With temperatures nearing 30°C in Newcastle, learn essential sun safety tips for visiting The Hoppings fairground, including hydration, sun cream use, and recognising heat exhaustion symptoms.
Queensland and the Northern Territory propose child protection reforms that weaken the Aboriginal Child Placement Principle, risking Indigenous children's cultural connections.
Salting steak and baked potatoes before cooking draws out moisture, preventing sogginess and ensuring a crispy crust and skin. This simple method uses salt to dry-brine meat and season potatoes for perfect texture.
The Joseph Cowen Centre in Newcastle is informing national policy to reduce barriers for homeless people with pets, after researchers highlighted its best-practice approach.
Australia's environment laws reformed after last-minute Greens deal, ending five-year struggle over EPBC Act changes.
The Met Office has issued an amber 'danger to life' warning for extreme heat across large parts of the UK, including Greater Manchester, with temperatures forecast to reach 34-35°C.
UK government to make mobile phone ban in schools statutory law, amending children's wellbeing bill after opposition pressure.
Labour's special needs education plans face criticism over funding gaps and uncertainty about key rights for families.
France bans alcohol at state events amid a heatwave with temperatures forecast to reach 41C. Red warnings cover 35 regions, and other European countries brace for extreme heat.
Jewish teen Jonathan Frisher urges PM to mandate antisemitism lessons in schools after suffering bullying and abuse.
Australia's health regulator adopts IHRA antisemitism definition, sparking debate over silencing critics of Israel, with support from Jewish bodies and concerns from Palestine advocates.
Electrification emerged as a key focus at pre-Cop31 talks in Bonn, with Turkey proposing a 35% electricity target by 2035. Geopolitical tensions over climate science and the 1.5C goal also marked the discussions.
Renovations across Washington DC for the 250th anniversary, ordered by Trump, disrupt tourism and spark criticism. Projects include East Wing demolition and a triumphal arch.
A viral thought experiment imagines US-China AI dominance tearing Europe apart by 2031, sparking urgent debate on EU tech sovereignty and datacentre investment.
Chipiona becomes Spain's first UNESCO-recognised tsunami-ready town, leading coastal safety with drills, sirens, and evacuation plans.
Gardening experts advise three essential tasks for Japanese maple trees before summer: light pruning, mulching, and proper watering.
Scotland sends a baby box to New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, inspired by his campaign pledge to introduce a similar scheme.
Jodi Kantor's new book helps young people find their life's work amid anxiety and uncertainty, offering practical advice from her own experiences.
UN expert warns Mexico faces 'toxic crisis' from US waste, with lax standards and oversight leading to pollution and health impacts.
Victorian Premier Dan Andrews hospitalised after fall; unfounded conspiracy theories emerge on Telegram and fringe blogs, later fuelled by opposition questions.
UK advises under-fives to have max one hour screen time daily, sparking debate on parenting in digital age.
Illegal waste dumping in the UK is out of control, with thousands of sites and weak enforcement enabling criminal gangs to profit while harming communities and the environment.
Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley announced an updated Caricom reparations manifesto at a Ghana conference, emphasizing gender-based violence and climate justice links.
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Labour faces backlash over proposed trail hunting ban, with peers warning it's a 'Pandora's box' and a 'laughing stock' move. Rural campaigners protest in Westminster.
England's new Simpler Recycling regulations have changed household waste collection, banning several garden items from recycling bins. Learn what you can no longer recycle.
Secretary of State Pat McFadden updates MPs on PIP reform, with a review considering cost cuts, face-to-face assessments, and longer review periods. Interim report expected before July 17.
Support staff at five Scottish universities to strike over pay dispute, Unite union announces.
The 2026/27 Premier League season starts later due to the FIFA World Cup, player welfare, and calendar adjustments. Discover all key reasons here.
With temperatures set to reach 34C, UK drivers are warned to carry water in their vehicles to prevent dehydration and stay safe during the heatwave.