Lion 'Sighted' in Spain Near Brit Holiday Hotspot Sparks Panic
A delivery driver reported seeing a lion near a popular British holiday destination in Spain, prompting a search by the Civil Guard that was later called off with no evidence found.
Category : Environment
Peru Struck by 6.7-Magnitude Earthquake, Landslides Reported
A magnitude 6.7 earthquake hit Peru's southern Andes on Thursday, causing landslides in Ayacucho, Ica and Arequipa regions, with no immediate reports of damage or injuries.
New Forest wildfire damage will take decades to recover
Wildlife and ancient trees destroyed in a New Forest wildfire the size of 140 football pitches will take decades to recover, Forestry England has warned.
Wigan Road Closed After Severe Flooding
Tanners Lane in Wigan has been closed after severe flooding on Thursday, August 20. Council and United Utilities staff are on site, and a vehicle was abandoned under the bridge. The road remains closed pending investigations.
Businesses Feed Fire Crews Battling Wildfires in Wales
Local businesses in Treherbert donated food and refreshments to firefighters battling wildfires, with Penaluna's fish and chip shop serving free chips at 3am.
Menopausal Woman Finds Relief with 'Godsend Oil' for Dryness
A menopausal woman shares how NAYDAYA's Victory Oil eased her painful dryness, calling it a 'godsend' that restored her 'spring in her step' after years of discomfort.
A1 safety campaigner welcomes PM's pledge but warns action needed
Kezz Petronelli-Stone of the Northumberland A1 Safety Alliance welcomes the Prime Minister's remarks but insists immediate action is needed to dual the A1 and save lives.
College partners with firms for renewable energy training routes
South Lanarkshire College has teamed up with Warmworks and City Technical Services (UK) Ltd to create structured pathways into the heating, energy efficiency and renewable energy sector through a new partnership.
Bluetongue Restrictions Imposed in Scotland
Temporary restrictions on animal movement in Dumfries and Galloway are introduced to halt the spread of the deadly bluetongue virus, affecting seven sheep and 13 cattle in Scotland.
Chester Zoo CEO warns carbon pipeline 'unacceptable'
Chester Zoo's CEO James Christon says plans for the Peak Cluster carbon capture pipeline risk damaging irreplaceable wetland habitats on the zoo's conservation land, calling the proposals 'unacceptable'.
Eczema sufferer says £19 mānuka honey cream calms skin faster
A £19 mānuka honey moisturiser has been praised by an eczema sufferer who says it calms and heals breakouts significantly faster than other creams.
Horses removed from Rhossili Common after grazing dispute
Horses that have grazed Rhossili Common for generations have been removed by farmers who say they faced 'constant pressure' from the National Trust, though the Trust denies asking for their removal.
Do Not Swim Warning at Three Isle of Wight Beaches
Three Isle of Wight beaches are closed to swimmers after rainfall triggered an outfall release, the Environment Agency warns, citing possible water quality issues.
East Kilbride woman loses over 6st after knee surgery scare
Louise McQuarrie lost 6st 7½lbs after joining Slimming World in 2021, avoiding knee surgery and transforming her health and confidence.
Northumberland Beach Pollution: Access Restrictions Continue
An investigation into pollution at Blyth South Beach continues after a strong-smelling substance was found. Restrictions on land access and bathing remain in place north of the Dave Stephens Centre due to suspected creosote contamination.
Flood Alleviation Scheme Submitted for Briton Ferry
A flood alleviation scheme has been submitted in Neath Port Talbot to address frequent flooding in Briton Ferry, affecting residential and commercial properties.
Wigan Greenbelt Victory: Four Sites Removed from Local Plan
Campaigners celebrate after four greenbelt sites in Wigan are removed from the local plan, marking a 'huge and incredibly emotional moment' in the fight against development.
Mixed reactions to Wales' 2040 net zero target
Welsh Government targets net zero by 2040, a decade ahead of UK's 2050 goal, sparking praise from environmentalists and criticism from opposition parties.
Tyneside Campaign Urges Beachgoers to Cut Plastic After Spill
A new campaign launches on Tyneside to reduce plastic on beaches, following a nurdle spill at the Port of Tyne that has polluted the North East coastline.
Majorca: Brits Warned of 39C Heat and Storms
Brits in Majorca are warned of extreme weather with 39C heat, thunderstorms, and strong winds, as an orange alert is issued by Aemet.
Made in Manchester Festival Returns to Stockport
Made in Manchester festival returns to Stockport over August bank holiday weekend with kids going free, new ownership, and a new location at Waterside Farm.
UK weather maps show 30C heat surge next week across 28 counties
Weather maps from WXCharts show temperatures could reach 30C in parts of England on August 26, with 28 counties forecast to exceed 25C.
Heatwaves Drive Record Pressure on Welsh Hospitals
Wales' hottest July on record led to over 104,000 emergency department attendances, the highest ever, putting the NHS under significant strain.
Burnham's North Sea Dilemma: New Drilling Sites Considered
The government may allow new oil and gas drilling at two North Sea sites, a move activists warn will accelerate climate chaos, as explored in a podcast with Helena Horton.
Climate Crisis Fuelling Steep Fall in Migratory Bird Numbers
A review by the British Trust for Ornithology finds more than half of migratory bird species are in major decline, driven by the climate crisis and extreme weather along the African-Eurasian flyway.
Rain Arrives but Drought Persists as Reservoirs Remain Low
Rain is finally falling after the driest July on record in England and Wales, but reservoirs remain at exceptionally low levels, meaning the drought is not over.
Guardian's Thalia Juarez Named Outrider Fellow for 2026-2027
Outrider Foundation announced Guardian photo editor Thalia Juarez as its 2026-2027 visual reporting fellow, marking her third selection for the prestigious fellowship supporting original climate photojournalism in the US.
Unite's Climate and Fossil Fuel Stance Questioned
Letters question Unite union's support for North Sea oil and gas extraction amid its leadership of walkouts over hot working conditions in London.
Just 20 Defra Staff on Climate Adaptation Amid UK Crises
Only 20 of 6,600 Defra staff work on climate adaptation, a revelation that Dr Amy McDonnell says shows the government is not taking heatwaves, wildfires and droughts seriously.
Lack of water storage is an urgent national security issue
Readers respond to the crisis facing Britain caused by the lack of reservoir capacity and hotter summers, urging the government to address water storage as a national security issue.
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