Liberal Senator Andrew McLachlan Defends Net Zero Target
Liberal senator Andrew McLachlan defends the net zero target, urging his party to retain it for accountability and environmental stewardship.
Category : Environment
Paul Merson Urges England Squad to Wear Sunscreen After Cancer
Football pundit Paul Merson has urged England's World Cup squad to wear sunscreen after revealing his melanoma diagnosis, sharing his story on Good Morning Britain.
Cheshire Restaurant Launches Water Menu with Bottles Up to £19
La Popote in Cheshire launches a water menu with bottles up to £19, guided by water sommelier Doran Binder, who advocates for water appreciation akin to wine.
Steve Nickson's Newcastle Exit: Power Struggle Claims Addressed
Steve Nickson's departure from Newcastle United is examined, addressing claims of a power struggle with Eddie Howe and highlighting his 15-year legacy of key signings.
Dorset Divers Fail to Find Spiny Seahorses in Studland Bay
Divers fail to find spiny seahorses in Studland Bay, Dorset, with only a dead specimen found this year, raising concerns over habitat damage.
Couple's Home Faces 926 New Builds Nightmare
Stan and Margo Gowrie, 73, have lived in their cottage surrounded by fields for 50 years. Now, plans for 926 homes threaten to engulf their home, causing traffic and noise concerns.
UN Chief Warns Climate Pledges Fall Dangerously Short of 1.5C Target
UN chief warns climate pledges fall short, overshooting 1.5C target inevitable with devastating consequences; urges course change at Cop30.
2000+ Lanarkshire Volunteers in SpringClean Scotland
More than 2000 people in Lanarkshire participated in litter picks during SpringClean Scotland 2026, organized by Keep Scotland Beautiful. East Kilbride Litter Pickers won a prize for early registration.
West London Residents Slam Block Used as Toilet
Residents of Felix Court in Yiewsley, West London, report persistent fly-tipping, urination, defecation, and rat infestations. Home Group, the housing association, apologizes and promises action.
Miliband's Net Zero Policies Face Blow in By-Election
A by-election in Aberdeen South could deliver a devastating blow to Ed Miliband's net zero policies, as voters vent fury over the ban on new oil and gas exploration amid high energy prices.
Welsh Water Fined £44.7m for ‘Serious and Unacceptable’ Sewage Breaches
Ofwat fines Welsh Water £44.7m for serious sewage breaches, including excessive spills and poor oversight, as part of sector-wide investigation.
Farmworker pleads not guilty to killing 7 at mushroom farms
Chunli Zhao pleads not guilty to murdering seven people at two California mushroom farms in January 2023.
Paul Merson Urges England Team to Wear Sun Cream After Cancer
Former Strictly star Paul Merson, diagnosed with melanoma in 2012, urges England's World Cup team to wear sun cream, sharing his story on Good Morning Britain.
Two-Metre Shark Sighting Prompts Evacuation of French Beach
A two-metre shark sighting forced the evacuation of a beach in southern France on 22 July, with swimming banned for an hour.
Australia Unveils 2035 Climate Target Amid Cross-Party Criticism
Australia sets 2035 emissions target of 62-70% below 2005 levels, facing criticism from both Coalition and Greens as insufficient or excessive.
5 Dirtiest Things Travellers Do: Hotel Remote Filthier Than Toilet Seat
From hotel TV remotes dirtier than toilet seats to barefoot walks in planes, discover the top 5 unhygienic habits travellers should avoid this summer.
Harry and Meghan Slammed for ‘Condescending’ Statement on UK Ban
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle faced backlash after releasing a statement on the UK government's ban on under-16s using social media, with critics calling it condescending and hypocritical.
Gardeners Told to Sprinkle Sugar on Lawns This June
Gardening experts recommend sprinkling sugar on lawns this June to rejuvenate yellow patches, boost nutrients, and suppress weeds affordably.
Supermarkets To Pay 20p Per Bottle Without Receipt From 2027
From October 2027, UK supermarkets will pay 20p per bottle returned without receipt under a new Deposit Return Scheme to reduce waste.
‘Wet Wipe Island’ Forms in Thames at Hammersmith Bridge
A massive pile of wet wipes, dubbed 'Wet Wipe Island', has formed in the Thames near Hammersmith Bridge, prompting a costly cleanup operation.
Giant Boa Constrictor Crashes Through Ceiling in UK Home
Two large snakes crashed through a ceiling in a Queensland home, weighing 22kg combined. Snake catcher says they are of exceptional size.
Abandoned Dog Furby Waits for Owner, Finds New Home
Abandoned dog Furby, left in a park with his bed, waits for his owner and finds a new home after a Houston rescue.
England's Sewage Crisis: Northern Rivers Hit Hardest as Spills Reach Record High
Northern English rivers worst hit as sewage spills hit record high in 2023, with Irwell valley topping the list.
Australia's High-Tech Fight Against Rising Shark Attacks
Australia uses smart drumlines, drones, and tracking to reduce shark attack risks, as experts note rising bites but stable fatalities.
Hamptons Beach Mass Grave For Bird Flu Geese Sparks Fury
Hamptons residents furious after hundreds of bird flu-infected geese buried in shallow mass grave on Georgica Beach, sparking health and environmental concerns.
Thames Water Rescue in Doubt Over Government Objections
Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds has reportedly objected to Thames Water's £10 billion rescue deal, warning it would burden customers, pushing the utility toward temporary nationalisation.
Flesh-Eating Screwworm Detected in Texas Calf, Raising Fears of Reinvasion from Mexico
First case of flesh-eating screwworm in US cattle in 60 years detected in Texas calf, sparking fears of livestock industry impact.
Madrid Wildfire: Residents Return to Devastation After Blaze Kills Man and 26 Horses
Residents return to Madrid suburbs after wildfire kills man and 26 horses, destroying homes and forcing evacuations.
How I Learned to Coexist with Ceiling Pythons in My Queensland Home
A personal story of overcoming fear and learning to coexist with carpet pythons in a Brisbane home, highlighting their beauty and ecological benefits.
David Attenborough's Wild London: A 99-Year-Old's Urban Safari
David Attenborough, 99, explores London's hidden wildlife in a new BBC documentary, Wild London, showcasing his enduring passion for urban nature.
Page 514 of 602