Thames Water Crisis: £1.1bn Funding Collapses
Exclusive: Thames Water's emergency funding plan collapses as shareholders refuse £1.1bn injection, raising fears of potential special administration and creating turmoil for UK's largest water supplier.
Category : Environment
Air Pollution Clean-Up May Speed Global Warming
Groundbreaking research reveals a shocking climate contradiction - while some pollutants cool our planet, cleaning them up could accelerate temperature rise. Scientists warn of an environmental dilemma that demands immediate attention.
Billie Eilish pledges $10 million to climate fight
Grammy-winning superstar Billie Eilish announces staggering $10 million donation to environmental causes through her new Overheated initiative, joining forces with climate organisations worldwide.
UK intensive farms fail to declare climate emissions
Exclusive investigation reveals how intensive livestock farms across Britain are avoiding mandatory climate emissions declarations, raising serious questions about environmental accountability.
Hero Labrador Archie rescues lost dog near Cenotaph
An extraordinary tale of canine courage unfolds as Archie the Labrador finds a distressed lost dog near London's Cenotaph and leads rescuers on a 20-mile journey to safety in Wiltshire.
India's 'Lonely Elephant' Shankar Dies at Washington Zoo
Shankar, the iconic Asian elephant who captured hearts during 25 years at Washington DC's National Zoo, has passed away at approximately 48 years old, leaving behind a legacy of conservation awareness.
Colossal Wreck: Biting Climate Satire Exposes COP28
Josh Appignanesi's daring documentary exposes the surreal contradictions of climate diplomacy through a darkly comic lens at the Dubai COP28 summit.
California hiker survives 17 days in wilderness
After vanishing during a routine hike, 34-year-old Michael Thompson survives 17 harrowing days in the Sierra Nevada wilderness using remarkable survival techniques and sheer determination.
4 invasive plants that could cost homeowners thousands
Expert reveals the dangerous plants lurking in British gardens that could cost homeowners thousands in damages and legal battles.
Grow Lavender Indefinitely: Expert Gardening Secrets
Discover how to make lavender thrive indefinitely in your garden with these expert planting and pruning tips for continuous fragrant blooms year after year.
Japan's bear crisis: Record encounters spark emergency
Japan faces an unprecedented wildlife crisis as bear encounters reach record highs, with experts warning of growing human-wildlife conflict in urbanising landscapes. Discover why these dangerous incidents are surging and what authorities are doing to prot
Dog's Incredible Toilet Training Stuns Owner
A stunned dog owner captured the moment her clever cockapoo demonstrated remarkable bathroom independence, proving some pets are smarter than we think.
Thames Water faces £74m penalty in Ofwat crackdown
England's water regulator Ofwat imposes £88 million in penalties on Thames Water and other suppliers for missed targets, as the sector faces mounting debt and environmental challenges.
How moving one mile transformed my nature connection
Discover how relocating just one mile away revealed surprising ecological discoveries and transformed a writer's relationship with the natural world in this captivating country diary.
Climate flotillas head to Belém ahead of COP30 summit
Dozens of boats carrying Indigenous leaders and climate activists are sailing to Belém, Brazil, creating a powerful visual protest ahead of the critical COP30 UN climate summit in November 2025.
Father and son killed by hornet swarm while zip-lining in Laos
A family adventure turned to tragedy in Laos when a father and son were fatally attacked by a swarm of Asian giant hornets while zip-lining through the jungle.
DiCaprio champions Brazil's COP30 climate summit bid
Hollywood star and environmental activist Leonardo DiCaprio joins forces with Brazilian officials to champion the crucial COP30 climate conference in Belém, marking a significant moment in global climate diplomacy.
Second escaped monkey shot dead in Mississippi
Chaos ensues in Mississippi as authorities hunt down and euthanise second escaped monkey, raising serious questions about animal transport safety protocols.
NZ falcons dive-bomb cyclists in territorial attacks
New Zealand's native falcon is waging aerial warfare against cyclists and pedestrians in Hawke's Bay, with dive-bombing attacks increasing dramatically during nesting season. Conservationists urge caution as the protected species defends its territory.
Khan's 28,000 air miles clash with climate message
London Mayor Sadiq Khan faces accusations of hypocrisy after flying nearly 28,000 miles worldwide while championing climate change policies. Exclusive investigation reveals extensive international travel during environmental campaigning.
Solar geoengineering could trigger climate chaos
Leading scientists warn that rogue solar geoengineering deployment could trigger catastrophic climate consequences, calling for urgent international governance.
Oxford and Cambridge Launch Massive Tree-Planting Scheme
In a groundbreaking environmental move, Oxford and Cambridge universities are spearheading a massive tree-planting project that could transform the English landscape and create woodlands rivaling ancient forests.
Fen orchid saved from extinction in UK conservation triumph
One of Britain's most endangered flowers, the fen orchid, has been dramatically rescued from near extinction through a groundbreaking conservation programme.
William and DiCaprio unite to save Amazon rainforest
The Prince of Wales joins forces with Hollywood star Leonardo DiCaprio in a landmark environmental initiative, pledging substantial funding to protect the critically threatened Amazon rainforest through The Royal Foundation.
Starmer to personally attend COP30 climate summit
Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces he will personally attend COP30 in Brazil, signalling UK's renewed global climate leadership under Labour government with Ed Miliband as Energy Secretary.
Starmer pledges major climate action at COP30 summit
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces ambitious climate partnership with Brazil ahead of crucial COP30 summit, positioning UK as global leader in environmental policy.
Lula announces Amazon COP30 and Petrobras shakeup
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva announces ambitious climate agenda including hosting COP30 in the Amazon while overhauling state oil giant Petrobras leadership in major energy policy shift.
Escaped monkey shot dead after dramatic Mississippi chase
A rhesus monkey that escaped from a wildlife sanctuary met a tragic end after being shot by authorities in Mississippi, sparking animal welfare concerns and questions about exotic animal management.
Prince William wears illegal wildlife trade scarf in Rio
The Prince of Wales makes bold environmental statement in Brazil, donning scarf made from illegally traded wildlife materials during conservation summit.
Man banned from owning animals after vet finds neglected birds
A man has been disqualified from owning animals for five years after RSPCA inspectors discovered severely neglected birds living in filthy conditions, leaving a veterinary professional in tears.
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