Khan: Heathrow expansion may wipe out air quality progress
Sadiq Khan and TfL warn Heathrow's third runway relies on outdated 2015 data, could add 22 million car trips yearly, and undermine air quality gains.
Category : Environment
Rhinos smash cars at safari park, families feared death
Two families feared they would die after rhinos smashed their cars at West Midlands Safari Park, causing £12,000 damage. The park offered free tickets as compensation, which victims called 'an insult'.
Solar Flares Could Ground Flights to Shield Passengers
Researchers warn that solar flares could force flight rerouting or grounding to protect passengers from radiation, citing a 2025 JetBlue incident and Airbus grounding.
Cooler, wetter weather to follow UK's fifth heatwave
Britain will see cooler, wetter conditions after its fifth heatwave, with rain and thunderstorms expected in southern England this week.
Emergency alert while driving could cause accidents, readers warn
Readers criticize government's wildfire alert, saying loud phone warnings while driving pose risks and question the severity of a disposable barbecue ban.
Hope grows as military joins Blaenavon wildfire battle
After three weeks, the Blaenavon wildfire shows signs of slowing as military and emergency crews work to contain the 4,000-hectare blaze, with 36 fires still burning nationwide.
Influencers Risk Lives for Shark Content as Bites Rise
Influencers are increasingly swimming with sharks for content, leading to a rise in bites. At least three creators have been bitten in under a year, prompting expert warnings.
Next UK Solar Eclipses: Dates and Visibility
The next UK solar eclipse is a partial eclipse on March 29, 2025, visible across the country, with the next total eclipse not until 2090.
Will Consumerism Fill Up the Planet? Readers Debate
As consumer capitalism grows, readers question if Earth will run out of space for all the stuff we create, exploring the physical limits of our planet.
Jackie the bald eagle's legacy soars after death draws global mourning
Jackie, the world-famous bald eagle of Big Bear Lake, died Monday, prompting global mourning and highlighting her role in wildlife conservation and live-streaming community.
Wildfires Hit Salamis and Belgian High Fens
Wildfires on Salamis and in Belgium's High Fens forced evacuations and burned hundreds of hectares, with helicopters deployed to fight the blazes.
Tropical Storm Lala lashes Hawaii after downgrade
Hurricane Lala weakened to a tropical storm on Sunday after skirting Hawaii's Big Island, leaving one dead and over 130,000 households without power, with heavy rain and mudslide threats continuing.
Disposable Barbecue Ban Proposed by Jennings, Burnham
Nicola Jennings and Andy Burnham have proposed a ban on disposable barbecues to reduce environmental damage and fire risks, according to a new campaign.
Fire near Tesco in Saddleworth forces evacuation of 40 homes
A large fire near a Tesco superstore in Saddleworth, Oldham, has led to the evacuation of over 40 homes, with residents advised to avoid the area due to toxic fumes.
Met Office warns sixth heatwave could hit UK next month
The Met Office warns a sixth heatwave could hit the UK next month, with temperatures sizzling again despite autumn, as the nation continues to battle wildfires and drought.
Reform UK Blames Mass Immigration for Hosepipe Ban
Reform UK claims mass immigration caused hosepipe bans affecting millions in England and Wales, urging scrapped water targets and new reservoirs.
London Forecast: Six Days of Rain End Driest Summer
London will see six days of rain by Aug 29, ending its driest summer in centuries, after temperatures hit 38.1C in Kew Gardens.
Six Days of Rain Forecast for London as Heatwave Ends
London is set for six days of rain by August 29, ending its driest summer in centuries, with temperatures dropping from 38.1C to 20C.
Six Days of Rain Forecast for London After Driest Summer
London is set for six days of rain before August ends, ending its driest summer in centuries, with temperatures dropping from 38.1C to 20C.
Denmark Hill Station: London's Secret Vineyard Produces Wine
Denmark Hill Station in South London hosts a secret vineyard, Château Denmark Hill, with 25 Bacchus vines tended by Nick Mair and Tony Coleman, yielding wine for personal use.
UK 'Severe Alert' Sparks Backlash Over Wildfire Warning
The UK's 'severe alert' on wildfires sparked backlash, with critics calling it 'overreach' and urging more climate action as record fires hit England and Wales.
London floods warning after record summer, expert says
London faces autumn flood risk after record summer; weather expert Jim Dale warns of heavy rain due to natural balancing and latent energy, PM Burnham echoes concerns.
Prince William Thanks Firefighters Amid UK Wildfires
Prince William thanked emergency services for battling UK wildfires, expressing condolences for those who lost homes, as 19 homes were destroyed in Stourbridge.
Khan Warns Burnham: Don't Slow Down on Net Zero
London Mayor Sadiq Khan urges PM Andy Burnham to reassure on net zero, citing heatwaves and wildfires, amid concerns over oil and gas policies and EV target consultations.
London Forecast: Four Days of Rain After Record Heatwave
London is set for four days of rain starting Sunday, August 23, ending a dry spell after the hottest day of the year hit 38.1C in Kew Gardens.
Shaded Hainault Forest Walk: Ponies, Meerkats, and 400 Acres
Discover a shaded 3-mile Hainault Forest walk near Tube stations, featuring ponies, meerkats, and 158 bird species, just an hour from Central London.
Indonesia earthquake: 7.7 magnitude kills five, tsunami warning
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Indonesia killed five people and triggered a tsunami warning, which was later lifted, as residents fled inland.
Drought Restrictions Threaten Carshalton Ponds Wildlife
Sutton Council says drought restrictions prevent topping up Carshalton Ponds amid a leak, causing water levels to drop significantly, risking local wildlife.
Stourbridge Wildfires: Residents Describe 'Scariest Day' as 19 Homes Lost
Residents of Stourbridge call Thursday's wildfires 'horrendous' and 'distressing' after 19 homes were destroyed and 18 damaged in record heat, with 54 treated for injuries.
Hawaii Braces for Direct Hit from Tropical Storm Lala
Tropical Storm Lala is set to hit Hawaii's Big Island with hurricane force, prompting a state of emergency as life-threatening floods are predicted.
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