Monty Don Warns: No Grain in Bird Feeders
Monty Don cautions against adding grain to bird feeders as it attracts rats and squirrels. He recommends a mix of sunflower seeds, peanuts, suet, mealworms, and nijer seed.
Category : Climate
Neil the Seal May Be Euthanized After Tasmanian Destruction
Neil, a one-tonne elephant seal, has damaged cars and barriers in Tasmania. Authorities warn he may be euthanized if behavior becomes unmanageable, urging public to keep distance.
Gardeners Urged to Provide Water for Robins in Summer
Gardeners are urged to provide shallow water trays or bird baths for robins and other birds during the UK heatwave, as 43% of bird species risk extinction.
UK Faces £4 Trillion Climate Bill, Bankruptcy Risk
A landmark ICJ advisory opinion on climate change could expose the UK to £4 trillion in claims from foreign states, leading to 'national bankruptcy', warns a new Policy Exchange report.
Leave Water Out for Robins in Heatwave, Experts Urge
As the UK heatwave persists, garden experts urge leaving shallow water trays for robins and blackbirds, as 43% of bird species risk extinction. Hygiene tips included.
UK Heatwave: 34C Scorcher, 10 Regions Above 30C
Britain faces its third heatwave of summer with 34C forecast in southeast England. Ten regions will see 30C+ at 6pm Wednesday, July 8, according to MetDesk.
London Heatwave: Train Disruption and Wildfire Risk
London faces 34°C heatwave causing train cancellations, wildfire risks, and health alerts. Hospitality bookings could drop 48%, and Thames Water urges hosepipe bans.
UK Mandates Anti-Speeding Tech in New Cars After 161mph
The UK government will install anti-speeding technology in all new cars after 32,548 motorists were caught driving at 30mph+ on 20mph roads in 2025, including a 161mph driver.
Gayest Street's 'Worst Pride Ever' Due to Council Rules
Pride on Old Compton Street was the 'quietest, most stifled' yet, with businesses blaming Westminster Council over-regulation for a 70% revenue drop compared to previous years.
Keep White Bedding Bright with Sun Drying: Natural Tip
Drying white bedding in sunlight naturally bleaches fabrics, keeping them bright and fresh without chemicals. UV rays reduce yellowing, and air drying extends fabric life.
Harcourt Residents Assess Bushfire Damage As Threat Eases
Harcourt residents assess bushfire damage after 54 homes destroyed; community-led recovery underway as threat eases.
Anglian Water Fined £63m for Sewage Failures
Ofwat fines Anglian Water £62.8m for sewage failures, including £57m investment to reduce spills and a £5.8m community fund.
UK Must Prepare for 40°C Summers, Warns Climate Committee
UK must prepare for 40°C summers by 2050, warns Climate Change Committee, calling for air conditioning in homes, hospitals, and schools to combat deadly heat.
Which? Finds 150 Potentially Lethal Baby Products Online
Which? has identified 150 potentially lethal baby products, including self-feeding props and sleep pillows, sold on major UK online marketplaces, posing choking and suffocation risks.
US Launches Powerful Strikes Against Iran Amid War Fears
The US has launched 'a series of powerful strikes against Iran,' according to US Central Command, escalating tensions after a fragile ceasefire agreed earlier this year.
Toxic Pufferfish Warning for UK Holidaymakers in Mediterranean
UK holidaymakers warned as toxic silver-cheeked pufferfish spreads in Mediterranean, with confirmed sightings in Greece, Spain, Italy, Turkey, and Israel. The fish carries deadly neurotoxin and can sever fingers.
UK Braces for Three-Month Heatwave as 40.3C Record May Fall
Brits face a 'three-month summer sizzler' with more heatwaves expected and the 40.3C all-time high temperature record potentially being broken, according to weather experts.
Hosepipe Ban Loopholes: Full List From July 10
Southern Water's hosepipe ban affects 24 UK towns from July 10. Exemptions include Blue Badge holders, watering young trees, and using recycled water. Fines up to £1,000.
UK heatwave: EMR urges only essential travel as temps hit 35C
East Midlands Railway urges customers to travel only if essential as a heatwave brings temperatures up to 35C. Services suspended or reduced, with amber health alerts issued.
Trump's Climate Stance Casts Shadow Over Global Finance Talks
US pressure under Trump threatens to sideline climate finance at IMF/World Bank spring meetings, risking shelving of green action plan for developing countries.
Boots £55 Beauty Box Worth Over £265 Pays for Itself
Boots Festival Beauty Box costs £55 but contains products worth over £265, with 12 full-sized items. Shoppers say the £30 mascara and £25 dry shampoo alone justify the price.
Ofwat Criticised Over Water Pollution Failures as Thames Water Ranked Worst
Environment Agency rates eight of nine water companies as poor; Thames Water ranked worst. Ofwat criticised over pollution failures as sewage spills rise.
Putin Ally Fears Revolution in Russia Fuel Crisis
Vladimir Solovyov, a top Putin propagandist, warns of potential revolution as severe fuel shortages from Ukrainian strikes cause queues up to 18 hours, disrupting summer travel and harvest.
Olivia Wilde Urges Couples to Talk About Sex Directly
Olivia Wilde says people discuss sex with everyone except their partner. Studies show women confide in friends more than partners. Experts weigh in on the risks and benefits of sharing intimate details.
Foreign Office Warns of 'High Risk' Wildfires in France
The Foreign Office has updated its France travel advice, warning Brits of the 'high risk' of wildfires from April to October after thousands were evacuated in southern France.
Eight Shops Closed Over Illegal Vapes and Anti-Social Behaviour
Eight shops in Cheshire, including three in Warrington, have been shut down for three months following reports of anti-social behaviour and illegal sale of vapes and cigarettes.
Foreign Office Updates France Travel Advice Amid Wildfires
The Foreign Office has updated its France travel advice after wildfires forced over 10,000 evacuations in the French Pyrenees. Brits are warned of a high risk of fires from April to October.
Bowl of Cold Water on Windowsills Cools Homes, Experts Say
Placing a bowl of cold water on windowsills near open windows cools homes cheaply during heatwaves. UK temperatures hit 35C. Expert tips from LEAP Energy and British Gas.
China's JL-3 Missile Test in South Pacific: Implications
China test-fired a JL-3 SLBM into the South Pacific on the day Fiji signed a treaty with Australia, raising concerns over coercion and regional stability.
Russia's Fuel Crisis Deepens as Ukraine Drone Strikes Hit Oil Refineries
Ukraine's drone campaign has damaged a third of Russia's oil refining capacity, causing gasoline production to fall 25% year-on-year and sparking widespread fuel shortages across the country.
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