States During Mating Season
Tarantula mating season brings thousands of spiders above ground in southwestern US states, with experts reassuring the public about their harmlessness.
Australia Urged to Seize Green Energy Export Superpower Opportunity
Rod Sims argues Australia should become a green energy superpower by exporting green iron, aluminium, and fuels, boosting jobs and cutting global emissions.
Millionaire Couple Helps Struggling Single Mum on TV Show
A single mum from Essex living on £59 a week was brought to tears when millionaire couple Jazz and Catia stepped in to help launch her business and buy a bed for her daughter.
Vietnam Veteran Rescued by Son After Four Days Lost in Arizona Wilderness
Vietnam veteran Mark Young, 76, rescued by his son after four days lost in Arizona wilderness, surviving dehydration and a rattlesnake encounter.
Deadly Asian Hornets Set to Invade UK This Summer
Asian hornets spotted in Channel Islands, raising fears of UK invasion this summer. Experts warn of threat to humans and bees.
Fish Dropped by Osprey Sparks Brush Fire in British Columbia
A fish dropped by an osprey onto a power line sparked a brush fire near Ashcroft, British Columbia, causing a power outage.
Princess Kate Completes Three Peaks, Shares Cancer Journey
Princess Kate completed the Three Peaks Challenge in 24 hours, raising awareness and funds for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, speaking about cancer's profound impact on life.
Greenbank Park: Liverpool's Underrated Scouse Haven
Greenbank Park, a small 18.8-acre park near Sefton Park, offers a tranquil escape with a fishing lake, children's play area, and a notably Scouse atmosphere, making it a local favorite.
CAMRA Reveals UK's Most Visually Stunning Pubs of 2026
The Campaign for Real Ale has announced the winners of its Pub Design Awards 2026, highlighting the UK's most visually stunning, lovingly restored and historically significant pubs.
UK Weather Maps Show 41C Heatwave as Hottest Day May Be Days Away
UK weather maps from WXCHARTS indicate a potential 41C heatwave on July 10, possibly surpassing the current record of 40.3C set in 2022.
Scotland Heatwave: Weather Maps Predict 29C Highs
Weather maps forecast a new heatwave for Scotland with highs of 29°C in early July, following the hottest day of 2026 recorded on June 25.
Extreme Heat Puts UK Trees at Risk of Disease and Death
Conservationists warn that the UK's extreme heatwave, reaching 37.3C, threatens trees with disease and death, impacting wildlife and humans long-term.
Darien, Georgia: US City Founded by Scottish Highlanders
Darien, Georgia, originally named New Inverness, was founded by Scottish Highlanders in 1736. Today, it celebrates its heritage with festivals and historic sites, offering a rare Scottish soul in America.
Fire Crews Return to Tintwistle Moor Four Days After Blaze
Fire crews returned to Tintwistle Moor on June 28, four days after a wildfire erupted, with the blaze still burning deep in peat bogs. Helicopters and mountain rescue teams are assisting.
UK Braces for Potential Hottest Day Ever with 41C Heatwave
Experts warn the UK could see its hottest day ever, with temperatures potentially reaching 41C in the second week of July, surpassing the current record of 40.3C set in 2022.
Bahrain Condemns Iranian Drone Attack as Flagrant Threat
Bahrain said it was attacked by Iran with drones on Saturday, with no immediate damage. A ship in the Strait of Hormuz was also targeted. The strikes follow US strikes on Iran and a fragile ceasefire.
Cottonwood Fire in Utah Expands to 92,000 Acres
The Cottonwood fire in Utah's Fishlake National Forest has grown to over 92,000 acres with 0% containment, becoming the largest active wildfire in the US, officials report.
Pro-One Nation Facebook Groups Run by Foreign Meme Factories
Exclusive: Guardian analysis reveals many large pro-One Nation Facebook groups are run by foreign digital creators in southeast Asia, monetizing Islamophobic and AI-generated content through outrage engagement.
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