Cool Bedroom Without Fan: Simple Towel Trick
As the UK faces its fifth heatwave, a simple bathroom towel can cool your bedroom without a fan. Hang a damp towel by an open window to lower the temperature and improve sleep.
As the UK faces its fifth heatwave, a simple bathroom towel can cool your bedroom without a fan. Hang a damp towel by an open window to lower the temperature and improve sleep.
The National Trust has warned people to stay away from Dunwich Heath until the area is assessed after a wildfire destroyed over 100 hectares of heathland, with risks of further flare-ups.
The National Trust has urged people to stay away from Dunwich Heath after a wildfire destroyed over 100 hectares of heathland, with further flare-ups possible.
Pet owners are urged to apply pet-safe sun cream to dogs and cats as a heatwave raises sunburn and skin cancer risks, with SPF 30 or higher recommended.
90% of UK campers call themselves 'happy campers'. A psychologist explains how camping reduces stress, boosts relationships, and helps people disconnect from daily life.
Specialists warn Scots to check for ISO 12312-2 certification on solar eclipse glasses ahead of August 12 display, as dangerous fakes circulate.
Andy Burnham will chair a Cobra meeting on Wednesday as extreme heat triggers wildfires and drought, with temperatures forecast to hit 38C and a national emergency warning from firefighters.
Andy Burnham will chair an emergency Cobra committee meeting on Wednesday as the UK battles record-breaking heat, widespread wildfires and drought, with temperatures forecast to hit 38C this week.
Manchester's Northern Quarter faces a litter crisis, with piles of rubbish and rats. A new BID set for January 2027 aims to invest £4m to clean up the area and tackle anti-social behaviour.
Storing compost bags outdoors, especially under decking, can attract rats and insects. Expert Allan Jeffrey advises raising and airing supplies to prevent infestations.
Gardeners are urged to place coffee grounds on patios this month to repel pests and absorb odours, a technique endorsed by WWNursery.
Firefighters' union chief Steve Wright warns the UK faces a 'national emergency' over wildfires as temperatures could hit 38C and the Met Office issues rare amber 'extreme heat' warnings.
A new study could reveal why red grouse populations in Scotland have declined, after a 34% drop in pair counts in 2024, conservationists say.
Parts of the UK could hit 38C as a firefighters' union chief warns of a 'national emergency' over wildfires, with rare extreme heat warnings in place.
Michael Sheen says filming 'Buried', a BBC documentary on chemical contamination in Wales, was 'scary', as he unearthed a scandal with a devastating legacy.
Droughts were forecast decades ago, but water companies failed to act, leaving England vulnerable to water shortages, a new report reveals.
The Guardian view on wildfires: firefighters can't handle this crisis alone. As climate change fuels more intense blazes, the burden on crews is unsustainable, requiring a broader societal response.
The UK is set for its warmest summer on record, with Andy Burnham under pressure to call an emergency COBRA meeting amid drought and wildfires.
As temperatures rise, flies and maggots can invade bins, but cinnamon and cayenne pepper can deter them. A DIY expert shares the simple method.
A major incident has been declared as fire crews battle several significant wildfires across south Wales, with residents advised to keep windows and doors closed due to smoke.
Firefighters battle New Forest wildfire for days; UK on track for hottest summer, with drought declared in most of England.
Hundreds of displaced families in Gaza City live in overcrowded tents where temperatures can exceed 50C, with clean water scarce and skin diseases spreading, aid workers report.
Diddly Squat Farm has been pictured in drought conditions, with fields barren and brown, as 71.3% of England faces drought and heat health alerts loom.
Ex-NASA astronaut Sandra Magnus describes seeing a solar eclipse from space, as the UK prepares for a deep partial eclipse on August 12, blocking 90-96% of the sun.
Exclusive satellite imagery reveals how London's parks and gardens have turned from green to brown amid record heatwaves and drought, with temperatures set to hit 35C on Thursday.
Martin Rowson's cartoon highlights Britain's drought and water company failures, urging action on leaks and infrastructure.
Guardian reporters field reader questions on fossil fuel profits, climate crisis, and the transition to clean energy, providing expert analysis and context.
Europe faces its fifth heatwave of a record-breaking summer, with Spain and France bracing for 42C temperatures and heightened wildfire risk, as over 550,000 hectares have already burned.
The UK is on course for its hottest summer on record, with only average conditions needed for the rest of August to beat the record set last year, the Met Office said.
Low water levels at Rutland Water have revealed the remains of Nether Hambleton, a village demolished in the 1970s to create the reservoir, amid England's record drought.