Monty Don: Easiest plant to grow in any garden
Monty Don reveals rocket as the easiest plant to grow in any garden, offering free, tasty salads. He also shares simple tips for cuttings and division.
Category : Environment
Poll: Should St George's Flag Be Banned During World Cup?
Several councils have banned St George's flags on public property during the World Cup, citing safety and community cohesion. Vote in our poll.
Attenborough: Cat Owners Should Add Bell to Collar
Sir David Attenborough recommends cat owners fit a bell on their pet's collar to reduce bird deaths. Simple changes can protect garden wildlife.
Alan Titchmarsh: Best Plants to Attract Birds to Your Garden
Alan Titchmarsh reveals his top fruit plants to attract robins, sparrows, and other birds to your garden this summer, including beautyberry, firethorn, and crab apple trees.
Attenborough's Urgent Advice for UK Cat Owners
Sir David Attenborough advises UK cat owners to fit bells on collars, keep cats indoors at dawn/dusk, and place bird feeders high to reduce bird deaths.
Alan Titchmarsh: Plant This to Attract Birds This Summer
Gardening expert Alan Titchmarsh recommends planting beautyberry (callicarpa) to attract birds like sparrows and robins this summer, along with other berry-producing plants.
UK Beachgoers Warned of Jellyfish Invasion on Norfolk Coast
As warm weather approaches, UK beachgoers are warned of a jellyfish invasion along North Norfolk. Experts urge 'look but don't touch' due to painful stings.
Olive Trees Under £10 with Cashback Offer for Gardeners
Gardeners can get a Thompson & Morgan olive tree for under £10 by stacking a Yimbly discount with a TopCashback £15 bonus for new members.
Earth’s Energy Imbalance Hits Record High, WMO Report Warns
WMO report warns Earth's energy imbalance hits record high, with oceans absorbing vast heat, causing extreme weather and threatening health and food supplies.
Jeremy Clarkson Shuts Diddly Squat Farm for Two Months After TB Outbreak
Jeremy Clarkson closes Diddly Squat Farm for two months after TB outbreak in cattle; also reports death of a puppy and sick calf.
One-off MenB vaccine for students after deadly outbreak
Government announces one-off MenB vaccination for Year 13 students and under-25s starting university after fatal Kent outbreak leaves two teenagers dead.
White vs Brown Eggs: The Only Real Difference, Experts Say
Experts explain that the only difference between white and brown eggs is the breed of hen. Taste, nutrition, and cooking are identical. Sainsbury's shift to white eggs aims to reduce carbon footprint.
Clever Ways to Reuse Egg Boxes and Plastic Bottles in Garden
A gardener shares clever ways to repurpose household waste like egg boxes and plastic bottles to benefit your garden, reducing waste and saving money.
Eco-Couple Build £300K Off-Grid Home, Pay Zero Electricity Bills
Alex Reeves built a sustainable eco-home from reclaimed wood, using solar panels and natural water purification. His off-grid lifestyle means minimal outgoings, despite the £300k build cost.
Ross Back Sands: England's Spectacular Hidden Beach Gem
Ross Back Sands in Northumberland has been named one of Britain's best underrated beaches, offering untouched sand, seals, and views of Bamburgh Castle.
Dog Food Recalled Over Brain Damage Risk
A dog food product sold across 20 US states has been recalled due to fears it could cause life-threatening brain damage from thiamine deficiency.
Far-Right Figures Fuel Anti-Immigrant Unrest in Falkirk
Falkirk becomes UK hotspot for racial unrest as Reform councillor Claire Mackie-Brown and Voices For Falkirk's Julie Reilly lead protests outside asylum hotel, drawing far-right attention.
Wrestling charity launched to fight youth knife crime in Scotland
A former gang member has founded Scotland's first professional wrestling charity to steer vulnerable children away from knife crime, offering free classes and support.
Liverpool shops close amid far-right march fears
Businesses on Liverpool's County Road plan to close on Saturday due to a far-right march, fearing violence and intimidation two years after riots devastated the area.
El Niño Threatens Extreme Weather, Scientists Warn
US scientists confirm El Niño has begun, potentially bringing extreme weather, record heat, and disruptions to food supplies and economies worldwide.
Harrods Turkey Supplier Suspended Over Welfare Breaches
Hockenhull Turkeys suspended after undercover footage shows welfare breaches; Harrods investigates supply chain.
Bab al-Mandab: The Strait Britain Ignores at Its Peril
While the world focuses on Hormuz, the Bab al-Mandab strait near Yemen poses a growing threat to global trade and UK interests, as Iran-backed Houthis weaponize the chokepoint.
New Deep-Sea Octopus Species Discovered Near Galapagos
A tiny blue octopus discovered near the Galapagos Islands in 2015 has been confirmed as a new deep-sea species, Microeledone galapagensis.
Supreme Court Sides With Michigan In Aging Pipeline Case
Supreme Court rules Michigan's lawsuit to shut down Enbridge's Line 5 pipeline beneath the Straits of Mackinac will stay in state court.
Mexican fans slam £13.40 beer at World Cup opener
World Cup fans in Mexico face £13.40 cans of lager and £8.63 nuts, sparking outrage over 'scandalous' prices that exceed a week's wages for locals.
Italy's Campi Flegrei Supervolcano Prompts Evacuation Plans Amid Rising Activity
Evacuation plans are being prepared for Italy's Campi Flegrei supervolcano near Naples, which has shown increased seismic activity since 2022.
Caterpillar Sounds Like a Tea Kettle, Scientists Discover
Scientists discover caterpillars make whistling sounds like tea kettles by forcing air through gut constrictions when attacked.
World Cup Chaos: Riot Police Clash with Protesters in Mexico City
Chaos erupted outside Estadio Azteca as riot police clashed with protesters throwing Molotov cocktails during the World Cup opener between Mexico and South Africa.
Lauren Cowell Campaigns To Raise Social Media Age To 16
Lauren Cowell, wife of Simon Cowell, campaigns to raise social media age to 16 after son secretly downloaded Snapchat.
FIFA's 'Woke' National Anthem Change Sparks Fury Among Fans
World Cup viewers slam FIFA's new national anthem format requiring all 26 squad members to line up, calling it 'woke nonsense' and blaming American influence.
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