Australia is gripped by an extreme January heatwave, with temperatures soaring past 45°C, triggering catastrophic bushfire conditions and health warnings. Read the latest on the emergency response.
A unique Glasgow sculpture celebrates pigeons, as Brits share heartwarming lockdown stories of the birds. Discover why these urban dwellers deserve our respect and admiration.
Sir David Attenborough's new documentary, Wild London, reminds us to find joy in local wildlife. Discover how his enduring passion combats ecological despair. Read the full story.
Sir David Attenborough's new documentary, Wild London, reminds us to find joy in local nature despite global decline. Discover how his enduring passion fuels conservation efforts. Read the full story.
A five-month-old English bull terrier in Shropshire needed emergency surgery after swallowing a razor blade. Discover the full story of Charlie's lucky escape and the vet's warning about what pets eat.
The US EPA will propose a limit for perchlorate in drinking water, a chemical linked to thyroid issues. The agency says it's acting due to a court order, arguing the rule's cost outweighs its public health benefits. Read the full story.
As the UK freezes, a gardening guru reveals why breaking ice on ponds can injure fish and shares safer methods to ensure their oxygen supply. Learn the dos and don'ts.
As the UK freezes, a TikTok gardening guru reveals why breaking pond ice with a hammer can injure fish and shares safer methods to ensure their oxygen supply.
A new wave of architects, backed by councils, is designing beautiful and functional public toilets across London, aiming to restore civic pride and address a 40% decline in facilities.
Plant experts reveal five easy-care house plants that naturally fight toxic mould. A cheap and effective solution for damp British homes this January.
A 68-year-old man risked his life trying to rescue a teenage girl and her mother from 20-foot waves off the East Yorkshire coast. Read the full, heartbreaking account of the tragedy.
A cat owner was left stunned after realising her pet's quirky behaviour was a sweet bedtime ritual. Discover what other feline fans revealed about their own furry overlords.
A cat owner discovered her pet's adorable nightly ritual is an attempt to put her to bed. Read how other UK feline companions display similar quirky behaviours.
A vet technician reveals the critical symptoms of frostbite and hypothermia to watch for when walking your dog in snow. Learn how to keep your pet safe this winter.
A look back at Harry Griffin's first Guardian Country Diary from 1951, detailing how hardy Rough Fell sheep survived a Westmorland snowstorm by digging shelters. Discover this timeless tale of rural resilience.
A look back at Harry Griffin's first Guardian Country Diary from 1951, describing hardy Rough Fell ewes surviving a snowy spell in the Yorkshire Dales by digging shelters. Read this piece of rural history.
Experience the quiet beauty of a post-storm morning in Comins Coch, where frost glistens and wildlife stirs, signalling the slow turn of the year. Discover more in our nature diary.
A year after devastating fires killed over 30 and destroyed 17,000 structures, LA communities rebuild. See the poignant journey from ash to renewal.
Australia faces its most significant heatwave since 2019-20, with temperatures soaring to 47C in Victoria and SA, bringing extreme bushfire danger. Stay informed and safe.
Australia faces its most significant heatwave since 2019-20, with temperatures forecast to reach 47°C in Victoria and SA, bringing extreme bushfire danger. Stay informed and safe.
A village in Lincolnshire faces a huge detour after roadworks were delayed for six months due to mating badgers damaging a key route. Locals and council leaders are outraged.
Countryfile presenter Hamza Yassin reveals the careful approach needed to film ospreys in Scotland, leading to the stunning discovery of a very young chick. Watch Sundays on BBC One.
Countryfile presenter Hamza Yassin reveals the crucial rule he followed while filming ospreys in the Scottish Highlands, leading to an incredible discovery. Watch Sundays on BBC One.
Leading scientists argue the climate emergency jeopardises human civilisation, not the planet itself. Urgent action is needed to secure our future. Read the full analysis.
Leading scientists reframe the climate emergency: the planet will endure, but human civilisation is at risk. Discover the urgent call for action and systemic change.
A left-wing extremist group has claimed responsibility for an arson attack that cut power to tens of thousands in Berlin, citing protests over the climate crisis and AI. Read the full story on the ongoing crisis.
Emergency managers warn President Trump has left the US dangerously unprepared for natural disasters through budget cuts and agency gutting, with damages exceeding $101bn in 2025.
Emergency managers warn President Trump's cuts to FEMA and climate science have dangerously weakened US disaster response as 2025 costs hit a record $101bn. Experts call it a 'perfect storm' of rising threats and a crumbling safety net.
Experts warn climate change is worsening migraine attacks for millions. Discover the environmental triggers and new treatments for this debilitating neurological condition.
A dedicated volunteer was dismissed by the National Trust after highlighting thousands of spelling and grammatical mistakes on its website. Discover the full story of the 71-year-old's 14-year service and the charity's response.