Fox Joins Man Watching TV Through Open Patio Door in Swindon
Swindon man Phillip Skeates shares video of fox entering his home through open patio door to watch TV, sparking mixed reactions online.
Category : Environment
Government and Ofwat Prepare Contingency Plans for Possible Thames Water Collapse
UK government and Ofwat draw up contingency plans for Thames Water collapse amid £14bn debt, considering temporary public ownership.
Binmen Warn: Never Recycle This Common Food Item
Binmen warn never to put disposable vapes in household bins due to fire risk from lithium batteries; take them to recycling points instead.
Binman Reveals Trick to Keep Foxes Out of Bins
A UK binman shares a simple tip using a milk container filled with water to deter foxes and seagulls from raiding bins, plus advice on bin placement.
Thames Water Creditors Propose £20bn Rescue Package with Fewer Projects
Thames Water creditors propose £20.5bn rescue plan with fewer projects, aiming to avoid nationalisation and restore viability.
Buckingham Palace Suspends Changing of the Guard Amid Heatwave
Buckingham Palace suspends Changing of the Guard for three days due to extreme heatwave, with temperatures nearing 40°C and a red weather warning issued by the Met Office.
UK schools close as 40C heatwave triggers red warning
Hundreds of UK schools will close or shut early this week due to extreme heat, with a 'heat-dome' bringing temperatures near 40C and a Met Office red weather warning in effect.
Scientists Drill Deepest Ocean Sediment in Japan Trench
Scientists drill deepest ocean sediment in Japan Trench, sampling the fault that caused the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami.
Perthshire dad gets MBE for 30 years of cancer fundraising
Jo Williamson, 74, from Blairgowrie, has been awarded an MBE in the King's Birthday Honours for over three decades of volunteering with Cancer Research UK, starting after his wife Sue was diagnosed with cancer in 1993.
UN Chief Warns Higher Defence Spending Futile Without Climate Aid
UN development chief Achim Steiner warns higher defence spending is futile without climate aid, urging governments to view climate finance as integral to national security.
15-Minute Cornish Pasty Recipe for Quick Summer Dinner
This quick Cornish pasty recipe uses shop-bought puff pastry and takes just 15 minutes to prep. With new potatoes, roasted red pepper, and feta, it's a perfect summer dinner ready in under an hour.
TikTok Binman's Trick to Keep Foxes Away from Bins
A TikTok binman reveals a simple kitchen item that deters foxes and seagulls from raiding bins: placing a water-filled milk container on the lid.
Red Heat Alert Echoes UK's 1976 Scorching Summer
A rare red warning for extreme heat has been issued by the Met Office as June temperatures reach 35C, recalling the record-breaking summer of 1976 when temperatures hit 35.6C, causing drought, water rationing, and social upheaval.
RSPCA: 40C Heatwave 'Silent Killer' for Pets
The RSPCA warns that the upcoming 40°C heatwave could be a 'silent killer' for pets, urging owners to take precautions against heatstroke.
Global Tributes Pour In for Jane Goodall After Death at 91
World leaders and conservationists pay tribute to primatologist Jane Goodall, who died aged 91, praising her groundbreaking work and tireless advocacy.
Met Office warns of 45C heatwave by 2056 in sobering prediction
The Met Office warns that UK temperatures could hit 45C by 2056, with a 'sobering' scenario showing prolonged heatwaves exceeding 40C for nine consecutive days.
Heatwave: Parents Warned on Pushchair Towel Danger
As UK temperatures near 40°C, Which? warns parents not to drape towels over pushchairs, as it can raise internal temperature by 6°C, increasing SIDS risk.
Sabre-Toothed Cats and Early Humans: A 300,000-Year-Old Coexistence
Fossils of sabre-toothed cats found in Germany show they lived alongside early humans 300,000 years ago, who may have used spears for defence.
Drivers Without Air Con Urged to Avoid Driving This Week
Motoring expert Rod Dennis warns UK drivers of cars without air conditioning to postpone non-essential journeys as temperatures near 40C, with red heat alerts issued.
Australia’s Urban Heat Crisis: Maps Reveal Temperature Divide
Exclusive data reveals heat vulnerability hotspots in Australian cities, with western Sydney and outer Melbourne at highest risk due to age, health, and socioeconomic factors.
Mother of Four Eaten by Great White Shark in Front of Her Children
Shirley Ann Durdin, 33, was killed by a 20-foot great white shark while snorkelling, as her children watched from the shore in 1985.
Anna Ryder Richardson's Wildlife Park Fined £70,000 Over Tree Incident
Manor House Wildlife Park fined £70,000 after tree branch injured mother and son in 2010. Husband Colin MacDougall also fined.
Prince William Rides London Bus for Earthshot Prize
Prince William and Robert Irwin rode a special London bus to showcase Earthshot Prize finalists, highlighting 75 finalists supported and 18 million tonnes of CO2 avoided.
Jesy Nelson: SMA Babies Forgotten After Streeting Quits
Jesy Nelson and SMA UK say babies with spinal muscular atrophy have been forgotten after Wes Streeting resigned. A parliamentary debate demanded universal newborn screening, but the government delayed expansion, leaving 160,000 untested annually.
UK Heatwave: 'Heat-Dome' Could Bring 40C Temperatures
A 'heat-dome' over western Europe could push UK temperatures to near the all-time high of 40.3C. People seek shade and water as a red warning is issued.
Dog and Cat Breeds Most at Risk in Heatwave
Flat-nosed breeds like pugs and Persian cats suffer most in heatwaves. Experts share tips to keep pets cool as UK temperatures hit 38°C.
UK Heatwave to Trigger Alarming Rat Infestation Surge
UK heatwave could trigger rat infestation surge, with experts warning of increased rodent activity and disease transmission.
Rare 70-Foot 'Pink Meanie' Jellyfish Wash Up on Texas Beaches
Rare 'pink meanie' jellyfish, with tentacles up to 70 feet, wash up on Texas beaches; mild sting but not edible.
Tawny Frogmouths Thrive in Melbourne Thanks to Streetlights
Tawny frogmouths thrive in Melbourne using streetlights to hunt, despite cat predation. Planet Earth III explores urban wildlife adaptations.
California firefighters battle to save ancient sequoias from Garnet fire
California firefighters race to protect ancient sequoia trees in McKinley Grove as the Garnet fire spreads through Fresno County.
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