Piranha attack in Swiss lake injures seven, baby loses toe
Horror as bloodthirsty piranhas attack swimmers in Lake Biel, Switzerland, leaving seven injured including a baby who lost a toe in the terrifying feeding frenzy.
Category : Environment
Cliff-top home demolition ordered as erosion threatens collapse
A stunning coastal property in Thorpeness faces demolition as relentless North Sea erosion brings it perilously close to collapsing over the cliff edge, highlighting Britain's growing coastal crisis.
Following a 170-year-old map through London reveals hidden secrets
A modern-day explorer uncovers hidden secrets of Victorian London using a genuine 1850s map, revealing how the city's landscape has transformed while some mysteries remain eternal.
Palestine Action storms offices in UK-wide protests
Pro-Palestine demonstrators targeted two major UK cities in coordinated protests against companies allegedly supplying military equipment to Israel, leading to multiple arrests.
Ultimate Guide to Permanent Weed Elimination
Discover revolutionary methods to banish weeds from your garden permanently. Expert tips reveal how to destroy unwanted plants instantly and prevent their return for good.
Scottish-Grown Tea: UK's First Commercial Harvest in Perthshire
Discover how the Tay Valley's unique microclimate is producing Britain's first commercially grown tea, challenging traditional imports and creating a new Scottish agricultural industry.
Pakistani farmers sue German polluters over climate floods
In an unprecedented climate justice case, Pakistani farming communities are taking German corporations to court, seeking compensation for devastating flood losses linked to carbon emissions.
6 essential veggies to sow in June for continuous harvest
Gardening expert reveals the six essential vegetables to plant now for continuous crops through summer and into autumn. Discover how to keep your kitchen stocked with fresh produce.
Trump's COP30 boycott threatens global climate cooperation
As the world prepares for COP30 in Brazil, the Trump administration's planned boycott threatens to derail global climate cooperation and isolate America on the world stage.
Impossible Life Discovered Beneath Arctic Ice
Groundbreaking research uncovers mysterious marine organisms flourishing in complete darkness under Arctic sea ice, challenging everything we thought we knew about polar ecosystems.
France relocates islanders as climate crisis worsens
In an unprecedented climate crisis response, France begins permanent relocation of St Pierre and Miquelon residents as hurricanes and rising tides render the islands increasingly uninhabitable.
Beaver family thrives in Scottish Highlands conservation success
A family of beavers is flourishing in the Cairngorms National Park, marking a triumphant milestone for Scotland's wildlife reintroduction efforts and drawing delighted visitors to witness nature's recovery.
Cairngorms targets 500,000 visitors in conservation drive
The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland launches groundbreaking initiative to boost visitor numbers while enhancing conservation efforts in Scotland's spectacular Cairngorms National Park.
Rubber Plant Rescue: Fix Leaf Problems
Expert houseplant diagnosis reveals what your rubber plant's discoloured, drooping or spotted leaves are really trying to tell you - and how to save your struggling green companion.
Mummified cat found guarding King Harold's burial church
Archaeologists uncover perfectly preserved mummified cat deliberately sealed within ancient church walls, believed to be a medieval 'spirit guardian' protecting against evil forces at Harold II's final resting place.
Dolphins developing Alzheimer's from pollution
Groundbreaking Scottish research reveals dolphins are showing clear signs of Alzheimer's disease linked to toxic pollution in coastal waters, raising urgent environmental concerns.
Three Sisters Gardening: Ancient Method for Modern UK Gardens
Discover how the traditional 'Three Sisters' companion planting technique from Native American agriculture is boosting yields and improving soil health in British gardens.
Australia's environmental laws spark outrage over fossil fuel powers
Controversial reforms to Australia's EPBC Act grant unprecedented powers to fossil fuel projects and water resource management, drawing fierce criticism from environmental groups and scientists.
Climate pledges fall dangerously short of 1.5°C target
Shocking new analysis shows current climate commitments put the world on track for catastrophic 2.5-2.9°C warming, far exceeding the Paris Agreement's safe limits.
Embracing winter darkness as clocks change across Britain
As British Summer Time ends, a Country Diary reflects on the profound shift to winter's rhythm, where working days begin and end in darkness, transforming our relationship with nature and time.
Scottish Tea Mystery: 19th-Century Farming Secret
Discover the remarkable story of Tam O'Braan's forgotten tea plants in Scotland and the scientific quest to unlock their secrets for future farming challenges.
Climate change threatens sub-two-hour marathon barrier
Groundbreaking research reveals climate change may permanently prevent athletes from breaking the legendary two-hour marathon barrier as rising temperatures create impossible racing conditions.
Finding Common Ground in UK Climate Debate
As extreme weather events intensify across Britain, a new search begins for pragmatic climate solutions that transcend political divides and focus on practical action.
Surfboard drifts 2400km from Australia to New Zealand
A surfboard lost in Australian waters completes an astonishing 2,400km trans-Tasman journey, washing up on New Zealand shores nearly two years later in remarkable condition.
Australia's biodiversity crisis deepens despite laws
Australia's flagship environmental legislation is under fire as new analysis reveals alarming biodiversity decline despite conservation efforts. Experts warn urgent reform is needed to prevent irreversible ecological damage.
UN: Amazon Nearing Point of No Return to Savannah
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres issues urgent warning that the Amazon rainforest could irreversibly transform into savannah, threatening global climate stability.
Environment Agency: UK government failing on climate crisis
Environment Agency chair Alan Lovell delivers sobering testimony to Lords committee, revealing government inaction on climate adaptation and funding shortfalls threatening UK's environmental resilience.
EasyJet turns old uniforms into children's hospital blankets
EasyJet launches heartwarming sustainability initiative transforming 10,000 outdated staff uniforms into comforting blankets for poorly children in hospitals across the UK.
Prince of Wales backs climate penguin Rio's Prince
The Prince of Wales joins forces with global celebrities including Shawn Mendes to support Rio's Prince, the rescued penguin turned climate ambassador, in a groundbreaking environmental initiative at a British museum.
UK's Pumpkin Waste Crisis: Don't Bin It, Cook It!
Millions of edible pumpkins become Halloween casualties each year. Discover creative recipes and environmental solutions to transform this seasonal waste into culinary treasures.
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