Wildfires reported across Wales in multiple areas
Several major fires have been reported across Wales, including in Swansea, Pembrokeshire, Gwynedd and the Bannau Brycheiniog national park, with crews tackling blazes.
Category : Climate
Electrolytes: My Lifesaver Through the UK Heatwave
With the Met Office predicting a sixth UK heatwave, one writer credits VE Hydrotine electrolytes for keeping her hydrated through the previous five scorchers.
Heathrow expansion 'threat to England's largest medieval barn'
Campaigners warn 600-year-old New Barn at Harmondsworth could be 'shaken to pieces' by aircraft vibrations if Heathrow expansion goes ahead. Public can object until 1 September.
Licensing for game shoots could stop poisoning of birds of prey
Government plans for a new licensing scheme for game shoots in England could end the poisoning of birds of prey and reduce the release of millions of pheasants.
London's Ulez success offers lessons for cautious cities
A decade after London's low emission zone began, a new study shows children's lungs have grown stronger. Why are other cities still cautious about clean air?
Unions fight for clean energy jobs despite Trump offshore wind attacks
Despite Trump's attempts to halt offshore wind, unions are fighting for good clean energy jobs, with projects continuing and new coalitions forming.
Gironde fire: centuries of land use and climate change fuel blaze
France's Gironde fire burned a record area, displaced thousands, and created a firestorm cloud, driven by a 19th-century pine monoculture and climate change.
Halloween in August: Stores and Climate Erase Seasons
Retailers are selling Halloween goods in August, signaling that big-box stores and the climate crisis are erasing the concept of seasons, writes Dave Schilling.
Will Consumerism Fill Up the Planet? Readers Respond
Readers debate whether consumer capitalism will exhaust Earth's space for stuff, with views on recycling, collapse, and the planet's future.
Marine parks protect remote areas, scientists warn
Over 270 marine scientists urge stronger protections for coastal ecosystems, saying highly protected zones are concentrated in remote waters, leaving fragile coastal areas vulnerable.
Latrobe Valley coal decline captured in photo project
Jesse Thompson's photographic project documents the terminal decline of Latrobe Valley's coal industry, examining the legacy of rapid change and economic challenges.
Fresh crackdown on criminal gangs over illegal waste dumping
New powers will let officers block criminals from obtaining waste permits, extending restriction notices to at least seven days and orders to 12 months.
Tea towel musty smell fix: 2 items to mix for fresh laundry
A cleaning expert shares how to stop tea towels smelling musty by mixing white vinegar with bicarbonate of soda, plus a Poundland alternative.
Welsh beauty spot 'scarred' by aggressive illegal campers
Llyn Gwynant campsite owners report a 'rocketed' rise in anti-social behaviour, with illegal campers accused of littering, intimidation, and fires damaging the Eryri beauty spot.
UK faces mass food shortages in 2027 for 2 reasons - needs ‘immediate
The National Farmers' Union warns of potential mass food shortages in 2027, citing drought and the Middle East war, demanding immediate government action.
Binman's easy way to stop maggots in your wheelie bin
A binman shares tips to prevent maggots and flies in wheelie bins, including double-bagging food, shade, and a freezer trick some resist.
Bin man's tips to stop maggots and flies in your wheelie bin
A bin man shares simple tips to prevent maggots and flies in wheelie bins, including double-bagging food waste, keeping bins shaded, and freezing food waste before bin day.
Keep Flies and Maggots Out of Bins With Two Kitchen Spices
A DIY expert says sprinkling cayenne pepper and cinnamon in your wheelie bin can deter flies and stop maggots from appearing, using items already in your kitchen cupboard.
Gardeners urged to use mangoes as natural wasp deterrent
Gardeners are urged to place mangoes or pears in their gardens this summer as a chemical-free way to deter wasps before autumn, according to pest experts.
Alan Titchmarsh names plant he 'hates' and threatens with 'axe'
Alan Titchmarsh says he 'hates' the Photinia 'Red Robin' plant in his new Surrey garden and has joked about getting his axe to remove it.
Stop moths eating clothes with cheap 35p homemade vinegar spray
A homemade white vinegar and water solution can help deter clothes moths. Mix one part vinegar with three parts water and wipe down wardrobes to remove eggs and larvae.
Graeme Souness: New Role After Sky Sports Exit
Graeme Souness, who left Sky Sports in 2023, is now president of DEBRA UK, supporting those with Epidermolysis Bullosa. The former Liverpool and Newcastle manager took on the role in April this year.
UK households warned over reviving scorched lawns after heatwave
Gardeners are urged to avoid overwatering scorched lawns after UK heatwaves, as experts warn it can cause run-off and waste water. Slow watering and wetting agents are advised for recovery.
Limescale dissolves from taps in 15 minutes with vinegar
White vinegar can dissolve limescale from taps in 15 minutes. The acetic acid breaks down calcium carbonate naturally, making it easy to wipe clean without harsh chemicals.
Two kitchen staples that stop washing machine damp smells
Bicarbonate of soda and white vinegar can banish musty washing machine odours, says home safety expert Neil Mckenzie, who shares a monthly cleaning routine.
Keep Spiders Away by Wiping Doors With One Natural Item
Wiping doors and door frames with lavender oil can naturally deter spiders from entering your home, according to cleaning expert Chantel Mila.
Lavender oil on doors keeps spiders away, expert says
A cleaning expert recommends wiping doors and doorframes with lavender oil to deter spiders naturally as spider season approaches in the UK.
Keep spiders away by wiping doors with lavender oil, not vinegar
Wiping doors with lavender oil is a natural, chemical-free way to deter spiders from entering your home this autumn, says cleaning expert Chantel Mila.
Vape batteries blamed for soaring recycling centre fires
Over ten fires break out at UK recycling centres each week due to lithium batteries from vapes and devices, prompting calls for a £5 deposit scheme.
Toilet limescale melts away overnight with 1 natural item
Citric acid can remove toilet limescale overnight. A cleaning influencer shares an easy hack using this natural item to eliminate stubborn brown stains from the bowl and rim.
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