Bangor gets £1m to reinvent dog poo-hit high street
Bangor in Gwynedd is to receive £654,000 from a £1m Welsh Government fund to revitalise its high street, which locals say is 'covered in dog poo'.
Category : Environment
Aldi urges shoppers to stop binning 5 barbecue leftovers
Aldi partners with food-waste expert Kate Hall to urge Brits not to bin five common barbecue leftovers, showing how to freeze and reuse them in new meals.
TikToker's rant over Snowdonia campfire ban sparks backlash
A TikToker's video rant against a Snowdonia campsite's no-fires policy has drawn backlash, with the owner defending the ban amid drought and wildfire risks.
Fly-tipping costs victims £40K as 1.2m dumps hit taxpayers
An 80-year-old farmer faced a £40,000 clean-up bill after 200 tonnes of rubbish was dumped on his land. England dealt with 1.26 million fly-tipping incidents in 2024/25, costing councils £19.3 million.
Primark LED Mask Tested: Budget Beauty or Hype?
Daily Record's beauty writer tested Primark's £15 LED face mask, finding clearer skin, but notes limited settings and rigid eye shields.
Silverfish August invasion 'stopped' by 22p fruit
Silverfish invasions peak in August. Specialists share eight bathroom changes to reduce moisture, plus a 22p lemon trick to deter them naturally.
Family Flees as Wildfire Engulfs Stourbridge Home
Doorcam footage shows Rose-Anne Vinten fleeing with her children as wildfire destroys their Stourbridge home, which they'd moved into five months ago.
Banning water firm dividends could save families £58 a year
New analysis claims bringing water companies under public control as not-for-profit co-operatives could save households £58 a year, with further savings possible from lower borrowing costs.
Add Oatmeal to Roast Potatoes for Extra Crunch, Chef Says
Scottish chef Ali Stoner says coating roast potatoes in oatmeal creates a 'delicious crunch'. The simple ingredient, mixed with beef dripping, makes skirlie, a traditional Scottish stuffing.
Firefighter explains why UK wildfires take weeks to contain
A firefighter explains why UK wildfires take weeks to contain, citing underground peat fires, water supply issues, and a lack of dedicated aircraft.
Khan challenges Burnham not to back away from net-zero goals
London Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan has urged Andy Burnham not to slow down on net zero, citing heatwaves and wildfires as evidence of climate change's impact.
Revive Brown Lawns with Coffee Grounds: Natural Boost
Sprinkling nitrogen-rich coffee grounds on a brown lawn can boost grass growth naturally, without chemicals, and is safe for wildlife. Timing with rainfall helps kickstart recovery.
Clotted cream key to perfect roast potatoes, Cornish dairy claims
Food experts at Cornish Dairy Co claim clotted cream transforms roast potatoes, making them golden, crisp and fluffy. The company suggests adding it to the roasting tray before cooking.
Nail gel TPO ban: what you need to know from Aug 15
Great Britain bans TPO in new cosmetic products from August 15, 2026. Gel manicures continue as salons use existing stock until it runs out.
Burnham urged to scrap green policies that 'make wildfires worse'
Countryside campaigners urge Andy Burnham to rethink environmental rules they claim increase wildfire risk, as over 1,000 wildfires hit England and Wales this year.
Disposable Barbecue Ban Enforced Amid UK Tinderbox Conditions
A temporary ban on disposable barbecues has come into force across England, Wales and Scotland, with Prime Minister Andy Burnham warning that Britain is a 'tinderbox'.
Seathwaite: England's wettest village stays green amid heatwaves
Seathwaite, England's wettest inhabited place, remains lush green amid UK heatwaves, drawing tourists seeking cooler escapes, but faces wildfire and drought risks.
Burnham announces £65m for drought-hit farmers
Andy Burnham announces £65m to help farmers manage drought, including £50m for sustainable farming and £15m for reservoirs, after Labour pressure over climate response.
Zelenskyy warns Egypt of food threat from Russian strikes
Ukraine's President Zelenskyy has warned Egypt that Russian strikes in the Black Sea threaten global food supplies, urging international action to protect grain exports.
Tim Dowling: who is leaving gifts for the dog?
Soft toys and furry things keep appearing in the garden. Tim Dowling investigates the mystery of the dog's secret admirer, wondering if the fox is responsible.
Afghan women five years under Taliban: stories of loss and hope
Five years after the Taliban's return, Afghan women face systemic oppression, airstrikes, and food insecurity. A journalist shares personal stories of loss and resilience, urging the world to keep their plight alive.
Black Rice Salad with Tomatoes, Tamarind & Green Beans
Meera Sodha's black rice salad combines nutty rice, juicy tomatoes, crisp green beans, and a tangy tamarind dressing for a vibrant summer dish.
Rare Dark Bordered Beauty Moth Found in Northumberland
Conservationists discovered a rare dark bordered beauty moth at a Northumberland site, marking a significant find for the species in the region.
Afghanistan's crisis deepens as women's rights are erased
Five years after the Taliban takeover, Afghanistan faces a severe humanitarian and economic crisis, with women systematically erased from public life and millions facing acute food insecurity.
Which English cheese can't be made in its namesake village?
Find out which English cheese is legally barred from production in its namesake village, plus other quiz answers from The Guardian's Saturday quiz.
Penguin on Phillip Island Dies of H5 Bird Flu
A little penguin found dead on Victoria's Phillip Island tested positive for H5 bird flu, authorities confirmed.
Secret ingredient for crispy roast potatoes isn't honey
Cornish Dairy Co. says clotted cream is the secret to roast potatoes that are crispy outside and fluffy inside, offering a simple method to achieve this.
Ideal time to water plants in hot weather - and rule
Gardeners warned: watering at midday wastes water through evaporation. Water smart with a thorough soak early morning or evening to encourage deep roots.
Python swallows woman whole on way to work
A 16-foot python swallowed a woman whole as she walked to work in Indonesia; her body was found intact in the snake's stomach after villagers killed it.
Gardening expert shares two key changes for heatwave gardens
Gardening expert Luke Newnes from Hilarys advises improving soil with organic matter and mulch, and grouping plants by watering needs to withstand heatwaves.
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