Attract Robins with Open-Fronted Bird Boxes
Robins, the UK's most beloved bird, will only nest in gardens with open-fronted bird boxes placed in quiet, north-to-east facing spots, say experts.
Category : Environment
Best Time to Water Plants in UK Heatwave
Water plants in the cool morning to prevent wilted flowers. Horticulturalist Sue Pomeroy advises watering at roots, avoiding full sun, and using pea gravel for protection.
Britian's Best Beach Llanddwyn Overrun by Tourists
Traeth Llanddwyn, named Britain's best beach by Time Out, is causing local fury due to overtourism, with residents blocking access roads and illegal parking creating chaos.
Water plants in morning to prevent drying out, expert says
Sue Pomeroy, horticulturalist at Brightwater Holidays, advises watering plants in the cool of the morning to prevent drying out during the UK heatwave, avoiding midday sun to prevent leaf scorch.
Attract Robins to Your Garden with Open-Fronted Box
Robins are the UK's most beloved birds, but they only nest in open-fronted bird boxes placed between north and east, 1.5 meters high, in quiet, shrubby spots.
Blue Cross: Over 26°C Can Kill Guinea Pigs
Blue Cross warns guinea pig owners that temperatures above 26°C can cause fatal heatstroke. With UK heatwave hitting 36.1°C, owners urged to bring pets inside immediately.
BBC Long Wave Shutdown Threatens Pensioners' Energy Bills
Campaigners urge BBC to halt Radio 4 Long Wave closure, warning over 196,000 RTS meter users face energy bill chaos.
Best Time to Water Plants in Heatwave Revealed
Horticulturalist Sue Pomeroy advises gardeners to water plants in the cool of morning during a heatwave to avoid scorching and pest issues, and recommends gravel mulch for protection.
Pop-Up Sauna on Tube Highlights Hottest Lines
Currys installed a pop-up sauna on a London Underground carriage to highlight extreme heat commuters face. 80% find Tube temperatures unbearable, with Central line voted hottest.
Car Cooling Hack Faster Than Aircon Revealed in UK Heatwave
A simple car cooling hack, shared by Capital FM presenters and based on fluid dynamics, can cool a hot car faster than air conditioning by opening one window and pumping the door four times.
France heatwave: Parents warned after two kids found dead in car
Two boys, aged two and four, were found dead in a car parked in direct sunlight in Carpentras, southern France, during a heatwave with temperatures near 40°C. A manslaughter investigation has been launched.
Belfast Pride 'Deeply Disappointed' as NI Civil Service Steps Back
The Northern Ireland Civil Service will not formally participate in Belfast Pride 2026, citing legal context, sparking criticism from organisers who say demanding equality is not a breach of neutrality.
7 Dog Breeds Most at Risk of Heatstroke: Owners Urged to Act
UK dog owners urged to act quickly as heatwave continues. Seven breeds most at risk of life-threatening heatstroke, including French Bulldogs, Chow Chows, and Boxers.
UK Politicians Respond to Heatwave: Cool Hubs, Climate Debate
As London hits 35°C, Lib Dems demand cool hubs for vulnerable people. At PMQs, Starmer laments lost climate consensus, while Miliband considers backing Jackdaw gas field.
Draft Bill to Ban LGBTQ+ Conversion Practices Published
The UK government has published a draft bill to ban abusive LGBTQ+ conversion practices in England and Wales, making it a crime punishable by up to five years in prison.
Alan Titchmarsh: Stop Using Sprays That Harm Wildlife
Gardening expert Alan Titchmarsh advises against using sprays in gardens, as they harm wildlife. He recommends organic methods and diverse planting for a balanced ecosystem.
Cold Water Swimmers Scaring Off Loch Ness Monster, Experts Fear
Experts fear Loch Ness monster may be dead or hiding due to cold water swimmers, with no sightings in 2025 after three in 2024 and six in 2023.
UK Needs Political Action Committees for Migration and Sovereignty
Britain must adopt US-style Political Action Committees to influence policy between elections, says Advance UK's Richard Thomson, citing the Chagos Islands campaign as a success.
Toddler's Rash Was Cancer: Days from Death
Oscar Martin, now 7, was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia after a rash on his ear. His dad says doctors initially dismissed it, but within days the toddler was critically ill.
5 Colors to Never Wear in UK Heatwave: Expert Advice
Experts warn Brits to avoid black, navy, charcoal, dark brown, and deep tones during the 34C heatwave, as these colors absorb heat. Light shades like white and pastels are recommended.
UK Heatwave: Red Warnings as Temperatures Could Rise Higher
The UK heatwave brought record-breaking 36.1C in Gosport on Wednesday, with red extreme heat warnings issued for London, south coast, Swansea, Somerset, and Birmingham until late Thursday.
Spain Heatwave: 213 Deaths in Three Days as Temps Top 42C
Spain's heatwave has been linked to 213 deaths between Monday and Wednesday, with temperatures surpassing 42°C, according to the Daily Mortality Monitoring System.
Full Fibre Broadband for 10,000 Homes in Wishaw
Openreach's £3m investment brings Full Fibre to 10,000 homes and businesses in Wishaw, with over 75% of properties eligible to upgrade. Residents urged to switch for faster, reliable connections.
UK Urged to Sleep Downstairs in Record June Heatwave
Brits are urged to sleep downstairs as a record-breaking June heatwave brings tropical nights. Temperatures could hit 38°C, with overnight lows above 20°C.
UK's 'Bermuda Triangle' for birds: Hen Harrier vanishes
A satellite-tagged Hen Harrier vanished on Ruabon Moor, dubbed 'Wales' Bermuda Triangle', after its harness was deliberately cut. The RSPB says it's a textbook persecution case.
RSPCA Warns Scottish Dog Owners of Heatstroke Signs
The RSPCA warns Scottish dog owners that panting, often dismissed as normal, can indicate heatstroke as temperatures hit 29°C. Learn symptoms and first aid tips.
Vet Warns: Swap Dog Collars for Harnesses in Heatwave
Vet Dr Kirsten Ronngren warns dog owners to swap collars for harnesses during UK heatwave to avoid restricting panting, the main cooling method. Also advises walking early/late, checking pavement heat, and never leaving dogs in cars.
UK 'Bermuda Triangle' Ruabon Moor Notorious for Bird Killings
Ruabon Moor in North Wales, dubbed the UK's 'Bermuda Triangle,' is a hotspot for bird of prey persecution. A satellite-tagged Hen Harrier vanished in August 2025; its harness was deliberately cut, sparking police investigation.
Red Cross: 4 Foods to Eat in UK Heatwave
The British Red Cross recommends strawberries, cucumber, celery, and lettuce to stay hydrated during the UK heatwave, as temperatures hit 38°C.
Tribute to Humble Husband After Bowel Cancer Death
Keir Cleminson, 49, died peacefully on June 8 at St Margaret’s Hospice in Clydebank after a three-year battle with bowel cancer, leaving behind wife Gillian and three children.
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