Cat rescued from car engine after eight-hour ordeal
Nala survived an eight-hour ordeal trapped in a car engine in Walsall, with the vehicle's heat potentially cauterising her injury and saving her life.
Category : Environment
Farming couple devastated by sudden death of bull Ronnie
Graham and Helen Ackerman faced a devastating loss when their Aberdeen Angus bull Ronnie died unexpectedly on their Highland cattle farm in Scotland.
Shouting at vacuum to help scared dogs may backfire
Dogs Trust warns that shouting at vacuum cleaners to help scared dogs may increase fear; calmness and gradual introduction are advised instead.
Meghan Markle UK Return 'Won't Work', Expert Warns
Royal expert Andrew Lownie warns Meghan Markle's UK return won't work, citing Cotswolds winters and distance from her mother as two major flaws.
Swap avocado for creamier cheaper smashed peas on toast
Smashed peas are a cheaper, creamier alternative to avocado on toast, offering fibre, protein and gut-friendly nutrients in a five-minute recipe.
GMB turns tense as Richard Madeley tangles with Labour minister
Good Morning Britain aired a tense spat between Richard Madeley and Housing minister Matthew Pennycook over the government's affordable housing pledge and the 1.5 million homes target.
Burnham faces North Sea drilling decision that will divide nation
Andy Burnham must decide on Jackdaw and Rosebank oil and gas fields, a choice that risks angering voters and his own party either way.
Owl sanctuary run by 87-year-old to close after complaints
Ebbw Vale Owl Sanctuary, run by 87-year-old Malcom Jones, will close to the public from August 31 after licence challenges and complaints to trading standards.
Minister rejects claim Burnham broke council homes promise
A housing minister has rejected claims Andy Burnham broke promises on council housing as the Government unveiled a nearly £10 billion plan for affordable homes.
Lunar Eclipse Glasses: Do You Need Them for Friday's Blood Moon?
A partial lunar eclipse will be visible from the UK in the early hours of Friday, August 28, with 93% of the Moon in Earth's shadow. No special glasses are needed to view it safely, according to Royal Museums Greenwich.
Spray this kitchen staple around your home to keep spiders out
Spiders begin moving into UK homes this week. A simple water and vinegar spray can deter them, using ingredients found in most kitchens.
Burnham urged not to follow Starmer on migrant booklet row
Women's groups warn PM Andy Burnham that anti-migrant VAWG narratives endanger women, not protect them, urging urgent action.
Scientists warn of 10% chance of civilisation survival
Research warns civilisation collapse could occur within decades due to deforestation, with less than 10% survival odds in the most optimistic scenario.
Boy, 10, killed by monkeys in Gujarat after intestines torn out
A 10-year-old boy died after monkeys tore out his intestines in Salki village, Gujarat, India. Doctors declared him dead on arrival at hospital.
Monkey gang kills 10-year-old boy in Gujarat village attack
A 10-year-old boy died after a gang of monkeys tore out his intestines in Salki village, Gujarat, India. The attack happened near a temple in November 2023, and doctors declared him dead on arrival.
Lawrence Abu Hamdan: sound evidence and human rights
Lawrence Abu Hamdan, Turner winner and Earshot director, reveals how his art and sound-based human rights investigations are inseparable, from Gaza killings to a Belgrade sonic weapon.
35,000 Excess Deaths in Europe Linked to Heatwaves
At least 35,000 excess deaths occurred in Europe during back-to-back heatwaves, according to a new analysis. The study links the extreme heat to a significant mortality toll across the continent.
Indonesia Chokes on Haze as Super El Niño Intensifies Fires
Fires in Indonesian Borneo have burned tens of thousands of acres, sending choking smoke to Malaysia and Singapore, with nearly 94,000 hectares burned in July alone.
Rosy footman moth: a peachy summer beauty in Wales
The rosy footman moth, a newcomer to Anglesey with nectarine tones and hieroglyph-like markings, signals cleaner air and climate change.
Climate damage from Rosebank, Jackdaw fields could hit £38bn
Climate damage from developing the Rosebank and Jackdaw oil and gas fields could cost the UK economy up to £38bn, a new analysis suggests.
UK ministers urged to change road safety policy for young lives
UK ministers face calls to alter road safety policy after data shows young drivers are disproportionately killed or seriously injured on the roads, prompting demands for action.
Khan pledges £875k to fight extremism amid hate crime surge
Sadiq Khan has pledged £875,000 to tackle extremism in London as antisemitic and anti-Muslim hate crimes rise across the capital.
Hydrangeas: 10-second task to keep them strong through autumn
Gardeners can keep hydrangeas strong through autumn by deadheading spent blooms now, a task taking seconds that boosts root and leaf growth.
Woodside Abandons Emissions and Clean Energy Goals
Woodside Energy has scrapped its emissions reduction and clean energy investment targets, citing changing market conditions and a focus on gas production.
Gardeners urged to deadhead hydrangeas in 10-second autumn task
Hydrangeas fade as summer ends, but a 10-second deadheading task now can keep the plant stronger and healthier for autumn, say horticultural specialists.
Scotland's nightlife faces challenges, says bar boss
Scotland's nightlife industry struggles with costs and regulations, but bar boss Michael Bergson believes solutions like later trains and LEZ exemptions could help it thrive again.
Make frozen oven chips tastier and crispier with a five-minute mix
Frozen oven chips can be bland, but a five-minute spice mix from Tesco adds tangy flavour and a crispy finish. Coat with paprika, rosemary, garlic and salt before baking.
Frozen Chips Taste Better with Simple Spice Mix
Tesco's five-minute recipe coats frozen oven chips in paprika, rosemary, garlic and salt for crispier, tastier results. Try it in the oven or air fryer.
Dog Food Recall: 'Stop Feeding' Warning Over Metal
Fromm Family Foods recalls over 5,000 cases of two wet dog food products over suspected metal contamination, urging owners to stop feeding and contact vets if dogs show symptoms.
Cockroach Hunger Strike in India Sparks Political Row
An Indian man has begun a hunger strike demanding political party status for cockroaches, claiming they are oppressed and deserve representation.
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