Sewage Won't Affect Beaver Rewilding in South Norwood Park
Croydon Council says sewage misconnections polluting Chaffinch Brook won't impact beaver introduction at South Norwood Country Park, despite ongoing contamination and political criticism.
Category : Environment
Red Flood Warning in Devon as Storm Chandra Hits UK
A severe red flood warning, indicating danger to life, has been issued for Ottery St Mary in Devon as Storm Chandra brings heavy rain and winds across the UK, with nearly 100 flood warnings in England.
Fukushima's Frozen Classrooms 15 Years After Disaster
A primary school near Fukushima remains exactly as children left it when evacuated 15 years ago, while nature reclaims the area and authorities debate human return.
Devon's First High-Density Hydro System Generates Power
A groundbreaking hillside battery in Devon uses innovative high-density fluid technology to store renewable energy on gentle slopes, expanding hydropower's potential across the UK and globally.
Victoria Heat Record Threatened by Soaring Temperatures
Melbourne faces its hottest day since 2009's Black Saturday, with temperatures hitting 48C in Ouyen, prompting health warnings and fire bans across Victoria.
Birds as Comforting Visitors in Times of Grief
A personal reflection on how encounters with a starling and a robin provided solace and meaning following the loss of a beloved sister in North Yorkshire.
UN Declares Global Water Bankruptcy Era Has Begun
A new UN report declares the world has entered an era of 'global water bankruptcy' with many human water systems beyond restoration. Experts discuss Iran's crisis and global solutions.
Victoria Faces 49C Heatwave and Extreme Fire Danger
Victoria and South Australia are under extreme fire danger warnings as temperatures are forecast to hit 49C in Ouyen, potentially breaking the state's all-time heat record set during Black Saturday.
Record Heat and Bushfire Warnings in Victoria and SA
Extreme heatwave conditions threaten to break temperature records in Victoria and South Australia, with bushfires prompting evacuations near Carlisle River.
Bunnings ACCC Probe Over Illegal Timber and Greenwashing
The Wilderness Society has called for an ACCC investigation into Bunnings, alleging it sells unlawfully logged timber despite promoting responsible sourcing policies.
Extreme Heat to Double by 2050, Study Warns
New research reveals the number of people living with extreme heat will more than double by 2050 if global heating reaches 2°C, affecting 41% of the world's population.
UK Supermarkets Push for Amazon Soy Safeguards After Brazil Ban Ends
Major UK supermarkets including Tesco and Sainsbury's are urging global soy traders to maintain deforestation safeguards after Brazil abandoned the landmark Amazon soy moratorium.
Toronto Digs Out After Historic Snowfall Record
Toronto faces a multi-day cleanup after the largest snowfall in its history, with nearly 60cm in some areas, over 500 flights cancelled, and widespread disruption.
UK Delays Biodiversity Action Despite Security Warnings
Experts and MPs condemn the UK government's delayed response to biodiversity loss and ecosystem collapse, warning it threatens national security and global stability.
US Winter Storm: 15 Dead, 800,000 Without Power
A major winter storm sweeping across the US has resulted in at least 15 fatalities and left over 800,000 without electricity, with thousands of flights cancelled and widespread disruption reported from Texas to Maine.
Dingo Cull Could Trigger 'Extinction Vortex' on K'gari
Experts warn that killing 10 dingoes after a tourist's death on K'gari could push the isolated population toward extinction while failing to address human safety concerns.
Southern Africa Floods: Crocodile Warnings Amid Devastation
Catastrophic flooding across southern Africa has claimed over 100 lives, displaced hundreds of thousands, and unleashed crocodile threats, cholera risks, and severe food insecurity.
Severe Winter Storms and Deep Freeze Hit US
A succession of powerful winter weather systems brings heavy snow, freezing rain, and extreme cold to 26 US states, causing travel disruption, power outages, and fatalities.
Storm Chandra Brings Flooding and Snow to UK
The Met Office warns Storm Chandra will bring torrential rain and high winds to south-west England, with flooding likely. Amber warnings issued as search continues for missing kayaker in Devon.
Storm Chandra Hits UK with 80mph Winds and Flood Warnings
The Met Office has named Storm Chandra, issuing amber and yellow weather warnings across the UK. London faces a yellow rain warning, with risks of flooding and travel disruption.
Walk of Water Photography Contest: Humanity's Water Bond
The global Walk of Water photography contest showcases stunning images from Bolivia to Greenland, highlighting how water shapes human life, traditions, and survival amid climate change.
Yellow Rain Warning for South London
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for heavy rain across South London, with potential transport disruption and flooding expected on Tuesday.
Rare Birds and Beavers Return to London After 600 Years
A rewilding project in Dagenham's Eastbrookend Country Park will reintroduce white storks and beavers to London, approved by council leaders to boost biodiversity.
US Winter Storms: Snow, Ice and Freeze Hit 26 States
Severe winter weather blankets the US with heavy snow, freezing rain and extreme cold across 26 states, causing travel chaos and power outages. Meanwhile, Storm Joseph threatens Portugal with torrential rainfall.
US Snow Storms Kill Multiple and Disrupt Millions
Major snow storms across the US have left several dead, millions without power, and caused widespread travel chaos with thousands of flights cancelled.
Otways Fire Threatens 1,000 Homes in Victoria Heatwave
Residents in Victoria's Otways region are urged to evacuate as a massive bushfire, already burning 9,400 hectares, threatens to spread east towards Lorne amid extreme heatwave conditions forecast for Tuesday.
Norfolk Broads: Fenland Journey Through Storm and Serenity
A vivid exploration of the Norfolk Broads' wild landscape, from storm-lashed windpumps to serene reed beds, capturing its unique ecology and historical character.
Winter's White Wonders in Norfolk Countryside
A Norfolk country diary observes the brilliant white of little egrets and emerging snowdrops against the drab winter landscape, reflecting on nature's resilience and cleanliness.
Spider Monkeys Share Food Tips Through Social Swapping
Research reveals Geoffroy's spider monkeys switch social groups to share information about fruit tree locations and ripening times, demonstrating collective intelligence.
Tasmanian Salmon Mass Deaths Hit 4 Million in 2025
Government data reveals over 4 million salmon died prematurely at Tasmanian farms in 2025, with warming ocean temperatures blamed. Calls grow for fines under animal welfare laws.
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