Super-Rich’s Assets Cause Outsized Climate Harm, Study Finds
Greenpeace study finds top 1% by wealth cause nearly $1tn annual climate damage through ownership-based emissions, urging wealth taxes.
Category : Climate
Amber Heat Alerts Issued for Two More Regions Ahead of 35C Heatwave
The Met Office has issued additional amber heat health alerts for two more parts of England as temperatures are forecast to reach 35°C, warning of health risks and advising precautions.
Great White Sharks and Deadly Jellyfish Could Head to UK
Great white sharks and box jellyfish could become common on British beaches as a marine heatwave threatens to make seasides dangerous, warns oceanographer Jim Dale.
Flesh-Eating Bug Threatens UK Beaches Amid Heatwaves
Health experts warn Vibrio vulnificus, a flesh-eating bacterium, is thriving in UK and European coastal waters due to heatwaves, causing infections that can lead to necrotising fasciitis, sepsis, and death.
Home Bargains £7.99 Lavender Ball Boosts Kerb Appeal
Home Bargains sells a Jardin Artificial Lavender Ball for £7.99, weather-resistant and UV-protected, designed to 'last' and enhance kerb appeal without maintenance.
Squishy Toys Burst in Hot Cars, Burning Children
Children are being rushed to hospital with burns after gel-filled squishy toys left in hot cars explode. Experts warn UK temperatures could exceed 50C inside vehicles, causing the toys to burst and stick to skin.
England v Norway quarter-final threatened by storms and heat
England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway could be delayed or postponed due to scorching 34°C heat and thunderstorms in Miami, with FIFA protocols requiring suspension if lightning strikes within eight miles of the stadium.
Earth on verge of five catastrophic climate tipping points, scientists warn
Scientists warn five climate tipping points near collapse, risking mass displacement and financial ruin as planet warms.
Lipsi: Greece's Unspoiled Island with 23 Secluded Beaches
Lipsi, a small Greek island in the Dodecanese, boasts 23 untouched beaches, no sunbeds, and a pioneering sustainability approach, attracting visitors seeking an authentic, crowd-free Aegean experience.
Catch Urself Up: HIV Campaign Launches in Northern Ireland
Up to 97% of people living with HIV in Northern Ireland are undetectable, meaning they cannot pass the virus on. A new campaign aims to shatter decades of silence and stigma.
Stock Up on 2 Supermarket Staples for Weekend Heatwave
The British Heart Foundation urges Brits to stock up on water and cold foods like salads and frozen fruit ahead of a heatwave, as high temperatures strain the heart and kidneys.
Nevada Lithium Mine Approved Despite Endangered Wildflower Concerns
US approves Nevada lithium mine crucial to clean energy agenda, despite fears it will drive endangered Tiehm's buckwheat to extinction; environmentalists vow to sue.
Wirral Council Faces Shame Over New Ferry Regeneration Vote
Despite 83% public support for a premium regeneration option, Wirral councillors voted for a cheaper scheme for New Ferry's Bebington Road, sparking shouts of 'shame' at a fiery meeting.
Fitness influencer uses weight-loss jabs for partying
Brandon Banach, 26, uses GLP-1s and IV glutathione drips to balance partying and fitness, despite NHS warnings about safety risks and unregulated use.
Albanese's Oprah-style climate target risks falling short
Australia's 2035 emissions target range of 62-70% cut criticised as insufficient by climate experts and advocates.
Entrepreneur Uses Skinny Jabs and IV Drips as Biohack for Parties
Brandon Banach, 26, uses GLP-1s and IV drips to balance partying and health, despite NHS warnings of risks like pancreatitis. He claims biohacking prolongs youth.
Night Flushing: Cool Homes Without Air Conditioning
Night flushing is a simple technique to keep homes cool during a heatwave without air conditioning. Georgina Bisby explains how to ventilate at night and block heat during the day.
Home Bargains Fans Rush for Aero MilkyBar Bubbles
Home Bargains shoppers are racing to buy the new Aero MilkyBar Bubbles, a chocolate collaboration that tastes 'good chilled' during the heatwave, according to Facebook posts.
Petition Calls for Legal Max Working Temperature of 25C
A petition demanding a legally enforceable maximum working temperature of 25C has gained 555 signatures as the UK faces its third heatwave of 2026, with temperatures reaching mid-30s.
Free Kitchen Item to Cool Bedroom During UK Heatwave
As the UK faces its longest heatwave since 1976, sleep expert Dr Sophie Bostock reveals how ice cubes and a fan can create a cooling breeze, helping you sleep without air conditioning.
Brown vs White Eggs: Nutritional Difference Explained
Sainsbury's switches to white eggs citing 12.7% lower carbon footprint. Experts confirm no nutritional difference between brown and white eggs; shell color depends on hen breed.
Freeze Your Hot Water Bottle for a Cool Night's Sleep
Dean Commodore reveals a surprising hack: fill a hot water bottle 3/4 full, freeze it, and place it in bed to stay cool during a heatwave. Users caution to dedicate separate bottles for summer and winter.
UK Heatwave Triggers Early Harvests and Hosepipe Bans
Extreme heat across the UK is causing early harvests and hosepipe bans as June 2026 is confirmed as western Europe's hottest June on record, with temperatures expected to exceed 36C.
Sainsbury's White Eggs: Lower Carbon, Same Nutrition
Sainsbury's stops selling brown eggs, switching to white only due to a 12.7% lower carbon footprint. Experts confirm no nutritional difference between eggshell colors.
EDF to Give Free Fans and Energy Credit in £1m Heatwave Relief
EDF launches Heatwave Relief Packs worth up to £100 each for vulnerable customers, including free fans and energy credit, as part of a £1m initiative amid record UK temperatures.
Petition for 25C Max Working Temperature Gains Thousands of Signatures
A petition demanding a legally binding maximum working temperature of 25C has gathered nearly 6,000 signatures as the UK faces its third heatwave, with temperatures reaching 36C and no legal cap in place.
Sainsbury's White Eggs: No Nutritional Difference, Lower Carbon Footprint
Sainsbury's will stop selling brown eggs for white ones, citing a 12.7% lower carbon footprint. Experts confirm no nutritional difference between shell colours, with yolk shade influenced by hen diet.
Foreign Office Warning for Italy and Malta Travelers
The Foreign Office has issued a swimming safety alert for British tourists heading to Italy and Malta this summer, warning of drowning risks and strong currents.
Trump's 7 Geography Errors After 'Islamic Republic of Japan'
Donald Trump's geography blunders include calling Japan the 'Islamic Republic of Japan' and confusing Albania with Armenia. Here are 7 cringey mistakes.
US Escalates Iran Conflict, Strains NATO and Ukraine
The US escalates Iran strikes, targeting infrastructure, depleting missile stocks, and weakening NATO and Ukraine defences, as Tehran outlasts the onslaught.
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