A significant fire broke out at Rushey Green Nursery in Catford, Lewisham, requiring eight fire engines and 60 firefighters to bring it under control after three hours, with no injuries reported.
Margate's art-led regeneration has sparked a stark divide, with affluent newcomers and struggling locals creating a splintered community in this coastal town.
A growing number of Britons are embracing alternative living arrangements, such as co-living and tiny homes, driven by housing affordability and lifestyle changes.
Bogotá, Colombia, is leading Latin America with its largest cycle lane network and clean air zones, targeting pollution in its poorest areas to reduce health impacts and promote sustainable urban living.
A major consultation reveals nearly 90% support maintaining trans-inclusive access at Hampstead Heath's bathing ponds, with over 38,000 responses shaping future policy decisions.
Residents in Perth's City of Swan are demanding a ban on artificial lawns, warning they create dangerous heat traps, increase energy bills, and harm local ecosystems with microplastic pollution.
Discover 'house burping,' a winter trend where opening windows for 10-15 minutes improves indoor air quality by reducing pollutants and humidity, with health benefits.
Mumbai's new coastal motorway, hailed as an engineering marvel, faces fierce criticism for primarily benefiting wealthy car owners while neglecting public transport and restricting ocean access for millions.
A community-owned park with a sandy beach and natural swimming ponds is planned for East London, offering a coastal escape without leaving the capital. Could this be your new summer hotspot?
Andres Canto, 14, started digging an underground cave after a fight with his parents. Six years later, he has a subterranean lounge and bedroom. Discover his incredible story.
A huge fire tore through Guryong shantytown in Seoul's affluent Gangnam district, forcing over 250 residents to flee. No injuries reported as 300 firefighters battled the blaze.
A massive blaze tore through the Guryong shantytown in Seoul's affluent Gangnam district, forcing over 250 evacuations. Read the full report on the fire-prone settlement.
Experts reveal a simple kitchen leftover can help orchids recover from winter stress and produce much larger, healthier blooms. Discover the easy monthly method.
As foxes grow bolder in UK cities, a pest control expert reveals six practical steps to protect your garden, bins, and pets from these opportunistic animals. Learn how to secure your outdoor space.
The centrepiece of a £3m revamp for the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground is nearly finished in Germany. The new wooden ship will sail to London for a summer 2026 reopening.
The centrepiece of a £3 million revamp for the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground is nearly finished in Germany. The new wooden ship will sail to London for a summer 2026 reopening. Discover the upgrades.
The Diana Memorial Playground in Kensington Gardens reopens this summer with a new £3m wooden galleon, sustainably built in the Bavarian Alps. Discover the new features.
A stunning new wooden galleon, built in the Bavarian Alps, will be the centrepiece of the £3million revamp of the Diana Memorial Playground in Kensington Gardens this summer.
Discover five distinctive succulents, including String of Dolphins and Sweetheart Plant, that bring year-round beauty to your home. Learn expert UK care tips for thriving houseplants.
Discover five unique houseplant succulents with leaves shaped like dolphins, hearts, and pearls. Get expert UK care tips from AP gardening columnist Jessica Damiano.
Discover how used coffee grounds can safely melt ice and provide grip on your patio and driveway this winter. This eco-friendly method protects your paving, pets, and plants.
Discover how used coffee grounds can act as a natural, pet-safe de-icer and grit for your slippery patio and driveway this winter. Learn eco-friendly tips from experts.
In the heart of Kinshasa, a single century-old baobab tree stands as the last of its kind. As developers move in, activists rally to protect this vital symbol of the city's past and cultural heritage. Can they save it?
A new wave of architects, backed by councils, is designing beautiful and functional public toilets across London, aiming to restore civic pride and address a 40% decline in facilities.
Plant experts reveal five easy-care house plants that naturally fight toxic mould. A cheap and effective solution for damp British homes this January.
A new initiative, 'Together at Christmas', launched in Tulse Hill, brings communities together for festive meals. Organisers aim to expand from pilot events to 1,000 meals nationwide by next Christmas to fight isolation.
London's spectacular 2026 New Year fireworks lit up the Thames, but the event was overshadowed by the controversial closure of Primrose Hill, a key viewing spot. Read the full story and reaction.
Athens and Nicosia are leading a shift to quieter, eco-friendly New Year's celebrations with low-noise fireworks and drone displays. Discover how this change benefits communities and pets.
A New Year's Eve dispute has erupted in Sydney as locals slam 'grotesque' cabanas claiming prime public space at Manly Beach. Read about the community fury and official response.
Keep your peace lily thriving in January by avoiding a common watering error. Experts reveal the simple positioning and hydration trick for glossy leaves and vibrant blooms.