New Bin Rules: Put Lids Back on Glass Jars
Households in England must follow new recycling rules or risk bin collections being refused. Glass jar lids should be put back on to avoid sorting loss.
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Log Burner Fines Up to £300 in 27 English Areas
Households in 27 English cities face £300 fines for using log burners in smoke control areas, with potential £1,000 penalties for unauthorised fuels.
Morrisons, Tesco, Waitrose and Sainsbury's issue urgent recalls
Shoppers at Morrisons, Tesco, Waitrose and Sainsbury's are warned of product recalls due to glass, metal, and allergen contamination risks.
Welsh Gardeners Told to Use Chilli Powder to Protect Bird Food
Experts urge Welsh gardeners to sprinkle chilli powder in gardens this June to deter squirrels and foxes, ensuring birds have access to food during nesting season.
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Sainsbury's Adds Fibre Labels to Over 500 Products
Sainsbury's launches 'Full on Fibre' labelling on over 500 products to help customers boost fibre intake, with a goal to add thousands of tonnes of fibre to UK diets by 2030.
Reform UK's Net Zero Attack Would Destroy Jobs
The net zero economy employs 1.1 million UK workers, while oil and gas supports just 205,000. Reform's policies threaten mass unemployment, harming the very workers they claim to champion.
BBC Broadcasts World Cup from Salford, 4,000 Miles Away
The BBC will present the 2026 World Cup from a studio in Salford, saving millions but sparking debate over its remote coverage compared to rivals in New York.
Public electricity procurement could save households £200
A report finds that reforming public procurement of electricity could cut household bills by £200 annually, boosting competition and renewable energy.
Labour Renewable Projects Halfway Through Long Delays
Labour's renewable energy projects are only halfway through lengthy approval delays, raising concerns about UK's 2030 clean power target.
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Attenborough: Stop Mowing Lawns to Help Garden Wildlife
David Attenborough advises gardeners to avoid mowing lawns this summer to create habitats for pollinators, hedgehogs, and other wildlife, as featured on BBC One's Secret Garden.
Attenborough: Skip Mowing to Help Wildlife in Your Garden
David Attenborough advises gardeners to avoid mowing lawns to support wildlife, creating habitats for insects and birds. The RSPB agrees, suggesting delaying mowing until late summer.
Woke Policies Blamed for Nottingham Killings
An op-ed argues that DEI policies in the NHS led to the Nottingham killings by Valdo Calocane, criticizing focus on racial equality over public safety.
Cattle TB Vaccine Rollout from 2030 to Eradicate Disease by 2038
England plans to vaccinate cattle against bovine TB from 2030, aiming to eradicate the disease by 2038, with a new strategy focusing on cattle vaccination and testing.
Trafford Centre Dome Gets New Eco-Friendly Escalators
The Trafford Centre is replacing escalators in its iconic dome with eco-efficient units, saving up to 40% energy, as part of a wider refurbishment.
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Top Banks Pledged $906bn to Fossil Fuels in 2025
A new report reveals the world's largest banks committed $906bn to fossil fuel financing in 2025, an 8% increase from 2024, undermining climate goals.
Turkey: Third of World Energy Will Be Electricity by 2035
Turkey, as COP31 host, predicts electricity will make up a third of global energy by 2035, urging faster renewable transition.
Make-Ahead Vegetarian and Vegan Finger Food Ideas
Discover creative make-ahead vegetarian and vegan finger food recipes perfect for parties, from savory bites to sweet treats.
Pacoima Air Sensors Show High Pollution
Residents in Pacoima use low-cost air sensors to monitor pollution, revealing levels exceeding state standards and highlighting environmental injustice.
Sullivan's Sport papers used underage girls as 'bait': ex-commissioner
Vera Baird criticizes David Sullivan's Sport newspapers for using sexualized images of underage girls as 'bait for predatory men' amid sexual misconduct allegations.
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US Firm's Fracking Plan in Kimberley Faces Federal Scrutiny
Black Mountain Energy seeks approval to drill 20 gas wells in WA's Kimberley region, but federal officials say environmental data is insufficient to assess impacts on water and endangered species.
Sefton Council Net Zero Progress Stalls
Sefton Council's net zero transition has stalled, cutting only 16 tonnes of CO2 in 2025/6. Councillors express disappointment and discuss funding and technology barriers.
Community buildings to get same demolition protection as pubs
Hundreds of cherished buildings like youth centres will avoid demolition under plans to give them the same exclusion rights as pubs, says Housing Secretary Steve Reed.
MPs hear drowning victims' names; calls for Sam's Law
MPs fell silent as names of 19 drowning victims, including 13 children, were read out. The Mirror's campaign urges Sam's Law for mandatory safety equipment at high-risk water spots.
Green Party’s Polanski Wants to Ban Cheap Vegetables
Green Party leader Zack Polanski calls for new laws to end cheap vegetables, claiming they exploit workers. Critics warn of higher food costs.
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UK to Defy US Over Social Media Ban for Under-16s
The UK government is set to push ahead with a potential social media ban for under-16s despite US objections, citing strong public support and parental concerns.
Badenoch: Fear of racism stopped authorities preventing tragedies
Kemi Badenoch claims the Nottingham stabbings, Southport attack and Manchester Arena bombing could have been stopped if authorities weren't afraid of being called racist.
Chief Superintendent Urges Water and Fire Safety This Summer
Chief Superintendent Gregg Banks highlights water safety and wildfire prevention during summer events in West Lothian, urging caution near open water and campfires.
Privatised Water Scandal: Profits Over Public Health for Decades
For over 30 years, rising water bills have funded venture capitalists, not infrastructure, leading to pollution and public health risks, as highlighted in Channel 4
UK Flood Experts Need Funding, Not Dutch Imports, Say Scientists
British scientists argue England has sufficient flood expertise but lacks sustained government funding and political commitment to match Dutch protections.
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Trump Cuts Threaten US Sewer Aid, Leaving Poor Communities at Risk
Deep funding cuts under President Trump jeopardise crucial aid for ageing sewer systems in impoverished US communities, exposing residents to health hazards and property damage. Explore the human impact.
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