Keep Mosquitoes and Midges Away with One Scent
Discover how citronella, a natural scent found in many perfumes, can help deter mosquitoes and midges this summer without harsh chemicals.
Category : Climate
Exact Time to Shut Windows in June for UK Homes
UK households should close windows between 8am and 9am in June to keep cool. Opening them at night and using curtains helps save energy and stay comfortable.
Chileans Protest President Kast's Environmental Rollbacks on World Water Day
Thousands protest President Kast's rollback of 43 environmental decrees on World Water Day in Chile.
Microsoft Tightens Human Rights Controls After Israel Probe
Microsoft tightens human rights controls after inquiry into Israeli military's use of its cloud tech for mass surveillance of Palestinians.
Heatwave Devastates Swallow Chicks in Norfolk
Record-breaking May heatwave in Norfolk causes swallow chicks to fall from nests, leading to fatalities and threatening breeding success.
Roses bloom ‘weeks early’ as climate change upends flowering patterns
Roses are blooming weeks early at National Trust gardens in southern England due to climate change, with peak flowering shifting by one day every 2.5 years.
Stop Insect Bites With Natural Scent They Hate
A scent expert says one natural fragrance may help deter midges this summer. Citronella, found in many perfumes, can make you less appealing to biting insects.
Natural scent that midges and mosquitoes avoid
A scent expert reveals that citronella-based fragrances can help deter midges and mosquitoes naturally, offering a pleasant alternative to traditional insect repellents.
La Niña Declared: Australia Set for Cool, Wet Summer
Australia's La Niña declared, but global heating may weaken its typical cool, wet summer effects, warns Bureau of Meteorology.
Super El Niño Threatens Australia's Hottest Summer
UK Met Office warns of potential record-strength Super El Niño, threatening extreme weather globally including hotter Australian summer.
Dementia Care Scandal: The Crushing Cost of Love and Guilt
A daughter's heartbreaking account of navigating dementia care costs, from £100k annual fees to the emotional toll of calculating how long her mother can afford to live.
Met Office Warns of Increased Heatwave Risk This Summer
Met Office warns of increased heatwave risk this summer after record-breaking May heat, with temperatures twice as hot as normal.
Parkrun Founder: Million Events Never in the Plan
Parkrun founder Paul Sinton-Hewitt reflects on the charity reaching one million events this weekend, from 13 runners in 2004 to a global community of 2,800 locations in 23 countries.
Chernobyl Zone Outperforms Nature Reserves in Wildlife Study
Chernobyl exclusion zone hosts thriving wildlife, with darker frogs suggesting possible radiation adaptation, 40 years after disaster.
NHS faces triple whammy from strikes, heat, World Cup
The NHS braces for a tough week as resident doctors strike, a heatwave hits, and England's World Cup match begins. Patients urged to seek care as usual.
Britain in 2052: A Glimpse of a Heatwave-Ravaged Future
A vision of Britain in 2052 shows heatwave impacts: water rationing, power outages, overwhelmed hospitals, and food shortages.
Meteorologist Reveals Why UK Heat Feels More Intense Than Abroad
Meteorologist Dr Chris Hogan explains why UK heat feels more intense due to high humidity, building design, and urban heat island effect.
The Guardian Unveils 2025 Climate Pledge Amid Global Green Pushback
The Guardian updates its climate pledge for 2025, highlighting investigations into fossil fuel interests and climate denial, amid record-breaking temperatures and global pushback.
Utah Approves Datacenter Twice the Size of Manhattan, Sparking Backlash
Utah approves massive AI datacenter twice the size of Manhattan, sparking backlash over energy and water use in drought-stricken area.
AFL Invests £300k in Indigenous Fund to Tackle Racism
AFL invests £300k from Indigenous guernsey sales into fund to tackle racism and support First Nations players, as numbers drop from 87 to 62.
Super El Niño ‘Almost Certain’ This Summer, Experts Warn
UK Met Office warns a Super El Niño is almost certain this summer, potentially of record strength, with global extreme weather impacts.
Vast magma reservoir discovered beneath Tuscany comparable to Yellowstone
A magma reservoir comparable to Yellowstone has been discovered beneath Tuscany, surprising scientists due to lack of surface signs. It poses no immediate threat.
Starmer May Drop 2030 Clean Energy Target to Keep Bills Down
Starmer may drop 2030 clean energy target to avoid raising bills, as cost concerns and political pressure mount.
Colombia Minister: Middle East Crisis Must Speed Energy Transition
Colombia's environment minister says Middle East war should accelerate clean energy transition, ahead of international fossil fuel summit.
No Mow May Revives Roadside Wildflowers in Liverpool
Liverpool's No Mow May revives roadside wildflowers, with 21 species found, despite challenges from early mowing and resident opposition.
Mediterranean Cooling Tips for UK Heatwaves
UK heatwaves: adopt Mediterranean cooling tips like white roofs, shutters, and night ventilation to keep homes cool without high costs.
Al Gore Questions Gates Climate Stance Shift At Cop30
Al Gore speculates Bill Gates backtracked on climate due to fear of Trump, slams Gates' new stance as 'silly' at Cop30 summit.
US and Mexico brace for heatwave as deadly floods hit South Africa
US and Mexico brace for heatwave as deadly floods hit South Africa, with temperatures soaring and heavy rain causing damage.
Europe's May Heatwave: Record Temperatures Scorch Five Capitals
Europe faces record May heatwave with temperatures 10-15C above average, while Australia battles severe thunderstorms.
AI Could Use 3% of World Electricity by 2030, UN Warns
UN report warns AI could use 3% of world electricity by 2030, consume water equal to global drinking needs, and produce e-waste equivalent to 250 Eiffel Towers annually.
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