Mazda CX-30 Tops Auto Express Family Car Reliability Survey
The Mazda CX-30 has been voted the UK's most reliable family car in the Auto Express Driver Power survey, beating Tesla and BMW models.
Category : Environment
Mums Swap Finance for Fashion in Gosforth
Two former finance professionals, Katy McKinlay and Victoria Catherall, launched Style Social in Gosforth to resell pre-loved clothes, promoting sustainability and community.
Cool Your Home Without Fan or AC With a Hot Water Bottle
Discover a simple, no-cost way to cool down your home this summer using a hot water bottle. No electricity needed, just ice or cold water for instant relief.
Cool Home Without Fan or AC Using a Hot Water Bottle
Struggling with summer heat? Discover a simple, affordable way to stay cool without a fan or AC using a common household item: a hot water bottle filled with cold water.
Stay Cool Without Fans or AC Using This Simple Item
Discover how a hot water bottle can keep you cool during summer heatwaves without needing fans or air conditioning. Simple, affordable, and effective.
Pre-Bed Habit to Cool Down in Hot Weather
A sleep expert reveals a surprising trick to beat the heat: a lukewarm shower before bed helps the body cool naturally. Plus tips on bedding and sleep positions.
Swap Mayo for Greek Yogurt for Better Chicken Salad
Discover how swapping mayonnaise for Greek yogurt makes chicken salad sandwiches creamier, safer, and more flavorful. Simple recipe included.
Castile Soap Spray Keeps Aphids Off Roses Effectively
Learn how to use Castile soap and peppermint oil to naturally eliminate aphids from roses without harming plants or beneficial insects.
16 UK Areas Face Monday Rain Despite Looming Heatwave
Met Office weather maps show rain sweeping across 16 areas of Britain on Monday, including Scotland, Northern Ireland, northern England and Wales, despite an extreme heatwave forecast later in the week.
Kurdish Group Litter-Picks in Newcastle to Thank City
A Kurdish volunteer group, Kurdish House, has been litter-picking in Newcastle's West End for months, growing to nearly 100 members, to express gratitude for the warm welcome they received in the city.
Common Habit That Causes Bathroom Mould
Long, hot showers may be causing bathroom mould. Learn how to prevent mould with shorter showers, ventilation, and drying bathmats and curtains.
Castile Soap Spray Keeps Roses Aphid-Free
Learn how to protect roses from aphids using a simple Castile soap spray. This natural method kills pests without harming plants or beneficial insects.
Gardeners Warned of Slug 'Invasion' That Could Undo Weeks of Work
After a mild winter and soggy start to summer, slugs are flourishing. Experts warn of an invasion that can devastate gardens, undoing weeks of hard work. Learn how to spot and manage them.
Woman Creates TV Star Home with Clever Upcycling and Free Finds
Anna's Carmarthen home, featured on BBC's Wales' Home of the Year, showcases budget-friendly upcycling, free online finds, and DIY projects that create a unique, personality-filled space.
Garden Dangers: Toxic Plants and Slippery Paths Hospitalise Thousands Yearly
Garden hazards like moss, algae, and toxic plants cause thousands of injuries yearly in the UK. Expert tips on staying safe.
Monty Don's March Hydrangea Task for Bigger Blooms
Monty Don and Alan Titchmarsh share tips for bigger hydrangea blooms by deadheading in March after the last frost.
New Breed of Political Prisoners Emerges in UK as Anti-Protest Sentences Rise
Report finds 286 climate and Gaza activists jailed for 136 years total, with average 28-week sentences, as anti-protest laws tighten.
£1.8bn NHS Hospital Plan on Greenbelt Sparks Fury
A £1.8bn NHS hospital rebuild on protected Greenbelt land in Surrey faces fierce opposition, with an MP warning of traffic chaos and hidden infrastructure costs that could make it 'another HS2'.
Grey Seals Killing Common Dolphins Off Welsh Coast Baffles Experts
Grey seals have killed common dolphins off the Welsh and North Devon coasts for the first time, baffling marine experts.
Labour MPs Told to Vote Down Wildlife Protection Amendment
Housing secretary Steve Reed tells Labour MPs to reject Lords amendment protecting wildlife from planning bill, sparking criticism from charities.
Missing Indiana Tortoise Found After 700-Mile Journey Home
66-pound Sulcata tortoise Emma found wandering in Indianapolis, reunited with owner after Amazon driver left gate open.
Chemical Spill Kills Salmon In River Spey Tributary
Chemical spill in Knockando burn kills salmon, eels, and birds; Sepa investigates suspected caustic soda pollution.
Spain’s First Tsunami-Ready Town Leads Coastal Safety Drive
Chipiona becomes Spain's first UNESCO-recognised tsunami-ready town, leading coastal safety with drills, sirens, and evacuation plans.
UK Commits to 87% Emissions Cut by 2040
UK government commits to 87% emissions cut by 2040, targeting net zero by 2050 amid political division over climate action.
Rare 'Devil's Fingers' Fungus Found on Dartmoor
A rare devil's fingers fungus, resembling a blood-red hand, has been found on Dartmoor. The alien-like organism emits a rotting flesh smell.
US Heatwave and Wildfire Smoke Trigger Health Alerts Across Multiple States
US faces extreme heatwave and Canadian wildfire smoke, triggering health alerts in major cities and highlighting risks for older adults.
UK Supermarkets Face Fresh Produce Shortages From Iran Conflict
UK could face supermarket shortages this summer due to Iran conflict disrupting CO2 supplies for chicken, pork, and fizzy drinks.
Kraken Review: Norwegian Monster Movie Delivers Eco-Lecture with Thrills
Review of Norwegian monster film Kraken, blending eco-message with fjord-based rampage and creature thrills.
Avoid Stony Ground When Planting Beetroot, Experts Warn
UK gardeners are urged to avoid stony ground when planting beetroot to prevent misshapen roots. Experts recommend sunny spots with light, fertile soil for best results.
Monty Don’s Simple Lawn Task Promises Moss-Free, Thicker Grass This Spring
Monty Don shares a simple lawn aeration task to banish moss and promote thicker grass this spring.
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