London March Urges Burnham to Act on Israel
Thousands of pro-Palestine protesters marched in London, calling on incoming Labour leader Andy Burnham to take a hard line on Israel, including halting arms sales.
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Fire Crews Tackle Major Blaze at Kirkintilloch Farm
Fire crews are tackling a major blaze at a farm building in Kirkintilloch, with six appliances at the peak. No casualties reported.
Iran Vows No Oil or Gas Will Leave Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Revolutionary Guard warns that no oil or gas will leave the Strait of Hormuz until US airstrikes cease, as Trump's forces launch a seventh consecutive night of strikes.
A Pee in the Sea is a Drop in the Ocean: Letters
Readers challenge a summer etiquette guide that says swimmers must dash ashore to pee, arguing the ocean can handle it and flushing toilets waste water.
Australian Flat-Dwellers Miss Out on Rooftop Solar: Can New Incentives Help?
Only 6% of Australians in apartments have solar versus 39% in houses. New technologies and state incentives aim to close the gap, but strata rules and metering remain hurdles.
Israeli Ministers Announce New Illegal Settlements in Gaza, West Bank
Israel's defence and finance ministers announce plans for three illegal settlements in Gaza and over $400m in funding to expand West Bank settlements, violating ceasefire deals and drawing condemnation.
London Underground Whistleblower Wins Asbestos Case
A London Underground whistleblower won an unfair dismissal case after raising concerns about toxic dust and asbestos exposure. He now wants passengers to know about potential hazards.
Burnham Must Shift UK Mood on Racism, Says OBV Chair
Andy Burnham has a historic opportunity to shift the national mood on racism, says David Weaver, chair of Operation Black Vote, urging action on Windrush and class inequalities.
Water firms waste 5x more than hosepipe bans could save
Greenpeace UK analysis reveals water companies in England and Wales lose 2.87bn litres daily through leaks, five times the 577m litres a nationwide hosepipe ban would save.
Arizona teen honored for saving woman with dementia in heat
Royal Cothrun, 14, helped Theresa Morgan, 76, who had dementia and wandered in 103F heat. He stayed with her, called her son, and waited for fire crews. The Gilbert Fire Department will honor him on August 11.
Poultry Growth Plan Risks UK National Security, Campaigners Warn
Campaigners warn the government's poultry sector growth plan threatens UK national security due to reliance on imported animal feed, vulnerable to supply chain shocks.
Atlanta Unhoused Treated 'Less Than Human' During World Cup
Atlanta officials threw away belongings of unhoused people near World Cup watch party sites, violating protocols after a man was killed in a similar sweep last year.
Burnham Expected to Reverse Ban on New North Sea Drilling
Andy Burnham is expected to relax restrictions on new oil and gas drilling in the North Sea when he becomes prime minister, reversing Labour's 2024 manifesto pledge.
Cuba on Brink as US Blockade and Power Cuts Fuel Unrest
Cuba faces societal breakdown amid US oil blockade and frequent blackouts, with tempers fraying, crime rising, and political tensions escalating as the government struggles to maintain order.
Canadian Wildfire Smoke Creates Hazardous Air Crisis
Wildfire smoke from Canada blankets US and Canada, causing hazardous air quality, canceled events, and health warnings. Millions affected as conditions persist.
US Air Quality Warnings Persist as Wildfire Smoke Blankets Country
Air quality warnings remain across the US as wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota continues. Rain may bring relief in mid-Atlantic and north-east, but conditions persist. World Cup final likely to proceed on Sunday.
Why Many Latin Americans Want Spain to Beat Argentina in Final
Racism by some Argentina fans and football rivalries lead many in Latin America to support Spain over Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final.
Wildfires Force Firefighters to Make Impossible Triage Decisions
As climate change fuels more intense wildfires globally, firefighters face agonizing triage decisions, rationing resources amid concurrent blazes. The crisis is hitting new regions, including the UK, where wildfires now threaten cities and homes.
Tiger King Director Returns with Reptile Smuggling Doc
Eric Goode, director of Netflix's Tiger King, returns with 'Monsters of God,' a five-part HBO Max docuseries exposing the billion-dollar underground reptile smuggling trade.
World Cup Final May Be Delayed Over Wildfire Smoke Warning
The World Cup final between Spain and Argentina could be delayed due to wildfire smoke from Canada affecting air quality in New York-New Jersey. FIFA President Infantino met White House officials to discuss health dangers.
Met Office Confirms Hot Spells Return to UK in August
The Met Office confirms hot spells will return to the UK by early August, with temperatures likely remaining above normal and potential for very warm conditions, especially in the south.
Attenborough: At 'Brink of Disaster' in Climate Plea
Sir David Attenborough urges people to 'make the right choices' for a sustainable future, as extreme heatwaves and climate indicators flash red, echoing UN and Met Office warnings.
UK Heatwave: 38C Predicted for 15 Counties in Hottest Day
The UK could see its hottest day of the year on July 29, with 15 counties predicted to reach 38C, according to GFS weather model data.
Fire Service Urges No BBQs Amid Dovestone Moor Blaze
Firefighters battle two major moorland fires at Dovestone and Swineshaw; public seen lighting barbecues despite urgent pleas to avoid open flames.
Burnham Urged to Block North Sea Drilling Over Manifesto
Andy Burnham is urged to stick to Labour's manifesto and block new North Sea drilling as he prepares to become Prime Minister on Monday, despite reports he is open to new oil and gas projects.
Beach Warnings Issued for Two Scottish Hotspots
Swimmers are warned to avoid Monifieth Beach near Dundee and Ardrossan/Saltcoats South Beach in Ayrshire due to E. coli and sewage pollution, SEPA advises.
Charities Warn Burnham North Sea Drilling Won't Lower Bills
19 charities including Oxfam and Greenpeace warn Andy Burnham that new North Sea drilling licences will damage UK security and hurt families struggling with cost of living, urging him to stick to Labour's 2024 manifesto.
12pm to 4pm Pollen Hack for Better Sleep
Hanging laundry between 12pm and 4pm reduces pollen trapping, easing hay fever symptoms for better sleep. Experts from Allure Bath Fashions advise the '12pm rule'.
Dirt Storage Trick Keeps Potatoes Fresh for a Year
YouTuber Marandia Wright reveals a traditional storage method using dirt and a cardboard box that keeps potatoes fresh for up to a year, preventing rot and sprouting.
Network Rail Bans Steam Trains for Week Over Wildfire Risk
Network Rail has imposed a nationwide week-long ban on steam trains due to wildfire risks during the UK heatwave, following an incident where the Hogwarts Express sparked a blaze.
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