One Simple Task for Greener Lawns in Hot Weather
Watering deeply every other day for 40-60 minutes is key to keeping lawns green and thick during heatwaves, say experts. This encourages deep root growth and prevents heat-induced dormancy.
Category : Environment
Keep Roses Black Spot-Free All Summer with Milk
Black spot is a common fungal disease affecting roses, but a natural method using milk can help prevent and treat it. Mix one part milk with two parts water and spray weekly.
Milk Spray Prevents Black Spot on Roses: Simple DIY Solution
A simple DIY milk spray effectively prevents and treats black spot on roses, according to gardener Joe. Mix one part full-fat milk with two parts water and spray weekly.
Binman Settles Takeaway Container Recycling Debate
A TikTok binman settles the debate on recycling takeaway containers: only non-greasy items like carrier bags can be recycled at home; greasy boxes and cups go in general waste.
Gardener Shares 4 Hydrangea Care Tips for UK Gardens
Hydrangeas are popular UK plants. A gardener reveals four key tips: best spot, planting/repotting, watering, and pruning for Hydrangea Annabelle.
Binman Settles Fast Food Container Disposal Debate on TikTok
TikTok's No1 Binman advises that greasy fast food containers like McDonald's cannot be recycled at home and must go in general waste, as they damage recycling machinery.
Chemical Engineer Reveals 57p Kitchen Staple to Banish Shower Stains
Chemical engineer Diego Fernandez shares a 57p dish soap solution to remove water stains from shower glass, using a two-step method with vinegar.
Monty Don Urges Gardeners to Harden Off Plants Before May Move
Monty Don advises gardeners to harden off tender annuals for a week before planting outdoors in May to ensure healthy growth.
South African Farmer Accused of Killing Two Women and Feeding Bodies to Pigs
South African farmer and two employees accused of killing two women and feeding bodies to pigs in Limpopo; bail hearing postponed.
UK Supermarkets May Drop Items Under Deforestation Rules
UK supermarkets could remove chocolate, cooking oils, and shampoo from shelves under new government deforestation rules announced during London Climate Action Week.
46p Sponge Hack for Quick Fence Painting
A TikTok user reveals a cheap and fast method to paint garden fences using a 46p sponge, eliminating the need for brushes or sprayers.
Black Bear Killed After Fatal Attack on Camper in Arkansas
Arkansas officials kill black bear believed to have fatally attacked camper Max Thomas in Ozark National Forest; second fatal bear attack in state recently.
Great Barrier Reef Suffers Worst Coral Loss in Decades
Great Barrier Reef suffers biggest annual drop in live coral since 1980s due to severe bleaching, cyclones, and flooding, raising concerns of an unstable system.
Deer Smashes Through Van Windscreen In Motorway Horror
Deer crashes through car windscreen, lands on 10-year-old girl's lap near Cleethorpes; locals blame building noise.
Scotland’s ‘secret coast’ roars back to life with community ventures and cool stays
Scotland’s Cowal peninsula, once faded, is reviving with community ventures, artisan coffee, and cool stays, drawing visitors to its unspoiled nature.
Public Ownership Of Water And Energy At Heart Of Burnham Agenda, Sources Say
Andy Burnham plans to bring water and energy utilities under public control if PM, sources say, potentially costing billions but aiming to reduce bills.
UN Plastic Pollution Talks Must Deliver Ambitious Treaty, Expert Warns
Leading expert urges UN delegates in Geneva to secure ambitious treaty on plastic pollution, warning of health and environmental crises.
Pet Experts Warn of Hidden Dangers in Parks for Dogs This Autumn
Dog owners warned of autumn park hazards: rat poison, acorns, leaf piles, and aggressive wildlife. Expert tips to keep pets safe.
Amsterdam to install tiny staircases in canals to rescue cats from drowning
Amsterdam to spend €100,000 on tiny staircases in canals to help cats escape drowning, following a city council vote on 10 July.
Guardian Readers Rally To Support Cornish Boat Cleanup Crusader
Guardian readers donate over £23,000 to support Steve Green's mission to remove abandoned yachts from Cornish rivers.
Luxury Car Ship Sinks Off Azores After Fire
Cargo ship Felicity Ace sinks off Azores carrying 4,000 luxury cars, including Porsches and Bentleys, after fire. No injuries, insurance covers losses.
Tourists Slammed For Trashing Popular UK Beach
Tourists leave bizarre TripAdvisor reviews of Porthminster Beach in Cornwall, complaining about sticky sand and cold water.
Over 90,000 March Across Sydney Harbour Bridge in Pro-Palestine Rally
Over 90,000 pro-Palestine protesters march across Sydney Harbour Bridge, calling for an end to the Gaza conflict and urging Australian government action.
Microplastics Found in Human Brains and Blood: New Study Raises Health Concerns
Microplastics found in human brains and blood may alter gut bacteria and raise risks of depression, dementia, and heart disease, new studies suggest.
UK Supermarkets to Remove Deforestation-Linked Items from Shelves
UK supermarkets will phase out everyday items like chocolate and shampoo linked to illegal deforestation under new government rules announced during London Climate Action Week.
UK Temperatures to Drop After Record June Heatwave
The Met Office confirmed Friday as the UK's hottest June day on record at 37.3°C. Temperatures will drop with thunderstorm warnings as the heatwave ends.
US Strikes Iran After Trump Labels Hormuz Attack Ceasefire Breach
The US launched airstrikes on Iranian missile and drone storage sites and coastal radar after a drone hit a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, which Trump called a 'foolish violation' of the ceasefire.
Carole Malone tears apart Ed Miliband with one furious sentence
Carole Malone called Ed Miliband a 'zealot' on GB News, warning his green policies would terrify markets and make Britain unloanable, amid reports he could become Chancellor under Andy Burnham.
Prince William Honours Wales Air Ambulance at 25th Gala
Prince William praised the Wales Air Ambulance Charity at its 25th anniversary gala in Newport, calling the service something Wales can be immensely proud of.
Nina Warhurst Supported After Dementia Heatwave Warning
BBC presenter Nina Warhurst received overwhelming support after urging the public to protect dementia sufferers during the UK heatwave, sharing her father's experience with mixed dementia.
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