Nepal landslide sweeps away mountainside, 19 dead
A landslide in Nepal swept away an entire mountainside, killing at least 19 people and leaving 10 workers missing, as floods and landslides also hit parts of India.
Category : Climate
UK's £36m plan to stop underwater 'environmental timebomb'
British defence officials are set to spend £36 million removing oil from HMS Cassandra, a 1918 shipwreck near Estonia, amid fears of an environmental disaster.
Bangkok Disaster Zone as Floods Submerge Streets
Bangkok was declared a disaster zone after waist-high flood water submerged streets, while Hurricane Nolo threatens Hawaii's Big Island and Hurricane Polo heads for Baja California.
Kelvin wave could raise California sea levels by a foot
A Kelvin wave could raise California sea levels by up to a foot as El Niño intensifies, increasing storm surge and flooding risks in coming months.
Abortion Ban Health Data Hidden Ahead of Midterms
Abortion bans' health impacts, including rising sepsis and ectopic pregnancy deaths, are being concealed by Republicans ahead of the midterms, new data reveals.
Wood Burner Fines Could Reach £5,000 Under New Plans
UK households using wood burners could face fines of up to £5,000 under stricter rules proposed by Andy Burnham's government, following a consultation on its Environmental Improvement Plan.
Wood burner owners could face £5,000 fines under new rules
Households with wood burners could face fines of up to £5,000 under proposed regulations. The government's consultation aims to cut PM2.5 emissions by 30% by 2030.
Binman shares simple trick to stop maggots in wheelie bins
A refuse collector advises households to freeze food waste before bin day to prevent flies and maggots, a method some viewers already swear by.
Bootle fire that killed mum and three children caused by battery
A fire that killed a mother and her three children in Bootle was caused by a lithium-ion battery going into thermal runaway, an investigation has found.
River Tyne nurdle spill: Most pellets likely dispersed to North Sea
Most nurdles from the River Tyne spill have likely dispersed into the North Sea, with 5.14 tonnes recovered so far. Scientific advice will guide the next phase of the clean-up.
Households face prison and unlimited fine for roof mistake
Households face up to 6 months in prison and an unlimited fine for disturbing bats in roof or attic spaces, as protected species laws are strictly enforced.
UK urged to stock up on 5 foods as super El Nino looms
Households are urged to stock up on five food items as a 'super El Nino' emerges in 2026, with warnings of a harsh winter and potential price rises.
This Farming Life: Farmer loses eight lambs in cold weather
Andy Morris of This Farming Life lost eight lambs in one morning due to cold and wet weather during lambing season at Logie Farm in Fife, calling the day 'disheartening' and 'heartbreaking'.
Scotland leads UK blackout kit searches amid WW3 fears
Scotland tops UK blackout kit searches with 109.1 per 100,000 people, driven by severe weather and remote grid concerns, as WW3 fears rise.
UK urged to stock up on 14 items for winter amid polar vortex warning
UK households are urged to stock 14 essential items as experts warn a polar vortex and El Niño could bring freezing conditions and snow this winter.
Just Eat and Deliveroo riders add to Liverpool street cleaning challenge
Liverpool Council is stepping up street cleaning as tyre marks from Just Eat and Deliveroo riders add to the challenge of keeping the city centre tidy.
Sycamore Gap felling: 'moronic mission' that shocked world, 3 years on
Three years ago today the Sycamore Gap tree was felled. Two men were later jailed for the 'mindless destruction' of the iconic landmark on Hadrian's Wall.
Andy Burnham urged to introduce universal free school meals
Andy Burnham is urged to end hunger with universal free school meals as a Right to Food Commission warns food insecurity is a national crisis needing an emergency response.
Remove oven grease with soda crystals: better than vinegar and baking soda
Soda crystals offer a natural, chemical-free way to remove tough oven grease, leaving your appliance shiny in as little as 10 minutes.
Vauxhall housing site hit by fly tippers after firm collapse
A stalled Vauxhall housing development site in Liverpool, once approved for 310 flats, is now blighted by fly tipping, prompting a council investigation and action against landowners.
Hawaii braces for powerful winds and flash flooding as Hurricane Nolo nears
Hurricane Nolo brings heavy rain, flash floods, and extreme surf to Hawaii's Big Island over the weekend, with residents still recovering from previous storms.
Bangkok Flood Disaster Declared After Heavy Rain
Bangkok declared a flood disaster across all 50 districts after 300mm of rain in 48 hours left roads, homes and shops waterlogged, with residents wading through waist-deep water.
61m tonnes of rubble: Gaza clearance among largest in modern history
Gaza aid workers face a delicate task clearing 61m tonnes of rubble that may conceal up to 10,000 bodies, in one of the largest clearance operations in modern history.
Starving Oleshky: Last Residents Eat Weeds as Drones Block Aid
Russian-occupied Oleshky's 2,000 remaining residents, including 50 children, face starvation, eating weeds after food supplies were halted since May, with Ukraine airdropping aid.
UK wildfires: race to map, predict and prevent spread
As hotter summers turn UK landscapes into tinderboxes, scientists and firefighters are developing tools to understand wildfire behaviour, from origin investigation to spread prediction, to prevent future disasters.
Four cleaning mistakes that worsen autumn condensation
Everyday cleaning habits can raise indoor humidity and worsen condensation in autumn, according to indoor living specialists Vonhaus. Simple adjustments can make a noticeable difference.
Black bin liner warning: garden waste mistake could lead to fines
Households are warned against using black bin liners in garden waste bins, as plastic contamination can lead to refused collections or fines from councils.
Salt hack speeds up indoor clothes drying and cuts mould risk
Placing a bowl of salt under a clothes horse can reduce damp and speed up drying time, thanks to the mineral's hygroscopic nature, which pulls in water molecules.
UK households urged to stock nine key items for El Niño winter
The UK government is stepping up emergency plans, urging households to stock nine essential items, after a survey found only 13% feel prepared for a disaster.
Avocados stay ripe for weeks with one simple fridge trick
Storing ripe avocados in the fridge slows their metabolism and keeps them perfectly ripe for another week, according to America's Test Kitchen.
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