Why Build on Flood-Prone Land?
Explore the reasons behind continued construction on flood-risk land, including economic pressures and planning policies, and the consequences for communities.
Category : Environment
King Penguin Colony Discovered in Chile
Scientists discover a continental king penguin colony in Useless Bay, Chile, challenging previous beliefs about their breeding range.
Seafood Firm Abuse Claims Over Fish Farming
A major seafood company is under scrutiny after allegations of worker abuse and animal cruelty emerged from its fish farming facilities.
Camden Highline Cancelled After £2m Spent
The ambitious Camden Highline project, a planned park on a railway viaduct between Camden Town and King's Cross, has been cancelled after spending over £2m, sparking calls for Lord Pitkeathley's resignation.
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Magnus the Walrus Returns to Norway After Scottish Tour
Magnus the walrus, who delighted crowds in Scotland, has swum 400 miles across the North Sea back to Norway, ending his Celtic sojourn.
New Orleans Deserves Investment, Not Abandonment
Michael Hecht responds to a study calling for New Orleans relocation due to sea level rise, arguing the city is essential and deserves investment.
Scientists Fortify Apple Rootstocks Against Climate Crisis
Researchers work to develop resilient apple rootstocks as extreme weather threatens orchards. The Geneva Apple Rootstock Breeding Program seeks drought and cold tolerance.
Choughs Return to Tintagel Castle, Linked to King Arthur
Choughs, Cornwall's national bird linked to King Arthur, have returned to Tintagel Castle after decades. English Heritage celebrates this rare meeting of nature and myth.
Turtle Dove's Purr at Maxey Cut After Treacherous Flight
At Maxey Cut, a turtle dove's purr signals hope for critically endangered species. This flood-relief channel also hosts sea trout, eels, and diverse birds.
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Clacton-on-Sea Is England's Worst 'Tree Desert', Study Finds
A new report reveals that Nigel Farage's Clacton-on-Sea constituency has the worst tree equity in England, with 98.2% of residents lacking access to trees, impacting health.
UK Bans New North Sea Oil and Gas Licences
The UK government will outlaw new North Sea oil and gas licences, enshrining a pre-election pledge into law despite criticism over lost revenue and energy security.
Hampstead Heath ponds stay trans-inclusive with privacy upgrades
Hampstead Heath ponds will remain trans-inclusive spaces, with £1.08M upgrades for women's privacy, approved by City of London committee.
Asia's Cooking Gas Crisis: Families Return to Firewood
The Iran crisis has sent cooking gas prices soaring across Asia, forcing families to use firewood and coal, raising health and environmental concerns.
Missing Breakfast for a Copperback Quail-Thrush in Australia
A copperback quail-thrush sighting in the Mallee forest near Lake Gilles, Australia, where the author delayed breakfast to observe this endemic bird.
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Attenborough: Radical Behind the Cuddly Image
David Attenborough, celebrated for his 100th birthday, is often seen as a national treasure. But his radical critiques of capitalism and climate inaction are often overlooked.
Microplastic Filter Traps 97% of Washing Machine Fibres
Adam Root's Matter Industries filter captures 97% of microfibres from laundry. But experts warn upstream textile redesign is also crucial to tackle plastic pollution.
Passenger Dead, 2,000 Quarantined on Cruise Ship in France
A 90-year-old British passenger died and 50 others fell ill on a cruise ship in Bordeaux. Nearly 2,000 people are quarantined due to a suspected norovirus outbreak.
Can Green Bridges Help Animals Cross UK Motorways?
Cockrow Bridge in Surrey opens soon to connect fragmented habitats, allowing wildlife like lizards and adders to cross the A3 safely and boost biodiversity.
Global Sand Crisis: Extraction Outpaces Replenishment
Sand is being extracted at 50 billion tonnes yearly, faster than it can be replaced, threatening ecosystems, livelihoods, and climate resilience, warns a UN report.
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Kenyan Rugby Star Kevin Wekesa Champions Climate Justice
Kenyan rugby sevens star Kevin Wekesa, founder of Play Green, wins IOC Climate Action Award for grassroots work tackling sport's carbon footprint and climate injustices.
Everglades Wildfire Rages Across 11,000 Acres in Florida
A massive wildfire in Florida's Everglades has scorched 11,000 acres, creating hazardous smoke and reduced visibility. Emergency crews battle the blaze amid dry conditions.
Mating Flies Swarm Scottish Beach After Beetle Invasion
Millions of black flies have descended on Caithness, Scotland, in a massive mating swarm, just weeks after a heather beetle invasion. Experts link the surge to mild winter and spring conditions.
Greenwich Park Grand Ascent Fenced Off, Locals Unhappy
Royal Parks fenced off the iconic Grand Ascent in Greenwich Park to protect eroded grass, sparking mixed reactions from locals who call it 'ugly' and miss the view.
Brittany Family Wins Landmark Seaweed Death Case
After a decade-long battle, the Auffray family proved that toxic green algae killed Jean-René in 2016. The French state was found guilty of failing to keep waters clean.
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No Mow May Boosts Biodiversity in Liverpool
A survey of a Liverpool roadside verge reveals 21 plant species, including cuckoo flower and yarrow, thanks to reduced mowing. Not all residents approve.
Calbee Uses Monochrome Packaging Due to Iran War
Japan's Calbee switches to black-and-white packaging for 14 products due to naphtha shortages from the Iran war, affecting ink supply. Government assures adequate supplies.
Inside the Hantavirus Cruise Ship: Breakdowns and Football
Passengers on the MV Hondius, stranded with hantavirus, stayed calm watching football, reading, and waiting for authorities. The ship docked in Tenerife amid global concern.
MyLondon's 'Wasted' Campaign Targets London Environment
MyLondon launches 'Wasted' project to probe London's environmental threats, from sewage leaks to data centres, holding councils accountable for climate commitments.
Kew Gardens Tops UK Spring Garden List with 50,000 Plants
Royal Botanic Kew Gardens in London has been named the UK's best spring garden, featuring 50,000 plants, Victorian glasshouses, and a life-size badger sett for children.
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Euphrates River Drying Up Sparks Biblical End Times Fears
The Euphrates River is shrinking fast due to climate change and water demand, with scientists warning it could dry up by 2040, fueling biblical prophecy concerns from the Book of Revelation.
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