US warm spell ends as Arctic air brings freezing temperatures
A dramatic US weather shift sees spring-like warmth replaced by polar air and snow risk. Meanwhile, Japan battles deadly snow and New Zealand faces severe summer storms.
Category : Environment
Ancient Lime Tree and Crown Shyness in Old Sulehay Forest
Stand beneath a 500-year-old small-leaved lime in Old Sulehay Forest, where crown shyness creates a silent canopy. Discover the ancient craft of coppicing and signs of a climate-driven comeback for this rare British giant.
2025's Extreme Weather Pushes UK Nature to Its Limits
The National Trust's annual audit reveals how heat, drought, and wildfires have severely damaged UK habitats and wildlife in 2025, with experts warning these are alarm signals we cannot ignore.
Birmingham bin strike: A year of maggots, rats and despair
Nearly a year into Birmingham's bin strike, residents face fly-tipping, vermin and environmental collapse. We investigate the human and ecological toll of the ongoing industrial action.
UK Records Over 300 Earthquakes in 2023
A new report from the British Geological Survey details more than 300 seismic events across Great Britain this year, with Perthshire experiencing the strongest tremors. Discover the UK's most active regions.
Australia's Triple Weather Threat: Floods, Fires, Cyclone
Australia battles a severe weather trifecta: major floods in Queensland, extreme fire danger in South Australia, and Tropical Cyclone Hayley tracking towards WA. Stay informed on the latest warnings.
Deadly Flooding in Spain: One Dead, 90-Year-Olds Rescued
Severe flooding hits Spain's east coast, leaving one dead and forcing dramatic rescues. Emergency services use dinghies to save vulnerable residents, including a 90-year-old couple. Read the latest updates.
Storm Johannes kills three, cuts power across Scandinavia
At least three dead as Storm Johannes batters Scandinavia, leaving 140,000 without power and causing travel chaos. Follow our live updates for the latest.
Powerful US winter storm brings blizzards and record cold
A major winter storm sweeps across the US, bringing blizzards to the Midwest and a dramatic 'Blue Norther' cold front to the South, ending days of record-breaking warmth. Read the latest forecasts.
Jules Verne Crater Proposed as Moon's Spacecraft Graveyard
A UK reader proposes using the Jules Verne crater on the moon's far side as a designated graveyard for defunct spacecraft, mirroring Earth's Point Nemo. Read the latest letters.
Gina Rinehart's Ayn Rand-Inspired Coal Mine Plan
How a teenage reading of Ayn Rand's Atlas Shrugged shaped Gina Rinehart's worldview and drives her controversial bid to build a coal mine in Canada's Rocky Mountains. Explore the clash with environmentalists.
French Island: Victoria's remote off-grid community
Just 70km from Melbourne, French Island is home to 139 residents living entirely off-grid. Discover the challenges and charms of this isolated wildlife sanctuary, accessible only by ferry.
Brazil's Caatinga shifts to arid zone, desert threat grows
A 5,700 sq km area in Brazil's north-east is now classified as arid, the country's first. Climate change is accelerating desertification, devastating goat herders' livelihoods. Read the full report.
London's January 2026 forecast: Sub-zero temperatures expected
London is set for a chilly start to 2026 with overnight temperatures forecast to dip below freezing in early January. Get the full BBC and Met Office outlook and 10-day forecast.
Queensland flood warnings as 500mm rain forecast
North Queensland faces days of torrential rain with up to 500mm forecast, triggering severe flood warnings and livestock threats. Stay informed with the latest BoM alerts.
Southern California cleans up after historic Christmas storms
Southern California faces a massive clean-up after its wettest Christmas in history, causing hundreds of crashes and mudslides. Read the latest on the emergency response and ongoing flood risks.
Bird Song App Merlin's UK Popularity Takes Flight
The Merlin Bird ID app, using AI to identify birdsong, has seen an 88% surge in UK users. Discover how it's connecting people to nature and boosting mental wellbeing.
NYC State of Emergency: Historic Snowstorm Hits
New York and New Jersey brace for their heaviest snowfall in years, with states of emergency declared, major travel disruption, and officials urging residents to stay off roads.
New York declares emergency as major snowstorm hits
New York and New Jersey are under a state of emergency as a severe winter storm brings heavy snowfall, causing widespread travel chaos and airport disruptions. Stay informed.
Turn Your Christmas Tree into DIY Cleaning Spray
A viral cleaning hack shows how to transform leftover pine needles into a powerful, antibacterial disinfectant spray using just white vinegar. Discover the simple recipe.
Belfast initiative confronts racism and builds community
A unique Belfast project connects people across divides to share stories and fund tolerance. Discover how community action is confronting racism and division in Northern Ireland.
Gibson's Home Burns During Climate Denial Podcast
As wildfires destroyed his LA home, Mel Gibson joined Joe Rogan to dismiss climate science. This 2025 interview exposed dangerous misinformation and stark inequality. Read the full analysis.
186 French Ski Resorts Closed as Snow Disappears
The abandoned Céüze 2000 resort in France's Hautes-Alpes is a stark symbol of a wider crisis. As global heating pushes snow lines higher, hundreds of European ski stations face closure, sparking a debate: dismantle or let nature reclaim the Alps?
Kids' Science Quiz: Why Mars is Red & Hedgehog Spikes
A fun science quiz tackles children's burning questions, from the red hue of Mars to whether hedgehog spines fall out. Discover the fascinating answers that satisfy young curiosity.
WA Fire Downgraded, Queensland Braces for Monsoonal Floods
The Boddington bushfire threat eases but residents cannot return home, while Queensland and the NT face severe flooding from monsoonal rain. Get the latest updates.
2025's Costliest Climate Disasters: $120bn in Insured Losses
Christian Aid's report reveals 2025's top 10 climate disasters caused over $120bn in insured losses. From SE Asia cyclones to California fires, the human and financial toll is mounting. Urgent action on fossil fuels is needed.
Citizen Scientists Sought to Monitor NSW Turtle Nests
Beachgoers from Tweed to Batemans Bay are urged to become citizen scientists and report turtle nests to protect endangered loggerhead and vulnerable green turtles this breeding season.
Seal Sanctuary Ranks Its Residents for Christmas
The Cornish Seal Sanctuary in Gweek has released its festive ranking of resident seals from nicest to naughtiest. Discover which seal was crowned the 'goodest egg' and who earned the title 'Queen of Chaos'.
5 Ways to Recycle Your Holiday Waste in the UK
From treecycling to creative reuse, discover practical, Earth-friendly solutions for your post-Christmas waste. Learn how to declutter responsibly and start your new year sustainably.
Eight-week-old lion cub groomed in Russian salon sparks police probe
Russian authorities are investigating after an eight-week-old lion cub was filmed having its claws trimmed at a grooming salon in Saint Petersburg on Christmas Day, raising serious animal welfare concerns.
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