Fussiest Dog Breeds Ranked: Poodles Top the List
Animal behaviorist ranks the fussiest dog breeds, with Poodles leading. See if your pet's breed made the list and learn why picky eating is common.
Category : Environment
RHS Warns Gardeners to Check for Hedgehogs Before Strimming
The RHS advises gardeners to inspect lawns for hedgehogs before strimming, as these tools can cause fatal injuries to the protected mammals, which are vital for pest control.
Kitchen Scrap Boosts Peace Lily Blooms Naturally
Discover how used coffee grounds can help peace lilies thrive, producing beautiful blooms. This kitchen scrap provides essential nutrients and adjusts soil pH for optimal growth.
Abandoned Welsh Village Reclaimed by Nature After 1927 Exodus
Talysarn in Gwynedd was abandoned in 1927 when 2,000 residents were relocated. Now its ruins are completely overgrown, attracting explorers and photographers.
World Rugby Makes Lower Tackle Heights Permanent in Grassroots
World Rugby has approved lower tackle heights permanently for grassroots rugby from July 1, aiming to reduce concussions. The change also moves closer to professional implementation.
BBC Dawn Chorus Sparks Birdwatching Boom Among Youth
BBC Radio 3's dawn chorus slot has sparked a birdwatching boom, with over 700,000 young Britons now twitching. The trend is driven by Gen Z seeking mindfulness and nature connection.
Claremont Rambling Club Walked in Dalmellington Sunshine
Claremont Rambling Club enjoyed a sunny six-mile walk around Dalmellington, East Ayrshire, with a coffee stop in Ayr and a social hour at the Dalmellington Inn.
Major Oak Dies: Overtourism and Climate Change Blamed
The 1,200-year-old Major Oak, linked to Robin Hood, has died due to soil compaction from millions of visitors, structural interventions, and recent heatwaves and droughts.
Ex-Taliban Bomber Saved by Biology Class Shares Story
Maiwand Banayee, once brainwashed as a teen suicide bomber, credits a biology class with saving his life. He shares his escape from extremist ideology in his new book.
Best Time to Water Plants Isn't Morning, Experts Say
Gardening experts reveal the optimal time to water plants is late afternoon or early evening, not morning, to prevent evaporation and disease.
Plant Buddleia Before End of June for Butterfly Garden
Butterfly Conservation says planting buddleia (butterfly bush) before end of June can attract many butterflies to UK gardens with its nectar-rich flowers.
Tenerife locals fear hantavirus cruise ship arrival will repeat Covid ordeal
Tenerife locals fear hantavirus cruise ship arrival will repeat Covid ordeal, as Spanish government allows docking despite island leader's objections.
Heatwave-Proof Your Home Without Air Conditioning
Discover smart, sustainable ways to keep your home cool during UK heatwaves without relying on air conditioning. From insulation to fans, expert tips inside.
Attenborough: Plant Buddleja to Attract Butterflies
Sir David Attenborough shares tips to attract butterflies by planting nectar-rich plants like Buddleja and lavender, creating wild areas, and supporting conservation.
Poodles Top Fussiest Dog Breed List in Expert Study
A new survey by Forthglade ranks the fussiest dog breeds, with Poodles taking the top spot. Expert Caroline Wilkinson explains picky eating behaviors in dogs.
Gardeners Warned to Check for Hedgehogs Before Strimming
Gardeners are urged to check for hedgehogs before strimming or mowing lawns this summer, as these routine tasks can seriously injure or kill the creatures, warns the RSPCA and RHS.
Coffee Grounds: Secret to Peace Lily Blooms
Discover how used coffee grounds can transform your peace lily care. Rich in nitrogen, they boost growth, encourage blooms, and adjust soil pH. Use monthly for best results.
Gardeners Warned: Check for Hedgehogs Before Strimming
Gardeners are reminded to check for hedgehogs before using strimmers or mowers, as these tools can severely injure or kill the protected animals. The RSPCA and RHS urge caution.
Attenborough's Butterfly Garden Tip: Plant Buddleja
Sir David Attenborough shares his top advice for attracting butterflies to your garden this summer, emphasizing the importance of nectar-rich plants like Buddleja to support declining species.
Abandoned Welsh Village Reclaimed by Nature
Talysarn, a former slate mining village in North Wales, was abandoned after 2,000 residents were relocated. Now, moss-covered ruins and a preserved Cornish beam engine remain.
Kitchen Scrap Makes Peace Lilies Thrive: Coffee Grounds
Peace lilies can be fussy, but adding used coffee grounds to soil provides nitrogen, adjusts pH, and deters pests. Use monthly for best results.
Gardeners: Check for Hedgehogs Before Strimming
Gardeners are advised to check for hedgehogs before strimming or mowing lawns this summer to avoid injuring these vital creatures. The RSPCA and RHS offer safety tips.
Attenborough's Butterfly Garden Tip Will Bring Great Pleasure
Sir David Attenborough shares a simple method to attract butterflies to your garden, recommending nectar-rich plants like Buddleja to support declining species.
Peace Lilies Bloom with Coffee Grounds: Kitchen Scrap Secret
Discover how used coffee grounds can help peace lilies thrive. This kitchen scrap boosts nitrogen, adjusts pH, and deters pests for stunning blooms.
Scalp Sunburn Risk: Dermatologist Warns Brits
Dermatologist warns Brits neglecting scalp sun protection may increase skin cancer risk. Scalp sunburn often overlooked, even by diligent sunscreen users. Symptoms include flaking, tenderness, and itching.
Drug Trafficker Jailed 15 Years for Airport Cocaine Plot
Dale Hosker, 50, was sentenced to 15 years and four months for collecting cocaine from US couriers at Manchester Airport as part of a major smuggling operation.
Chamoy: The New Sweet and Spicy Condiment Taking Over UK
Chamoy, a Mexican condiment blending sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors, is set to become the UK's next big food trend, replacing hot honey as the go-to 'swicy' sauce.
Two Ingredients for Crispy Baked Potato Skins
Chef Will Murray shares his best tip for achieving perfectly crispy baked potato skins every time using just olive oil and flaky salt, plus the ideal potato variety.
Save Pubs to Tackle Loneliness Crisis, Reeves Urged
Pubs provide up to £30bn in wellbeing benefits and combat loneliness, a new report claims. The British Beer and Pubs Association urges government action to prevent closures.
Off-site flatpack homes installed in West Kirby in 1.5 days each
Work has begun on 14 homes in West Kirby built using modern off-site construction methods, with walls and roofs assembled like flatpack furniture. Eight will be for social rent, six for private rent.
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