World's Richest 1% Use 2026 Carbon Budget in 10 Days
Oxfam analysis shows the wealthiest 0.1% blew their annual carbon allowance in three days. The charity urges UK tax hikes on extreme wealth and polluting industries to fund a greener future.
Category : Environment
UK Snow and Ice Warnings After Storm Goretti
The Met Office issues fresh yellow warnings for snow and ice across the UK this weekend, following Storm Goretti which left tens of thousands without power. Check your local forecast.
UK Snow and Ice Warnings Issued for Weekend
The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for snow and ice across much of the UK this weekend. Find out the latest forecast and travel advice here.
Giant Bear Removed from Under California House
A 550lb black bear living under a home in Altadena for over a month has been removed using paintball guns. The homeowner details the struggle and damage left behind. Read the full story.
Australia Heatwave: Victoria Declares State of Disaster
A severe heatwave engulfs Australia, with Victoria declaring a state of disaster amid a bushfire crisis. Sydney braces for 40°C+ temperatures. Follow live updates.
UK Weekend Weather: Snow and Ice Warnings Issued
The Met Office has issued yellow weather alerts for snow and ice across much of the UK this weekend. Find out the latest forecasts and travel disruption updates.
California Drought-Free After Quarter Century
California is officially drought-free for the first time since 2000, thanks to wet winters and recent storms. Explore the impacts and what it means for the future.
Rubber snakes deter invasive parakeets from London bird tables
A London resident found a clever, non-lethal solution to stop ring-necked parakeets raiding his feeders. Discover the debate on this invasive species and a historical recipe suggestion.
Cheap Bird Feeding Tips for Big Garden Birdwatch 2026
Get ready for the RSPB's Big Garden Birdwatch 2026 with our cost-effective guide to feeding garden birds. Learn about the best foods, feeder hygiene, and how to take part in the vital citizen science project from 23-25 January.
Storm Goretti Hits Europe: Heavy Snow and 210kph Winds
Storm Goretti causes major disruption across northern Europe with record winds and heavy snowfall. Hundreds of thousands lose power, travel is halted, and schools close. Read the latest updates.
How to Restore Old Sandals and Avoid Landfill
Discover expert tips to clean, repair, and extend the life of your worn-out leather and PVC sandals. Learn how simple care can reduce waste and save your favourite summer footwear.
Volunteer firefighter loses home, returns to fight Victorian blazes
As temperatures hit 46C, a CFA volunteer's home was destroyed in the Longwood fire. Exhausted and blistered, he returned to the truck to help others. Read the full story of resilience.
UK Garden Plant Diversity in Crisis as Sales Plummet
Plant Heritage reveals more than 50% of cultivated plants are no longer reliably for sale in the UK. Discover how gardeners can help safeguard botanical diversity.
Chelsea Flower Show 2026: Your Complete Guide
Your essential guide to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026. Discover key dates, how to get tickets, and the spectacular exhibits set for London's premier gardening event.
Three missing in Australian bushfires, house destroyed
A man, woman and child are missing after bushfires in Victoria, Australia. Firefighters had warned them it was too late to evacuate before the house was destroyed. Follow the latest updates.
Grow Flavourful Microgreens Indoors This Winter
Discover how to grow nutritious microgreens indoors during the UK winter. Our easy guide covers the best plants, simple steps, and tips for a fresh, homegrown harvest all year round.
Experts warn against banning geoengineering research
Leading climate advocates argue that refusing to explore all options, including geoengineering research, is a catastrophic mistake. A call for honest risk management in the face of accelerating climate change.
Kosovo floods trap families, cut water and power supplies
Emergency services rescue people from homes in Kosovo after intense rainfall causes severe flooding and landslides. Read the latest on the crisis and wider European storm impacts.
UK Storm Goretti: 100mph Winds and 30cm Snow Hit
Storm Goretti has intensified into a severe 'weather bomb', disrupting UK travel with 100mph winds and 30cm of snow. Six weather warnings are in place. Share your experience.
London faces nearly two weeks of rain, temperatures to rise
London braces for rain almost every day until Jan 22, but milder air is coming. Storm Goretti brings snow warnings elsewhere. Get the full forecast and details.
Free wild swimming park proposed for East London
A 14-acre Thames Water depot in Waltham Forest could become a free, biodiverse park with wild swimming ponds and a sandy beach, pending Hackney Council approval. The community-led project promises a nature-first haven for locals.
Wildlife Roundup: Gorilla Twins, Bats & a Psychedelic Spider
This week's global wildlife highlights include rare mountain gorilla twins in Congo, a rescued UK bat named Benedict Cumberbat, and a stunning Indian rainbow tarantula. Explore the captivating images and stories.
Record ocean heat intensifies global climate disasters
New data reveals the world's oceans absorbed record heat in 2025, intensifying hurricanes, floods, and marine heatwaves. Scientists call for urgent emission cuts to safeguard our future.
Storm Goretti Causes Widespread Power Cuts and Travel Chaos
Storm Goretti batters the UK with 99mph winds and heavy snow, leaving tens of thousands without power and causing major travel disruption. Latest updates on school closures and warnings.
Victoria Bushfire Survivor Counts Blessings After Blaze
Ken Norris watched his Victorian property burn but feels fortunate. As catastrophic fire warnings issued, his story highlights community spirit amid the devastation.
UK falcon thefts fuel illegal Middle East trade
An investigation reveals hundreds of UK peregrine falcon nests are being raided to supply a lucrative illegal trade to the Middle East, threatening protected species. Read the full story.
Hampstead Heath plans padel court and new ponds
The City of London Corporation's draft five-year plan for Hampstead Heath includes up to 11 new ponds, a padel court feasibility study, and over 70 actions to boost ecology and visitor experience. Read the full details.
Deadly Landfill Collapse in Philippines Buries Village
A deadly landfill collapse in the Philippines has killed one and left 38 missing under an avalanche of waste. Rescue efforts continue amid toxic air and hazardous conditions.
Mermaid's Purses Concentrate on North Sands, Salcombe
A father and daughter discover a remarkable concentration of ray egg cases, known as mermaid's purses, on a Devon beach. Their find contributes vital data to shark and ray conservation efforts.
Victoria Bushfires: Three Missing, Properties Feared Lost
Catastrophic heatwave conditions fuel dangerous bushfires in central Victoria, with three people unaccounted for and fears of widespread property damage. Read the latest updates.
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