Badenoch urges quick oil field decision
Kemi Badenoch says a decision on the Rosebank and Jackdaw oil fields is 'absolutely essential' as soon as possible, during a visit to East Lothian.
Category : Environment
El Nino: Unprecedented event to bring UK storms and rain
The Met Office warns a 'super El Nino' developing in the Pacific is unprecedented, likely bringing UK storms and rain and making 2027 the hottest year on record.
Gardeners warned over bird nest laws as nesting season ends
All birds, nests and eggs are protected by law in the UK, so gardeners must follow RSPB guidance to avoid breaking the law when cutting hedges.
13th Century Monastery Found Under Danish Football Pitch
The remains of St Clare's Monastery, dating to 1256, have been found a metre below a sports field in Roskilde, Denmark, using ground-penetrating radar.
Remove shower limescale with natural lemon or vinegar cleaner
Mira Showers says citric acid in lemon or acetic acid in vinegar is your best weapon against limescale, avoiding abrasive chemicals that can damage bathroom fittings.
Psychologist: Camping Boosts Meaningful Conversations
A psychologist says camping makes meaningful conversations easier by removing distractions, with side-by-side moments often sparking natural talk, as new research shows campers spend less time on phones.
Kilmarnock Masterplan Unveiled with £120m Vision
Kilmarnock's first town centre masterplan since the 1970s has been unveiled, backed by £120m funding, with proposals to repurpose vacant buildings and redesign the train station gateway.
Drone footage shows Formby dunes damage after wildfire
Drone footage shows the devastation caused by a wildfire that burned more than three hectares of rare dune habitat at Formby, roughly the size of four football pitches.
Remove shower limescale with one simple kitchen item
Mira Showers says citric acid in lemon or acetic acid in vinegar is the best weapon against limescale, avoiding abrasive chemicals that can damage bathroom fittings.
Garden upgrades to survive summer heatwaves
As UK heatwaves and hosepipe bans hit gardens, searches for plant protection soar 2400%. Wickes expert shares mulch, shade, and rainwater tips.
Bones under patio were Anglo-Saxon, not dead pet
A couple renovating their home in Wye found human bones under their patio in 2019. Six years later, the remains, dating from the Anglo-Saxon period, have been laid to rest in a churchyard service.
Tories' Energy Plan Fails Scrutiny, Tice Warns
Richard Tice criticises the Conservatives' new energy policy framework, arguing it retains costly subsidies and fails to undo Net Zero commitments.
Met Office warns 'intense' El Nino could bring storms, drought
The Met Office has warned the most intense El Nino in living memory could bring storms, drought and record heat worldwide, with 2027 very likely to become the warmest year on record.
Peace lilies will flower again fast with 2 simple tasks experts swear by
Peace lilies can flower again quickly with two simple tasks: deadheading faded blooms and repotting when needed, according to experts from Blooming Backyard.
Kirsty Gilmour backs LGBTQ+ youth campaign with stars
Lanarkshire badminton legend Kirsty Gilmour joins 30 celebrities and allies in The Proud Trust's #DeserveBetter film calling for safer spaces and better support for LGBTQ+ young people.
Keep cucumbers fresh for almost a month with easy 2-step method
Cucumbers can stay firm and fresh for up to 19 days using a simple two-step method with paper towels and a zip-lock bag, according to food experts at The Kitchn.
How to revive your lawn after the heatwave – and mistakes to avoid
With Wales under drought status and hosepipe bans, lawns have suffered. Emily Green from Howarth Timber shares expert tips to revive your grass safely.
Putin Shows Off Massive Cannon Before Nuclear Claims
Vladimir Putin paraded past the Tsar Cannon before boasting about Russia's nuclear power, as an ally threatened to bomb British factories.
Woman's brutal verdict on climbing Mount Snowdon
A Manchester vlogger named Aisha climbed Yr Wyddfa (Mount Snowdon) for the first time and said the view from the top is 'definitely not worth it'.
Binman settles debate on recycling bin lid rules
A binman has explained why wheelie bin lids must be shut for collection, citing safety, property damage, and pest deterrence, with rules set by local councils.
Chester Zoo CEO Warns Green Pipeline Threatens Habitats
Chester Zoo's chief executive says the proposed Peak Cluster carbon capture pipeline would 'rip through our fields' and damage irreplaceable wildlife habitats on its 470-acre conservation land.
9 in 10 Parents Face Road Rage on the School Run
Nine in ten parents have experienced road rage on the school run, with nearly a third of children having nearly been hit by a vehicle, a new study has found.
Met Office: strongest El Niño in living memory to hit London
The Met Office warns the El Niño event developing over the Pacific is shaping up to be the strongest in living memory, bringing more storms and rain to London this autumn and winter.
Greenock welcomes migrants to fight population decline
Greenock in Scotland is actively welcoming migrants and refugees through repopulation initiatives, with hundreds arriving since 2021 to address decades of population loss.
‘Unprecedented’ El Niño could be strongest in 1,000 years
An ‘unprecedented’ El Niño weather event is looming, likely to be the strongest in 500 or even 1,000 years, bringing more storms and heavy rain to the UK this autumn and winter.
Warning After Toxic Palm Oil Lumps Wash Up on Wirral Beach
Coastguard warns dog walkers after toxic palm oil clumps wash up on Egremont beach, Wirral, posing serious health risks to pets.
Airdrie Super Slimmer Marks Early Consultant Success
Marion Stallard lost over six stone with Slimming World, then became a consultant. Since March, her group has lost 820lb and helped nine members reach their target weight.
Garden expert: lawns can survive UK heatwave, other plants to count on
Parts of the UK are under drought status. GardeningExpress.co.uk advises which plants can survive the heatwave and how to help them recover.
El Niño Set to Be Strongest in Living Memory, Met Office Warns
The Met Office warns El Niño, set to be the strongest in living memory, will increase the risk of a wet and stormy autumn in the UK and make 2027 the hottest year on record.
Met Office: ‘Unprecedented’ El Nino to bring more UK storms
The Met Office warns the UK faces more storms and rain this autumn and winter due to an ‘unprecedented’ El Nino event, the largest since the 19th century.
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