New 2025 species: zombie fungus, blood orchid, UK snowdrop
Scientists name 125 new plants and fungi, including a spider-eating zombie fungus and a fly-arousing orchid. Discover why naming new species is a race against extinction.
Category : Environment
Catastrophic Fire Danger Looms for Victoria on Friday
Firefighters prepare for catastrophic bushfire conditions in Victoria amid Australia's worst heatwave since Black Summer. Extreme temperatures and damaging winds create 'most dangerous day'.
Australia's Extreme Heat: A Warning for UK Climate Plans
As Australia faces unprecedented heatwaves, its survival strategies offer crucial lessons for UK climate adaptation. Discover what Britain must learn to stay cool in a warming world.
Small Farms Get Priority for Nature Funding
Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds announces smaller farms will get first access to the Sustainable Farming Incentive in June. Learn about the new application window and the scheme's limited budget.
Indian activists arrested in fossil fuel treaty probe
Indian police raid home of environmental campaigners Harjeet Singh and Jyoti Aswati, alleging foreign funds were used to undermine national energy security. Read the full story.
Rare Giant Phantom Jellyfish Caught on Camera
Deep-sea explorers capture eerie footage of a rare 10-metre giant phantom jellyfish. Discover the secrets of this elusive deep-sea predator, seen only 100 times since 1899.
India arrests climate activists in 'national interest' probe
Indian authorities arrest environmental campaigners Harjeet Singh and Jyoti Aswati, alleging foreign funds for a fossil fuel treaty campaign undermine national interest. Read the full investigation details.
Hampstead Heath Mixed Pond could open all year
The City of London Corporation is reviewing the seasonal schedule of Hampstead Heath's Mixed Pond, with a view to potentially opening it year-round due to soaring demand for open water swimming.
Veolia sorry as workers bin homeless woman's possessions
A waste firm has apologised after its staff were filmed disposing of a rough sleeper's belongings in Dover. The council has launched an investigation. Read the full story.
Activists fight to save Kinshasa's last city centre baobab tree
The final baobab tree in central Kinshasa faces being felled for development. Activists rally to protect this ancient symbol of climate resilience and cultural heritage in the DRC's capital.
LA Wildfire Survivors: One Year After the 2025 Inferno
A year after catastrophic wildfires tore through Los Angeles, three survivors share their harrowing escape, the struggle to rebuild, and the haunting memories that remain. Discover their journey.
Storm Goretti hits Europe, disrupting travel with heavy snow
Storm Goretti sweeps across Western Europe, causing major travel disruption with cancelled flights and blocked roads. Landmarks like the Eiffel Tower are covered in snow. Read the latest updates.
Met Office: Cold Winter Doesn't Guarantee a Hot Summer
The Met Office dispels the myth linking a freezing winter to a summer heatwave. While warmer trends continue, upcoming weeks bring rain, wind, and potential snow. Get the full UK forecast.
Tech and 'Artificial Glaciers' to Fight Sea Level Rise
Facing rapid sea level rise, scientists are pioneering radical tech like 'artificial glaciers' and heat pumps to stabilise collapsing ice sheets. Discover the urgent fight to save our coastlines.
LA Wildfires: One Year On, Rebuilding Remains Slow
A year after catastrophic wildfires decimated Los Angeles neighbourhoods, rebuilding efforts crawl as residents face financial hurdles and fears of future disasters. Can the city become resilient?
Toxic Homes Haunt LA Wildfire Survivors a Year Later
One year after the devastating Eaton fire, residents of Altadena, California, are returning to homes contaminated with lead and asbestos, battling insurance companies and a lack of official guidance.
Met Office: More Snow and Sleet Could Hit London
The Met Office warns of further sleet and snow for London from Thursday, following Tuesday's snowfall. Yellow ice warning in place. Get the full forecast.
Storm Goretti: UK Braces for Heavy Snow and Gales
The UK's first named storm of 2026, Storm Goretti, is set to hit with heavy snow and severe gales. Met Office warnings are in place as temperatures plunge to -12.5C. Check the latest forecasts.
Brockwell Park festival plan splits Lambeth opinion
A planning application for summer festivals in Brockwell Park has received over 300 public comments. Locals are divided over noise, access, and the park's future. Read the full debate.
Arctic Rain Icing Over Reindeer Food, Cutting Birthrates
Warmer Arctic winters bring more rain, which freezes into ice layers and blocks reindeer from their food. Research links this to falling herd birthrates. Discover the challenge for Arctic wildlife.
Kinshasa's last baobab tree faces destruction
Activists in Kinshasa rally to save the city's last central baobab, a century-old symbol of history, from developers. Can this 'soul of the city' be preserved?
Australia's Black Summer Heatwave Returns with Extreme Fire Danger
A severe heatwave, the most significant since the 2019-20 Black Summer, is scorching south-east Australia with temperatures over 40C. Authorities warn of 'extreme' fire danger as a blaze burns out of control in Victoria's north-east.
Free wild swimming spot with beach planned for Hackney
Plans for a free, naturally filtered wild swimming spot with a sandy beach in East London's Hackney could accommodate up to 1,200 swimmers daily. See the ambitious vision.
Victoria's biggest heatwave since 2019 triggers fire bans
Victoria faces its most severe heatwave since 2019, with total fire bans declared in three districts. Officials warn residents to prepare for extreme heat conditions. Stay informed and follow safety advice.
Australia heatwave hits 46C as firefighters warn of extreme danger
A severe heatwave sweeps South Australia and Victoria, with temperatures hitting 46C. Firefighters warn landscapes are 'ready to burn' amid extreme fire danger ratings. Stay informed and check on vulnerable neighbours.
Why Community Ties Are Vital for Bushfire Survival
After the Black Summer fires, Cobargo learned true resilience comes from social bonds built before disaster strikes. Discover how community infrastructure is as crucial as emergency kits.
Australia Braces for Worst Heatwave Since Black Summer
Southern and eastern Australia face an extreme heatwave, while economists await key inflation data. A snorkeller's remains are found on a WA beach. Follow our live blog for updates.
UK's Big Freeze to Thaw After Storm Goretti Hits
The UK's coldest snap of winter, with lows of -12.5°C, will start to ease from the weekend after Storm Goretti brings blizzards. Get the latest weather warnings and cold weather payment details.
Chelsea Flower Show 2026 tickets now available
Tickets for the 2026 RHS Chelsea Flower Show are officially on sale. Discover key dates, ticket prices, and what to expect at London's premier floral event in May 2026.
Foreseen water failure left 24,000 homes without supply
A water treatment failure that left 24,000 Kent homes without drinking water for two weeks was foreseen and preventable, the regulator has revealed. Discover the full story of the South East Water crisis.
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