Easy Nighttime Step to Cool Bedroom Without Fan
British Gas recommends closing windows during the day and opening them in the evening to cool bedrooms naturally, avoiding stuffy rooms without a fan.
Category : Climate
Stop Potato Sprouting for Months by Storing with an Apple
Placing potatoes next to an apple prevents sprouting for months due to ethylene gas, according to Wheeldon Brothers. Store in fridge for up to three times longer shelf life.
Fire at Aberthaw Power Station: Close Windows
A large fire at Aberthaw Power Station near Barry prompts South Wales Fire and Rescue Service to advise residents to keep windows and doors closed due to heavy smoke.
Field of Heroes: 130 Silhouettes Honour Somme Fallen
130 life-size military silhouettes in Ayr's Wellington Square honour real Ayrshire soldiers who died in the Battle of the Somme, with QR codes telling their stories.
MAG reports sharp passenger growth slowdown amid Iran war
Manchester Airport Group (MAG) saw passenger growth fall to 1.9% in the year to March 2026, down from 6% the previous year, amid pressure from the Iran-US conflict. Manchester Airport performed strongest with 3.6% growth.
Japanese Maple Leaves Stay Vibrant with Mulch in July
Adding mulch to Japanese maple soil in July helps retain moisture, preventing leaf curl and drop. Specialist Kiersten Rankel advises deep watering and mulching for vibrant foliage all summer.
London Faces £15Bn Annual Climate Cost by 2050
London could face up to £15 billion in annual costs by 2050 due to heatwaves, floods, and droughts, warns a new report urging government action on green infrastructure and housing retrofits.
UK Braces for Third Heatwave With North-South Divide
The Met Office warns a third heatwave is likely within days, with southern England reaching 30°C while the north stays cooler around 22°C, amid new yellow health alerts.
Beauty Queen and Boyfriend Found Dead Together After Earthquake
Skarlent Rodríguez, 23, and her boyfriend José Castro were discovered dead side-by-side under rubble in Venezuela after a devastating earthquake on June 24, 2026. The couple's relatives confirmed via a GoFundMe appeal.
UK to Face Nine-Day Heatwave Starting July 4
BBC Weather forecasts a nine-day heatwave from July 4 to July 13, with temperatures at or above 28C. UKHSA warns of increased risk to life for vulnerable people.
Jeff Brazier Warns UK Faces Water Rationing Without Action
TV presenter Jeff Brazier fronts a public information film warning the British public may face sharing bathwater if water waste continues. The Let's Save Water campaign aims to save 28 litres per person daily.
Spain Heat Crisis: Too Hot to Sit Outside
Spain introduces new rules forcing restaurants to close outdoor terraces during orange or red heat alerts, as temperatures exceed 35-45°C, impacting millions of tourists.
Dr Sam's New Moisturiser Gets Rave Reviews
Dr Sam Bunting launches Flawless Moisturiser Balance for oily/blemish-prone skin. Clinical tests show 100% hydration without clogging pores. Sunflower Sprout Extract reduces UV damage by 34%.
Boy, 14, has 6-inch chunk of flesh removed after lake infection
Jacob Butler, 14, contracted necrotising fasciitis after cutting his leg on wire in a Cheshire lake. Six inches of flesh were removed; doctors said delayed treatment could have been fatal.
Antarctic Seafloor Maps Reveal Climate Secrets
Scientists map 332 Antarctic submarine canyons to predict climate breakdown, revealing impacts on ocean circulation and ice loss.
UK’s Worst-Case Climate Scenarios Revealed
Scientists reveal worst-case UK climate scenarios: 4°C warming, 2m sea-level rise, and 6°C cooling from ocean current collapse, urging better preparedness.
Stop Dust on Skirting Boards and Blinds with Dryer Sheets
Use tumble dryer sheets to repel dust from blinds and skirting boards for weeks, a cheap and effective cleaning hack.
Green Tea Outranks Apples for Heart Health: Study
New research reveals green tea contains more heart-healthy flavanols than apples, blueberries, and strawberries, ranking fourth among fruit and vegetables for flavanol content.
Climate Change Fuels Avalanche Surge, Threatening Ski Resorts
Climate change is increasing avalanche risks and forcing ski resort closures across Europe, with about 100 deaths annually.
Gardeners Urged to Ditch Slug Pellets to Save Hedgehogs
The RHS and RSPCA urge gardeners to stop using slug pellets to protect hedgehogs, which face extinction in the UK. Metaldehyde pellets are banned but may still lurk in sheds.
Wirral Mum Runs 7 Marathons on 7 Continents for Cancer
Wirral fitness instructor Vicky Crowden, 47, will run 7 marathons on 7 continents in 7 days to raise £150,000 for Clatterbridge Cancer Charity after her husband Neil's stage 4 melanoma diagnosis.
Gardeners Warned: Never Use Slug Pellets for Hedgehogs
Hedgehogs are at risk of extinction in the UK, and gardeners must avoid using metaldehyde slug pellets, which can be fatal. The RHS advises safe disposal of old pellets and using alternatives like ferric phosphate.
Gardeners Told to Avoid Slug Pellets to Save Hedgehogs
Gardeners are urged to avoid using slug pellets to protect hedgehogs, which are vulnerable to extinction. The RSPCA and RHS warn that metaldehyde pellets, now banned, can poison hedgehogs.
Mutant bed bugs resistant to insecticides rising in UK
Bedbug infestations in the UK are soaring as the insects become increasingly resistant to major insecticides, with one London borough reporting a 40% rise in cases compared to 2025.
UK Braces for 39C Scorcher as Met Office Issues Heatwave Verdict
The Met Office has issued a heatwave verdict as weather maps turn red for a forecast 39C scorcher, with extreme high temperatures expected across the UK next week.
Tripadvisor AI Summaries Mask Hotel Dangers, Which? Finds
Tripadvisor's AI review summaries fail to flag serious hygiene failures, food poisoning, and sexual harassment at hotels, according to a Which? investigation that found glowing overviews contradicting guest reviews.
5-Second Morning Task Keeps UK Homes Cool in July
Closing curtains for five seconds each morning can keep UK homes cool during July's heatwave, reducing reliance on expensive fans and air conditioning, says Westminster City Council.
Mexican Brewery's Water Use Leaves Town Dry, Mayor Says
Mayor of Zaragoza, Mexico, says Constellation Brands brewery is depleting water supplies, leaving town without drinking water.
Bob Mortimer: Gardening Helps Fight Negative Thoughts as Age
Bob Mortimer, 67, reveals the struggle against negative thoughts about aging and mortality, and how gardening and old memories provide joy and purpose. He shares insights on the new podcast Outsiding.
Prince Harry 'Devastated' Over UK Security Setback
Prince Harry is reportedly 'close to tears' after RAVEC denied full-time police protection for his UK visit with Meghan and their children, despite King Charles offering royal accommodation.
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