How to Live on Earth Review: Cumberbatch's Positive Climate Doc
Benedict Cumberbatch presents a refreshingly hopeful documentary on climate solutions, focusing on actionable steps individuals and communities can take.
Category : Environment
Trump Administration's Reckless Handling of El Niño Threat
A super El Niño threatens disaster, but the Trump administration has sought to cripple forecasting by dismantling key ocean sensors. The Senate intervened, but the system remains at risk.
South East Water Imposes Hosepipe Ban Amid Heatwave
South East Water has introduced a hosepipe ban across Kent, Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire after demand surged 56 million litres above average during the heatwave.
How to Garden in a Heatwave: Tips for Thriving Plants
Learn how to help your garden survive a heatwave with expert tips on watering, mulching, plant selection, and more, from the RHS and other specialists.
Kenya Halts US Ebola Facility After Minister Contempt
Kenya's health minister ordered a halt to a US-run Ebola quarantine facility after being held in contempt for ignoring a court order, amid deadly protests and legal challenges.
Forty drown in France as heatwave shatters records across Europe
Forty people have drowned in unsupervised areas across France amid a record-breaking heatwave, as temperatures soar to 43C and several European countries issue red alerts.
UK Innovates Shading for Supercharged Heatwaves
As UK heatwaves intensify, homeowners and companies develop innovative shading solutions, from yoghurt on windows to luxury shade sails, to combat rising temperatures.
Hundreds of Schools Close in England and Wales Heatwave
Hundreds of schools in southern England and Wales close or shorten hours amid extreme heat, with unions calling conditions dangerous and urging government investment in cooling infrastructure.
Can Alok Make Dance Music More Sustainable?
Brazilian DJ Alok, ranked third globally, offsets carbon emissions through biogas partnerships and champions Indigenous artists, but continues to fly private jets.
Black swans, Tasmanian devils at risk if H5N1 bird flu hits Australia
More than 150 native bird species and 10 mammal species in Australia are at 'very high risk' from H5N1 bird flu, including black swans and Tasmanian devils.
40 drown in France as heatwave grips country, PM says
Forty people have drowned in unsupervised swimming areas across France since June 18 amid a ferocious heatwave, Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu said, as temperatures near 43C.
Foreign Office Updates Travel Advice for Spain, Portugal, France
Foreign Office issues urgent travel advice for Spain, Portugal, France as temperatures exceed 40°C, with red alerts, wildfire risks, and heat-related deaths reported across Europe.
Disposable face masks from pandemic create chemical timebomb, study warns
Study finds disposable face masks from pandemic release microplastics and endocrine-disrupting chemicals, posing long-term risks to health and environment.
Maid of the Loch Restoration Moves Forward for 2025 Relaunch
The Maid of the Loch is undergoing hull repairs and paddle reinstatement as volunteers prepare for its relaunch next year, returning to Balloch pier.
Sharp Rise in UK Battery Cow Dairy Farms as Costs Soar
Investigation finds number of UK dairy farms where cows cannot go outside has more than doubled since 2015, with 180 now confining cows indoors.
Global Tributes Honour Jane Goodall's Conservation Legacy
World leaders pay tribute to Jane Goodall, pioneering primatologist and conservationist, who died aged 91.
Powergrid Tells Households to Prepare for Power Cuts
Northern Powergrid has urged households in England to gather charged phones, torches, and batteries ahead of extreme heat warnings, as the Met Office issues red and amber alerts.
Olympics Would End Northern 'Second Class' Feeling: Foster
Great North Run founder Sir Brendan Foster says hosting the Olympics in the North of England would stop Northerners feeling like 'second class citizens' and bring vital infrastructure investment.
Hundreds of UK Schools Shut as 40C Heatwave Looms
Hundreds of schools across the UK are closing early or shutting completely this week as a 'heat-dome' pushes temperatures towards 40C, with a red weather warning issued by the Met Office.
Gardeners' World Expert Shares 4 Lawn Care Tips for June
Oliver Parsons from BBC Gardeners' World reveals four essential lawn care tips for June, including raising mower blades, feeding, and edging, to help grass survive the summer heatwave.
Pressure Washer Warning: Expert Reveals Safe Garden Cleaning Tips
Andy Mclaughlin, an expert at RF Paving, warns that some cleaning methods and chemicals can damage gardens. He advises on safe patio and paving cleaning, including avoiding certain substances.
UK Households Warned: Pressure Washer Risks in Gardens
Landscaping expert Andy Mclaughlin warns UK homeowners against using pressure washers on certain garden materials, citing risks of irreversible damage from improper cleaning techniques this summer.
Gardeners' World Expert: 4 June Lawn Tips for Heatwave
BBC Gardeners' World expert Oliver Parsons shares four essential lawn care tips for June, including raising mower blades and feeding, to help lawns survive the summer heatwave.
5 Appliances to Unplug During 37C Heatwave
Unplug TVs, computers, gaming consoles, phone chargers, and fans to reduce heat and save money during the 37C heatwave, says David Wilson Homes.
Rome's Tiber River to Be Made Swimmable in Major Clean-Up
Rome plans to make the Tiber swimmable in five years, but experts and media are sceptical due to high pollution levels.
After 60 She Dedicated Herself To Saving Soil And Adventure
After 60, Sousan Samadani dedicated herself to saving soil, embarking on a life of adventure including skydiving, hitchhiking and cycling thousands of miles.
Boston Begs Tartan Army to Come Back After World Cup
Boston locals compare the Tartan Army's departure to a breakup, with a viral TikTok showing a woman in a traffic cone hugging a Scotland flag, as the city mourns the Scottish fans' exit.
Vets' 7-Second Test for Dog Walking in UK 40C Heatwave
Vets Now advises a simple seven-second pavement test to prevent dog paw burns as UK temperatures forecast to hit 40C. Owners should place hand on surface for 7 seconds.
Rinse Banana Stems to Banish Fruit Flies
A simple trick of rinsing banana stems under cold water can prevent fruit fly infestations, as eggs are often laid on the stems. This method is cheaper and easier than vinegar traps.
Scottish Woman Runs UK Length for Epilepsy Charity, Nears Reunion
Caitlin Andrew, 26, is running 827 miles from Land's End to John O'Groats in memory of her best friend Tyla-Neve Malone, who died from epilepsy. She crossed into Scotland on June 20 and expects an emotional reunion with family in Glasgow.
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