Mass protest planned as dog owners fight back over beach ban
A protest walk is set for Sunday against a proposed third permanent dog ban on Rhos on Sea beach, Conwy, which critics say is disproportionate and undemocratic.
Category : Climate
Homeless couple's heartbreaking reaction to volunteers' food offer
A homeless couple in Liverpool initially feared volunteers approaching their tent, but their faces 'lit up' when offered a hot meal, said PINT's Daisy Wall.
Diaspora poets challenge nature poetry canon in new UK anthology
A new UK anthology of eco poetry from black and brown diaspora voices is challenging the traditional nature poetry canon amid the climate crisis, boosting interest in diverse perspectives.
Ironman Leeds swim cancelled due to toxic algae bloom
Ironman Leeds cancelled its 2.4-mile swim on 16 August due to toxic blue-green algae, with athletes like Jack Chamberlain left disappointed despite completing the race.
Mossley campaigners fight 175-home plan with newt evidence
Campaigners in Mossley are fighting a 175-home development approved on a wildlife haven, citing protected species evidence and planning a legal challenge.
Firefighters battling wildfires with wrong gear and need support
Firefighters have been injured and hospitalised while battling wildfires without the correct PPE, says Fire Brigades Union general secretary Steve Wright, who is demanding 5,000 extra firefighters.
UK bans five dog breeds including XL Bully: full list
Five dog types are banned in the UK, including XL Bully. It is illegal to sell, abandon, give away or breed them, with fines for microchip failures.
Wildfires detonate buried WWI and WWII bombs in Europe
Wildfires across Europe are triggering explosions of old wartime bombs and mines, exposing a deadly threat beneath scorched ground in France, Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands.
Silverfish in UK homes signal costly damp problems
Silverfish are invading UK homes this August, signalling damp issues that can be expensive to fix. Searches for the pest have hit 895,000 in the past month.
Heatwaves: 'I'm not really coping,' says blood cancer patient
A mother-of-six with blood cancer says record heatwaves have made her treatment a nightmare, as campaigners warn of unequal climate impacts.
DIY rat repellent spray under £3: simple garden solution
Rat activity peaks in UK gardens from September to November. A homemade spray using black pepper, cayenne pepper and chilli flakes costs under £3 and deters rodents naturally.
UK chocolate supply warning as Super El Niño hits cocoa crops
The Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit warns UK food imports, including chocolate, face shortages as climate change and a Super El Niño disrupt cocoa supplies from Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana.
White socks brightened with 37p lemon juice trick
White socks can be restored with lemon juice, a 37p kitchen staple. Citric acid helps loosen stains and brighten fabric, according to cleaning expert Nigel Bearman.
US Colorado River plan: experts say cuts won't avert crisis
The US Bureau of Reclamation released a 10-year Colorado River plan mandating cuts of up to 40% for California, Arizona and Nevada, but experts warn it's a stopgap, not a solution.
Climate change threatens UK onions, butternut squash trial grows
Climate change and droughts are making traditional UK vegetables harder to grow, threatening supplies of onions, broccoli, cauliflower, and parsnips.
Met Office warns of strongest El Niño in living memory
The Met Office has predicted the strongest El Niño in living memory, which could bring extreme weather to the UK, including wetter and stormier conditions.
Unprecedented El Nino to Bring Storms and Higher Food Prices to UK
An unprecedented El Nino event is set to bring more storms and rain to the UK, affecting food prices and public services, with the Met Office warning it could be the largest since the 19th century.
Scotland warned of 'unprecedented' El Niño floods
An 'unprecedented' El Niño is expected to bring heavy storms and rainfall to Scotland, with flooding that could rival Storm Desmond in 2015, the Met Office warns.
Swedish Death Cleaning: Prioritise People to Live Well
Death comes for everyone, so live well by prioritising people and relationships—otherwise, no one might notice until months later.
Rowson cartoon: El Niño warning looms over climate crisis
Martin Rowson's cartoon depicts El Niño as a looming threat, highlighting climate warnings and the urgent need for action amid rising global temperatures.
UK warned of 'unprecedented' El Niño bringing storms and food price rises
An 'unprecedented' El Niño, forecast as the largest since the 19th century, is set to bring wetter, stormier conditions to the UK and disrupt food supply chains, experts warn.
Europe's hottest town transformed by climate change, residents 'in lockdown'
Five years after recording Europe's highest temperature of 48.8C, residents of Floridia, Italy, live 'in another lockdown' as intense heatwaves keep them indoors and threaten livelihoods.
23p lemon hack to make grey white socks look new again
A 23p lemon can brighten grey white socks. Cleaning expert Nigel Bearman shares the simple soak method using citric acid to loosen marks before washing.
Unprecedented El Nino to Bring Storms and Food Price Rises
An 'unprecedented' El Nino event is forecast to bring storms and rain to the UK, affect weather patterns worldwide, and push up food prices, experts have warned.
UK warned of price hikes from 'Godzilla' El Niño
UK households face higher prices for food and gadgets as a developing 'super' El Niño threatens to disrupt global supply chains, experts warn.
El Nino: Unprecedented event to bring UK storms and rain
The Met Office warns a 'super El Nino' developing in the Pacific is unprecedented, likely bringing UK storms and rain and making 2027 the hottest year on record.
Psychologist: Camping Boosts Meaningful Conversations
A psychologist says camping makes meaningful conversations easier by removing distractions, with side-by-side moments often sparking natural talk, as new research shows campers spend less time on phones.
Drone footage shows Formby dunes damage after wildfire
Drone footage shows the devastation caused by a wildfire that burned more than three hectares of rare dune habitat at Formby, roughly the size of four football pitches.
Met Office warns 'intense' El Nino could bring storms, drought
The Met Office has warned the most intense El Nino in living memory could bring storms, drought and record heat worldwide, with 2027 very likely to become the warmest year on record.
Putin Shows Off Massive Cannon Before Nuclear Claims
Vladimir Putin paraded past the Tsar Cannon before boasting about Russia's nuclear power, as an ally threatened to bomb British factories.
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