Reform UK's Fracking Map Reveals 140 At-Risk Constituencies
Reform UK's pro-fracking stance could alienate voters in 140 constituencies with licences, research shows, as local councillors oppose drilling.
Category : Environment
UK's 19 Safest Places for Nuclear Attack Survival
As global tensions rise, experts list 19 UK locations considered safest in a nuclear attack, including Cornwall, Inverness, and the Isle of Anglesey.
Bootle Strand Evacuated After HGV Hits Gas Pipe
Emergency services responded after a HGV struck a gas pipe under Bootle Strand shopping centre, causing evacuation and bus station closure. Cadent Gas repaired the leak.
World Food Systems ‘Pushed to the Brink’ by Extreme Heat, UN Warns
UN warns extreme heat threatens global food systems, with farmers unable to work, livestock dying, and crop yields falling, putting billions at risk.
Disability costs like 'second mortgage', campaigner says
A campaigner says the cost of being disabled is 'overwhelming', comparing it to a second mortgage. She calls for companion travel passes on public transport.
Raw Sewage Spill Closes Cornwall Beaches Health Alert Issued
Sewage spills close Cornwall beaches; health alerts issued across England and Wales after heavy rainfall causes storm overflows.
Over half of GLP-1 users hide jabs; new pill may help
More than half of Brits on GLP-1 weight loss jabs keep it secret due to stigma. A new oral pill could offer a discreet alternative, with 69% preferring tablets over injections.
37 Items Banned From New UK Bins to Avoid £400 Fine
New UK bin rules ban 37 items from recycling bins, with fines up to £400. Households must separate waste into up to four bins.
Feral Horse Numbers Surge in Kosciuszko Park After Culling Pause
Feral horse numbers surge in Kosciuszko National Park after a pause in aerial culling, prompting calls to scrap retention zones and reduce the target of 3,000 horses.
The Independent Unveils Inaugural Climate 100 List for 2024
The Independent's first Climate 100 List honours global environmental leaders, including activists and scientists, for their climate solutions.
Put water bowls on windowsills to cool homes Saturday
Households across the UK are advised to place bowls of water on windowsills on Saturday as temperatures are forecast to reach 23°C. This simple method helps cool rooms naturally.
Chris Packham Debunks Jimi Hendrix Parakeet Myth
Chris Packham's new documentary reveals ring-necked parakeets are not invasive and debunks the myth that Jimi Hendrix released them in London.
Met Office Confirms Potential UK Heatwave in June: 16 Counties
The Met Office has confirmed a potential heatwave in the UK from June 18, with temperatures possibly reaching 30°C across 16 counties in East and South East England.
Carluke Woman Wins National Award for Dog Blood Donation
Pam Tait from Carluke has won the Pioneering Award at the Heart of Pet Blood Bank Awards for her work in promoting dog blood donation, with her dogs making 46 donations.
Pensioner, 87, Fulfills Horse Riding Dream with Charity
Mary Aitken, 87, rode a horse for the first time thanks to Airthrey Care Home's Wishing Well initiative and Equi-Power Central Scotland RDA.
Sisters, 5 and 6, Praised for Brave First Aid After Grandfather's Fall
Two young sisters, aged five and six, used first aid skills from a St John Ambulance course to treat their grandfather after a fall, staying calm and applying pressure to a head wound.
Remove Sun Cream from Cars Before Sunday Heat
Drivers are urged to remove sun cream bottles from cars as UK temperatures set to hit 24°C. Heat can degrade active ingredients, reducing UV protection.
Subterranean Fungi Networks Span 110 Quadrillion Km
First global mapping of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi reveals networks stretching 110 quadrillion km, highlighting their role in sustaining plant life and climate regulation.
Analogue Resurgence: VHS and Cassettes Return
The Guardian explores the revival of analogue formats like VHS and cassettes, driven by digital fatigue and a yearning for tangible, imperfect media experiences.
Super El Niño Arrives, Record Heat and Extreme Weather Expected
US officials confirm El Niño has arrived, with scientists predicting it could be the strongest in decades, supercharging extreme weather and pushing global temperatures to record highs.
Natural History GCSE to Include 20 Hours of Fieldwork
The new natural history GCSE in England, Wales and Northern Ireland will teach students about biodiversity, climate change, and include 20 hours of fieldwork, with a focus on accessible green spaces.
Auckland Earthquake Risk Higher Than Thought, Study Finds
New research reveals the Mangatangi Fault near Auckland is active, capable of a 6.8 magnitude quake, challenging the city's exemption from building regulations.
Socceroos Video Addresses Anti-Immigration Sentiment
The Socceroos release a powerful video celebrating their migrant roots, pushing back against anti-immigration rhetoric before the politically charged 2026 World Cup.
Trump Claims Iran Peace Deal Again, Experts Doubtful
Donald Trump says US and Iran are close to signing a peace agreement, but similar claims have failed before. Key US politics stories from June 11, 2026.
Albania Wetlands Threatened by Trump Resort Plan
Protests erupt in Albania over a proposed luxury resort backed by Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner, threatening a wildlife-rich nature reserve with hundreds of threatened species.
Saving Orangutans from Palm Oil: Relocation Dilemma
As palm oil plantations destroy orangutan habitats, conflicts with humans rise. Relocating the apes may not be the solution. A podcast explores the ethical battle.
Peacock Butterfly Wins Britain's Favourite Poll
The peacock butterfly has been voted Britain's favourite butterfly in Butterfly Conservation's first-ever poll, beating 59 other native species with over 20,000 votes cast.
Inside an Otter Postmortem: Grisly Beauty
A rare look at otter No 4,888's postmortem at Cardiff University reveals the grisly beauty of these creatures, contrasting with a first sighting in the wild.
Galápagos Expedition: Hammerhead Sharks Adapt to Ocean Changes
Join a research team on Darwin and Wolf Islands as they study critically endangered hammerhead sharks and fish species responding to rapidly changing ocean conditions in the Galápagos.
Hug a Climate Scientist Today: Show Love to Those Facing Existential Dread
A cartoonist urges readers to appreciate climate scientists who battle existential dread. Sign up for First Dog cartoons and shop for merchandise.
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