Son's last wish inspires Merseyside dad's suicide prevention campaign
Mike McCarthy launched Baton of Hope after his son Ross's death. The campaign will bring its baton to Liverpool on September 24 next year, backed by local figures.
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Oven grease banished with 1 simple item, says cleaning guru
A cleaning guru transformed a two-year-old grimy oven using Easy-Off Fume Free Oven Cleaner, not baking soda or vinegar, sharing her step-by-step method.
Binman shares tip to get extra recycling wheelie bin
A binman says councils may provide extra recycling bins if residents ask. The tip applies to most councils, not all, and local rules vary.
Woman shares 'horrifying' litter at Reading Festival campsite
A festival-goer filmed the rubbish-strewn campsite at Reading Festival, urging others to pick up litter. The event generates hundreds of tonnes of waste yearly, including abandoned tents.
Strathclyde Watersports Centre gets £1.18m green heating grant
Strathclyde Country Park Watersports Centre has received £1.18 million from the Scottish Government’s Clyde Mission Heat Decarbonisation Fund, the first grant from the £25 million package.
Winter energy price cap to rise 4% to £1,723: Ofgem
Ofgem raises its energy price cap by 4% to £1,723 for the average household from October 1, a three-year high, driven by higher wholesale gas prices amid the Middle East conflict.
Fal Rivers to Reef: Cornwall's plan to tackle algal blooms
Cornwall council's Fal Rivers to Reef initiative works with farmers to reduce runoff and protect seagrass, maerl and oyster beds in the River Fal.
Onshore windfarm applications hit 10-year high in England
About 45 applications for new onshore windfarms were submitted in England in the year to March, a 10-year high, after Labour lifted the de facto ban.
Penis Woods Chopped Down Despite Opposition
Castle Crawford Wood, known as Penis Woods for its phallic shape visible from the M74, is being felled by Scottish Forestry, with only the tip remaining.
Binman reveals what to do when your wheelie bin is full
A refuse collector advises contacting your council for an extra recycling bin, as it's cheaper for them than general waste. If not allowed, take excess rubbish to a recycling centre.
Burnham may overhaul UK electric vehicle mandate targets
New PM Andy Burnham could water down UK's ZEV Mandate targets after industry pressure, with a review expected to cut the 80% electric car sales goal by 2030.
US emissions climb in 2025 as coal power rises, analysis shows
Study finds US greenhouse gas emissions rose 2.4% in 2025, driven by cold weather, datacenters and higher gas prices, reversing a downward trend.
Jet2 Warns: Declare Medical Conditions for Travel Insurance
Jet2 urges summer travellers to declare medical conditions when buying travel insurance, warning it could save thousands from rejected claims.
King Charles Praises Eco-Mosque After Appointing New PM
King Charles praised Europe's first eco-mosque in Cambridge as 'magnificent' and 'architecturally wonderful' hours after appointing Andy Burnham as Prime Minister.
Cairngorms Wildfire Third Day: Residents Told to Leave Pets
A wildfire in the Cairngorms has burned for three days, covering 6km and forcing evacuations. Residents were told to leave pets behind. Firefighters continue to battle the blaze, with no casualties reported.
Cairngorms Wildfire Forces Evacuations, Leave Pets
A wildfire in Cairngorms National Park has forced evacuations, with residents told to leave pets. Four fire engines and specialist crews are battling the blaze near Nethy Bridge.
Five Common BBQ Items Banned from Home Recycling Bins
Waste experts warn that disposable barbecues, charcoal, gas canisters, aluminium trays, and plastic food packaging should never go in home recycling bins. Improper disposal can cause fires and contamination.
Eight Liverpool Parks Win Green Flag Awards
Eight parks in Liverpool have been awarded Green Flag status, the international mark for well-managed green spaces. Sefton Park retained its award for the 19th year, while Springfield Park earned it for the first time. Liverpool now has more Green Flag pa
UK Heatwaves Kill About 2,700 in May and June
Extreme heat in England and Wales caused about 2,700 excess deaths during May and June heatwaves, with 440 deaths daily at June peak, scientists estimate.
Screwworm Infestation in Central American Wildlife Threatens US
New world screwworm has become endemic in Central American wildlife, spreading via illegal cattle trade. Experts warn current eradication efforts may not contain the parasite's push into the US.
Food bin new rule: £60 fine for wrong disposal
Households in England must separate food waste from general rubbish from 2026, with fines of up to £60 for non-compliance, as part of the government's Simpler Recycling scheme.
Record Wildfires in Europe Highlight Cost of Failing to Adapt to Climate Change
Record wildfires in Europe highlight the need for better land management and climate adaptation as costs mount.
Chef's Sugar Oven Method for Crispy Bacon
Chef Will Murray of Fallow restaurant shares his oven method for perfectly crispy streaky bacon, adding demerara sugar halfway through for enhanced crunch and sweetness.
Why Willows Shade Cricket Grounds and Boost Wildlife
Willow trees provide shade, reduce heat, and support 452 insect species, making them ideal for cricket grounds facing extreme heat. Planting willows offers a simple, cheap climate solution.
Eco Campsite Near Mwnt Beach: Perfect Wales Coastal Getaway
Mwnt Camping in West Wales offers eco-friendly pitches, bell tents, and a caravan, just minutes from Mwnt Beach, named one of the UK's 40 best beaches by Timeout for 2026.
Sea Level Rise Threatens Jamestown, Virginia
Jamestown, Virginia, the first permanent English settlement in America, faces an existential threat from sea level rise, with scientists warning that rising waters could submerge the historic site within decades.
Amazon funds massive tree planting in South Africa
Amazon is backing a scheme to plant 180 million spekboom shrubs across 200 square miles in South Africa's Eastern Cape, an area twice the size of Birmingham, to absorb carbon and restore degraded land.
Ukraine Seeks $44bn from Russia for War-Related Climate Emissions
Ukraine demands $44bn from Russia for war-related climate emissions; Kharkiv strike wounds 32; Zelenskyy visits Turkey; US approves Patriot sale; Spain pledges aid.
EU Waters Down 2035 Petrol and Diesel Car Sales Ban
EU proposes softening 2035 ban on new petrol/diesel cars, reducing zero-emission target to 90% amid industry pressure.
Liberal Party Abandons Net Zero Emissions Target After Conservative Rebellion
Liberal Party votes to abandon net zero emissions target after conservative rebellion led by Taylor and Hastie.
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