Man makes £600 a month from dumpster diving
Jake Stevens from Portsmouth rescues discarded valuables from bins, earning £600 monthly. He finds designer handbags, jewellery, and food, highlighting UK retail waste.
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Council fines residents £1,500 in recycling blunder
Westminster neighbours hit with massive fines after council wrongly accuses them of fly-tipping. The shocking case that exposes recycling system failures.
Scottish recycling scheme branded 'national embarrassment'
Exclusive: Senior SNP figure Fergus Ewing launches blistering attack on Scotland's botched recycling scheme, blaming Sturgeon and Slater for £300M 'fiasco' that threatens businesses and jobs.
Scottish Government accused of misleading firms over botched recycling
An explosive report reveals how Scottish ministers allegedly misled companies about a botched recycling initiative, with experts warning of catastrophic consequences for businesses and environmental targets.
Wheelie Bin Mistakes Could Cost You £1,000
UK households face hefty penalties for common wheelie bin errors including overfilling, wrong placement and contamination. Learn how to avoid costly fines.
Zombie Vapes: Exploding Disposable E-Cigarettes Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how discarded disposable vapes with live batteries are causing fires in waste trucks and recycling centres, creating a toxic 'zombie vape' phenomenon threatening public safety.
Don't Toss That Pumpkin! 7 Genius Repurposing Ideas
From delicious recipes to garden compost, discover sustainable ways to give your Halloween pumpkins a second life and reduce food waste this autumn.
Organised Waste Crime Costs UK £1 Billion Annually
Exclusive investigation reveals how sophisticated criminal networks are exploiting Britain's waste disposal system, costing taxpayers millions and creating environmental havoc across the UK.
EasyJet turns old uniforms into children's hospital blankets
EasyJet launches heartwarming sustainability initiative transforming 10,000 outdated staff uniforms into comforting blankets for poorly children in hospitals across the UK.
Southend becomes 'Bin City' with controversial 3-bin system
Southend-on-Sea becomes the latest UK council to implement controversial three-bin waste collection system, sparking resident backlash and space concerns across the Essex coastal city.
Scottish Government 'irresponsible' over recycling scheme
The Scottish Government faces scathing criticism in court over its 'catastrophic' management of a failed recycling deposit scheme that cost taxpayers millions and left businesses in turmoil.
Green bin mistakes could cost gardeners £500 fines
UK gardeners face unexpected fines for putting common garden waste items in green bins. Discover which plants and materials could cost you hundreds.
30% Stronger Concrete Made from Plastic Waste - UK Breakthrough
British scientists develop groundbreaking concrete that's 30% stronger while recycling plastic waste in major environmental construction innovation
Coffee Waste Environmental Impact Revealed
Groundbreaking UK research reveals how discarded coffee is contributing to greenhouse gas emissions and environmental damage, with simple solutions to reduce your caffeine footprint.
5 Stars Who Rejected James Bond Roles
Discover the shocking stories of Hollywood icons who turned down the chance to play James Bond, from Liam Neeson's personal refusal to Hugh Jackman's career-defining pass.
Recycling firm crisis after Scotland's failed bottle scheme
Exclusive: Circularity Scotland invested millions in Scottish Government's doomed deposit return scheme, leaving businesses in crisis and sparking political fallout.
UK's Worst Bin Collections Exposed
Exclusive analysis reveals the UK councils with the worst bin collection records as residents face overflowing waste and missed collections.
Insurance claim rejected over pre-existing bird phobia
A British woman's insurance claim was denied after magpies attacked her garden, with insurers citing her pre-existing fear of birds as grounds for rejection in a controversial decision.
Battery Bin Warning: The Shocking Fire Risk You Need to Know
Experts reveal the dangerous consequences of improper battery disposal and share essential safety guidelines every UK household needs to know to prevent fires and environmental damage.
Newborn babies found at recycling centre in Hampshire
Two newborn infants were tragically discovered at a recycling facility in Hampshire, sparking a major police investigation and raising urgent questions about infant safety and support systems.
Stephen Lee's 12-year snooker ban upheld in final appeal
Former world number five Stephen Lee has lost his final appeal against a 12-year snooker ban for match-fixing, ending his professional career in dramatic fashion.
Don't Toss Coffee Grounds - Barista's Genius Tip
Coffee connoisseurs are discovering the hidden potential in used coffee grounds, from garden fertiliser to natural exfoliants. This barista-backed advice could save you money and reduce waste.
Cornwall's fishing net recycling revolution
Discover how a Cornish entrepreneur is transforming discarded fishing gear into valuable products while cleaning up Britain's coastline in an innovative environmental mission.
Dog becomes surrogate mum to rejected kitten
A heartwarming tale of cross-species bonding as a Staffordshire Bull Terrier becomes an unexpected foster mother to an orphaned kitten in South Wales.
Kate recycles McQueen coat with high street alternatives
The Princess of Wales showcases her sustainable fashion credentials by rewearing her signature Alexander McQueen coat while championing affordable high street alternatives that mirror her royal style.
CD Garden Hack Deters Birds Effectively
UK horticulture experts reveal how hanging old CDs in your garden creates an effective optical deterrent that keeps birds away from precious plants and vegetables without harm.
Council ridiculed for costly wheelie bin colour changes
A local authority faces ridicule after spending thousands on new coloured bin lids instead of using cheap stickers, in what critics call a 'ludicrous waste of public money' during a cost-of-living crisis.
New weekly food waste collection rules for millions
Major recycling overhaul forces households across England to separate food waste weekly while general rubbish collections may become fortnightly under new government plans.
Saudi Arabia rejects Aziz Ansari's human rights donation
Comedian Aziz Ansari's attempt to donate his Saudi performance fee to human rights causes was blocked by festival organisers, raising questions about artistic freedom and ethical compromises in international entertainment.
Fly-tipper fined for burning waste near recycling centre
In a shocking display of environmental disregard, a man has been prosecuted for illegally setting fire to fly-tipped waste mere steps from a fully-functional recycling facility in St Helens.
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