UK dotterel numbers crash 89% due to climate change
Dotterel numbers have plunged by 89% since 1988, with only 112 breeding males left in the UK. The RSPB warns the species could be the first lost to climate change in Britain.
Category : Climate
Twelve Killed in Southern Spain Wildfire Amid Heatwave
Twelve killed in a wildfire in Almeria, southern Spain, amid a heatwave. Firefighters battle blaze as climate crisis worsens fire conditions.
Pacific Islands Forum Declares Climate Change Greatest Security Threat
Pacific Islands Forum declares climate change greatest security threat, urges Paris Agreement compliance, and calls for US return.
Brits Urged to Place Bowl of Water in Gardens This Weekend
Households are urged to leave a bowl of water in gardens this weekend as temperatures could exceed 30°C, helping birds and wildlife stay hydrated and cool.
Winter Blooming of 300 UK Plants Signals Climate Breakdown
Hundreds of UK native plants blooming in winter, linked to rising temperatures, signals climate breakdown, scientists warn.
UK Schools Close Early as 36C Heatwave Hits
18 UK schools are closing or finishing early on Friday as temperatures reach 36C. Amber heat health warnings are in place across multiple regions. Full list inside.
King Charles Thanked by Brazilian Indigenous Chief for Amazon Deforestation Focus
King Charles thanked by Brazilian indigenous chief for highlighting Amazon deforestation at CBA event in London.
HSBC Chair Faces Shareholder Revolt Over Climate Targets
ShareAction calls on shareholders to vote against bank chairs who weaken climate goals, targeting HSBC, NatWest, Lloyds, and Barclays.
Loneliest Dog in UK Still Waiting for Home After 537 Days in Shelter
Brodie the bulldog cross has spent 537 days at an RSPCA shelter after being rescued from abuse, now needing a forever home.
Wales Considers Plain Packaging and Name Ban for Vapes
Wales proposes plain packaging, display restrictions, and flavour name limits for vapes to reduce youth vaping, with a public consultation open until October 2.
Gold Mining's Hidden Cost: 20 Tonnes of Waste Per Ring
Gold mining produces 20 tonnes of waste per ring, with only 10% used industrially. Indigenous wisdom suggests we may not need it.
MPs Reject Tougher Air Quality Target in Environment Bill
MPs reject tougher air quality target and sewage rules in Environment Bill, ahead of COP26 summit.
UK Households Urged to Check Fridge Settings in Heatwave
As UK temperatures hit 35°C, experts warn fridges may struggle. Lowering the setting to 2°C and avoiding door openings can prevent food spoilage.
Australians take UN legal action over climate crisis impacts
Ten Australians take legal action to the UN human rights committee, arguing the government's fossil fuel support has harmed them through extreme weather.
Free TV Licences for Pensioners: Petition Surges Past 60,000
A petition for free TV licences for all UK pensioners has surpassed 60,000 signatures, with 10 days left to reach 100,000 for a parliamentary debate. The BBC director-general calls the licence fee 'no longer fit for purpose'.
Government Pressures Wildlife Charities to Drop Opposition to Planning Bill
UK government pressures wildlife charities to drop opposition to planning bill, offering amendments in exchange for halting campaigns.
Mexico Rejects Royal Caribbean Water Park After Backlash
Mexico rejects Royal Caribbean's 'Perfect Day Mexico' water park after backlash from locals and environmental groups over ecological impact.
Brits Urged to Check Fridges in 35°C Heatwave
As UK temperatures soar to 35°C, experts urge Britons to check their fridges. Adjust settings to 2°C and follow tips to prevent food spoilage during the heatwave.
10-Minute Morning Task for Better Sleep in a Heatwave
A simple 10-minute morning habit of airing out bedding and adding lavender oil can make your bed feel fresh and cool, helping you sleep better during a heatwave.
Vapes in Plain Packaging Under New UK Proposals
Vapes will soon be sold in plain white packaging with boring names under UK proposals to stop marketing to children. A consultation also limits colours to white, black or grey and bans sweet-related flavour names.
Swing Bridge Anniversary Sparks Funding Hunt for Repairs
Newcastle's Swing Bridge, a Victorian marvel, has been broken since 2019. As its 150th anniversary approaches, officials seek funding for a feasibility study to restore the iconic crossing.
Bosnian Genocide Survivor's Newcastle Exhibition
Dr Smajo Bešo, a Bosnian genocide survivor who resettled in Newcastle, shares his family's journey in a new exhibition at Discovery Museum, featuring film, photographs, and artefacts.
UK Dotterel Faces Extinction as Numbers Drop 89%
Dotterel numbers in the UK have fallen 89% since 1988, with only 112 breeding males left, making it the first bird species likely to be lost to climate change in the country, experts warn.
UK to Treat Vapes Like Cigarettes: Plain Packaging
Vapes will be sold in plain packaging and kept out of sight in shops, as the UK government announces a major crackdown to tackle youth vaping, treating e-cigarettes the same as tobacco.
UK Proposes Plain Packaging for Vapes to Curb Child Appeal
New UK consultation proposes plain packaging for vapes, restricting colors to white, black, or grey, and banning child-friendly flavors to reduce youth vaping.
Nuclear Reactor Shut Down as Heatwave Hits 28C in France
A reactor at France's Golfech nuclear plant was shut down after River Garonne temperatures hit 28C, nearing regulatory limits, as a heatwave grips Europe.
Victorian Disease Outbreak Closes Welsh Hospital Ward
A ward at Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen, Wales, has been closed after an outbreak of crusted scabies, a rare Victorian-era disease. Patients and staff contacts have been offered treatment.
London Heatwave Peaks: Record Temps and Health Warning
London's heatwave peaks with record-breaking 35C temperatures; health chiefs urge caution as NHS faces exceptional strain. Amber heat alert remains until Sunday.
England Baby Boom After World Cup Delay Sparks Pregnancy Test Surge
Searches for pregnancy tests surged 114% during the delayed England vs Mexico World Cup match, leading retailers to predict a baby boom in nine months.
Roy Keane and ITV pundits forced out of studio by storms
Roy Keane, Ian Wright, and Patrick Vieira were forced to relocate ITV's World Cup studio in New York due to storms, moving indoors from the outdoor loft set.
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