Simple Tin Foil Trick Keeps Lettuce Fresh for 30 Days
Use aluminium foil and paper towels to keep lettuce fresh for up to 30 days, according to produce expert Dan Holt from Hitchcock Farms.
Category : Climate
Wildfires rage across Europe as Crete burns
A new wildfire on Crete is out of control, killing three firefighters, as the EU warns all of Europe could be engulfed. France's Gironde blaze remains stable but uncontained.
Gulf Stream collapse warning: ‘Scary’ signs of instability detected
Scientists detect warning signs of Gulf Stream collapse, with 'almost complete loss of stability' over the last century, threatening global climate impacts.
Kenya Floods Kill 18 and Affect 54,000 Households in a Week
Heavy rains in Kenya cause 18 deaths and affect 54,000 households in a week, with flooding, mudslides, and warnings of more rain in May.
Homes evacuated as wildfire nears Sizewell nuclear plant
A major incident has been declared in Norfolk after a wildfire broke out four miles from the Sizewell B nuclear plant, forcing evacuations of homes and a holiday park.
Health Warnings Issued as Saharan Dust Brings 'Blood Rain' to UK
Health warnings in England and Wales as Saharan dust brings 'blood rain', pollution risks for vulnerable people.
EU chief warns all of Europe could be engulfed by wildfires
Europe's emergency response chief warns that the entire continent could be engulfed by wildfires as a new heatwave sweeps across multiple countries, with three firefighters killed in Greece.
Amazon rainforest approaching point of no return, warns leading climate scientist
Climate scientist Carlos Nobre warns the Amazon is perilously close to an irreversible tipping point, with 18% deforested and worsening droughts.
Outer Banks homes face sea threat within decades
Outer Banks homes lost to sea erosion; houses moved on wheels; climate crisis accelerates coastal threat.
Homes evacuated as National Trust wildfire rages in Suffolk
A major incident was declared after a wildfire broke out at Dunwich Heath, Suffolk, forcing evacuations. Firefighters are battling the blaze amid a heatwave.
Suffolk heath wildfire forces evacuations amid heatwave
A major incident was declared at Dunwich Heath in Suffolk as firefighters battled a large heathland fire amid the UK's fourth heatwave of the summer, leading to property evacuations.
Suffolk Heath Fire Forces Evacuations Amid Heatwave
A major incident was declared at Dunwich Heath in Suffolk as firefighters tackled a large wildfire, evacuating properties during the UK's fourth heatwave of the summer.
Greens only party telling truth on need to stop oil and gas drilling – Mackay
Scottish Greens say they are the only party honest about ending new North Sea drilling; Mackay criticises rivals over tax and transition.
Esther Rantzen's Daughter Hits Out at Andy Burnham
Rebecca Wilcox, daughter of Dame Esther Rantzen (terminal cancer), criticized PM Andy Burnham for shelving the Assisted Dying Bill, accusing him of not representing the people.
Pre-modern states show ageing pattern, raising questions for modern societies
Largest study of pre-modern states finds civilisations become more fragile over time, with lessons for today's ageing global powers.
Suffolk wildfire: Major incident at Dunwich Heath
A major incident has been declared after a wildfire engulfed Dunwich Heath, a National Trust nature reserve near Sizewell B nuclear plant, forcing evacuation of a campsite.
Supermarket bosses urge action on food waste as vouchers cut
Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, M&S and Waitrose chiefs warn of rising holiday hunger and call for industry-wide effort to save 4.6 million tonnes of surplus food.
Clooneys flee French home as wildfires rage across Europe
George and Amal Clooney evacuated their Brignoles farmhouse as wildfires threaten southeastern France, joining thousands displaced across Europe.
Brazil Invests $75m in Amazon Highway and Unveils Environmental Plan
Brazil invests $75m in BR-319 highway through Amazon, unveils environmental plan, faces criticism from activists over deforestation risks.
Australia’s Brutal Summer Heatwave Raises Climate Alarm
Australia faces a brutal summer heatwave and fires, exacerbated by climate change, with record temperatures, widespread destruction, and rising insurance losses.
Reasons restaurants get low hygiene ratings explained
Food safety consultant Katy Elliott, whose clients have 100% pass rate, shares common issues leading to poor ratings, from pests to paperwork problems.
Clooneys Evacuate French Home as Wildfires Rage
George and Amal Clooney evacuated their Brignoles home as wildfires four times the size of Paris forced 200,000 to flee France, with the EU warning of a historic fire season.
Earth’s vital signs worse than at any time in human history, scientists warn
Scientists warn Earth's vital signs at record extremes, with 20 of 35 indicators hitting dangerous highs, urging rapid transition to sustainable future.
Australia's January heatwave made five times more likely by climate change, analysis finds
Human-caused global heating made Australia's January heatwave five times more likely, worsening bushfire conditions, analysis finds.
Over 1,000 Methane ‘Super-Emitters’ Detected, Posing Grave Climate Threat
Over 1,000 super-emitting methane leaks from fossil fuel sites detected in 2022, with 55 future 'methane bombs' threatening climate goals.
Fairfield Montana Water Crisis Deepens as Infrastructure Fails
Small town in Montana faces severe water shortage due to drought and old pipes; half of water lost to leaks.
Greenland’s Dog Sled Champion Warns of Climate Change Threat to Tradition
Greenland's dog sled champion Jørgen Kristensen says rising temperatures are destroying sea ice and snow, threatening a thousand-year-old tradition and Inuit culture.
US states sue Trump EPA over repeal of climate endangerment finding
24 US states sue Trump EPA over repeal of the 2009 endangerment finding that underpins climate regulations, calling it illegal.
Harcourt Bushfire Survivors Face Rebuild After 54 Homes Lost
Harcourt bushfire survivors begin rebuild after 54 homes lost; community rallies support.
EU chief: wildfires could engulf all of Europe within days
EU emergency chief Maria Zuber warns wildfires could engulf 'all of Europe' within days as blazes rage in France, Spain, Greece and Portugal.
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