Otter spotted in Bronx River for first time in 100 years
A river otter was photographed in the Bronx River in June, the first documented sighting since the early 1900s, signaling the waterway's ecological recovery from decades of pollution.
Category : Environment
Human remains found again at Lake Mead amid drought
Human remains have been discovered again at Lake Mead near Las Vegas, marking the latest grim finding as water levels in the crucial reservoir continue to decline due to drought and climate change.
Toxic algae warning: Stay out of Thames bathing site
The Environment Agency warns against swimming in London's first official bathing site at Kingston upon Thames due to toxic blue-green algae, urging people and pets to avoid the river stretch between Hampton and Kingston.
Toxic algae found at Thames' first official bathing spot
Potentially toxic blue-green algae has been discovered at the River Thames' first official bathing site near Teddington, prompting a warning for swimmers to stay out of the water.
South London park 'trashed' by 15,000 daily visitors
Friends of Burgess Park call for a review of Southwark Council's events policy after nearly 15,000 people a day left the 56-hectare green space barren and damaged, particularly in hot weather.
Met Office warns London could face heatwaves into mid-September
The Met Office says temperatures in London are likely to be above average in September, with a chance of late-season hot spells or heatwaves, especially in the south.
London Weather: 4 Days of Rain and Thunder Before Bank Holiday Sun
BBC Weather forecasts four days of potential rainfall from August 25 to 28, including thundery showers on Friday, but the Bank Holiday weekend from August 29 to 31 is expected to be sunny with temperatures around 23°C.
Living Off-Grid in Costa Rica: The Reality Behind the Dream
Daja Hansel-Coates moved to Costa Rica in 2022 to live off-grid. She faced daily challenges including broken equipment, tropical storms, and isolation, but found profound mental health benefits. She now lives on the land with her daughter in a proper hous
Sussex hotel with wood-fired saunas and lakeside wellness
Crafted at Powdermills in East Sussex offers lakeside wellness, organic dining, and wood-fired saunas, catering to the 'raw travel' trend as 81% of Brits seek slower, off-grid experiences.
ULEZ linked to improved lung growth in London children
A major study finds London's ULEZ improved children's lung growth, with FEV1 catching up to Luton's levels within five years.
Deptford waste fire: black smoke seen across London
A huge fire at a Deptford waste facility involving 50 tonnes of household waste has sent black smoke across London, with 15 fire engines and 100 firefighters at the scene.
Trump admin moves to scrap roadless rule for forests
The Trump administration announced plans to rescind the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule, potentially opening 45m acres of national forests to logging, drilling, and road construction.
Ulez linked to improved lung growth in children, study finds
A major study by Queen Mary University finds London's Ulez is linked to healthier lung growth in children, with lung size catching up to Luton's by 2022.
UK Drought Persists Despite Heavy Rain Forecast
Heavy rain forecast for the UK will not reverse widespread drought conditions, according to experts, as groundwater levels remain critically low despite recent downpours.
Cartoon Mocks Tice's Climate Views
A Guardian cartoon by Rebecca Hendin satirizes Richard Tice's climate remarks, highlighting political divide on climate crisis.
Belgian firefighters race to encircle largest wildfire in century
Belgian firefighters push to encircle the country's largest wildfire in a century, which has scorched 3,000 hectares in the High Fens nature reserve.
Baby hedgehog found covered in toxic glittery slime
A three-month-old hedgehog named Sparkle was rescued in Herne Bay, Kent, after being covered in toxic glittery slime from a discarded toy, with one eye glued shut.
Barbican Conservatory plants free to Londoners before renewal
Londoners can take home over 2,000 plant cuttings from the Barbican Conservatory as it closes for a £240m renovation, with events starting August 19.
Roxbourne Park Makeover: Playground and Path Upgrades
Harrow Council unveils £6m park improvement plans for Roxbourne Park, including playground relocation and footpath upgrades, and seeks resident feedback.
Rabbit Island's 500 bunnies at risk from wild boars
Okunoshima's 500 wild rabbits face new threat: wild boars eating their feed, carcasses, and live rabbits, study finds.
Hosepipe ban hits 1.4M as UK braces for rain and flooding
Wessex Water's hosepipe ban begins Tuesday for 1.4 million customers, as Met Office warns of possible flooding from heavy rain after drought.
AI and Satellites Transform Wildfire Detection
New FireSat satellites and AI cameras detect wildfires early, helping firefighters contain blazes before they spread, as seen in Spokane and California.
Australia Sues 3M for $2bn Over Pfas Foam
Australia files $2bn lawsuit against 3M, alleging it knew for decades that its firefighting foam containing Pfas was toxic and harmful to health and environment.
Bird flu in Australia: which native birds are most at risk?
The deadly H5 bird flu is spreading in Australia, threatening silver gulls, pelicans, black swans, and other native species. Experts warn of severe population impacts.
Sharks in Australia: Fear, Fascination, and Conservation
Despite more drownings than shark bites, sharks dominate Australian fears. Historical and recent incidents fuel cull calls, clashing with conservation efforts.
UK Water Industry Drought Amid Record Heat
Britain faces its worst drought in decades as record temperatures and low rainfall strain water supplies, prompting hosepipe bans and warnings of further restrictions.
Europe's farmers face 'unprecedented crisis' as drought devastates harvests
European farmers are in an 'unprecedented' crisis as drought and heatwaves slash harvests, with French maize down 35% and Italian losses over €3bn.
Stag shot dead in Richmond Park after injuring picnicker
A stag was shot dead in Richmond Park after injuring a man in his 60s during a picnic; the man's injuries were not life-threatening, and the deer was deemed a danger.
Stag put down after Richmond Park attack; visitors warned
A stag that attacked a picnic group in Richmond Park has been put down. Royal Parks issues third warning this summer against feeding deer, urging visitors to stay 50 metres away.
Field mouse miraculously survives wildfire thanks to firefighters
A long-tailed field mouse was rescued by firefighters from a wildfire in Kings Sutton, Northamptonshire, after being spotted darting through smouldering hedgerows, and was released to rejoin its family.
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