Binman Warns: Stop Recycling Chewing Gum and Wrapper
A refuse collector reveals why chewing gum and its packaging must go in general waste, not recycling or food bins, to avoid contamination issues.
Category : Environment
Welsh Water to Pay £44.7m Over Sewage Spills
Ofwat orders Welsh Water to pay £44.7 million for 'serious and unacceptable' sewage network failures, as water bills are set to rise for millions of UK customers.
Monty Don's Simple Four-Word Advice for Weed-Free Gardens
Gardeners can achieve pristine outdoor spaces by following Monty Don's straightforward manual weeding strategy, focusing on small sections for effective, chemical-free results.
Fox Sneaks from Southampton to New York on Cargo Ship
A red fox made an incredible transatlantic journey by hiding on a cargo ship from Southampton, England, to New York, where it was discovered and taken to the Bronx Zoo for care and health checks.
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Wolfie the Husky Cross Awaits Home After 3 Years in Rescue
Three-year-old Wolfie, rescued from Egypt, desperately needs a loving UK home after years in shelter care. The husky cross requires an active owner for fitness and training.
Welsh Water to Pay £44.7m Over Sewage Spill Violations
Ofwat has ordered Welsh Water to pay £44.7 million after finding serious failures in sewage operations, with funds aimed at environmental improvements and river quality.
Welsh Water to Pay £44.7m for Sewage Spill Violations
Welsh Water is set to pay £44.7 million after regulator Ofwat found serious failures in sewage operations, with funds directed toward environmental improvements.
Glencore's Hail Creek Mine Expansion Approved in Queensland
The Queensland government has approved an expansion of Glencore's Hail Creek coalmine, clearing 600 hectares of koala habitat. Environmental groups call for federal intervention due to high methane emissions.
Zoo Denies Bullying Viral Monkey Punch, Cites Discipline
Ichikawa City Zoo clarifies that viral macaque Punch is not bullied but disciplined in hierarchical society, as PETA criticises captivity cruelty.
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Rachel Roddy's Risotto in Bianco: Simple Italian Recipe
Discover Rachel Roddy's recipe for Risotto in Bianco, a creamy Italian rice dish made with minimal ingredients for a comforting meal.
Japanese Zoo Defends 'Discipline' of Viral Baby Monkey Punch
Ichikawa City Zoo insists Punch the macaque is experiencing natural hierarchical discipline, not bullying, after online concern over videos showing him being chased by troop members.
Primroses Herald Spring with Buttery Yellow Churchyard Display
A country diary entry describes how primroses have turned a churchyard buttery yellow, signaling the early arrival of spring in the British countryside.
Wetland Farming Triples Bird Numbers, Study Finds
Research shows paludiculture sites support three times more birds than drained grasslands, including rare species, while storing carbon and offering commercial potential.
Clean Energy Mining Ravages Philippines' Last Ecological Frontier
In Palawan, nickel mining for electric car batteries is destroying coral reefs and forests, threatening biodiversity and Indigenous health, as global demand clashes with conservation.
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Two 'Doomsday Fish' Wash Ashore in Mexico, Sparking Concern
Two rare deep-sea oarfish, known as 'doomsday fish,' have washed up on a Mexican beach, causing panic due to folklore linking them to natural disasters. Beachgoers rescued the creatures.
Fossil Fuel Cuts Needed to Stop Brazil Coffee Belt Floods
Researchers warn that quitting fossil fuels is crucial to reduce severe flooding in Brazil's coffee-growing regions, linking climate change to increased extreme weather events.
Stowaway Fox Travels from England to US on Ship
A red fox has been discovered as a stowaway on a cargo ship that travelled from England to the United States, raising concerns about invasive species and biosecurity protocols.
Fox Stows Away on Ship from England to US, Now at Bronx Zoo
A red fox secretly boarded a cargo ship in Southampton, England, and traveled to New York, where it is now being cared for at the Bronx Zoo after a transatlantic journey.
Zoo Asks Public Not to Pity Viral Monkey Punch
Ichikawa City Zoo near Tokyo says Punch the macaque is not being bullied despite viral videos, explaining his behaviour is part of natural monkey hierarchy as he integrates with the troop.
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King Penguins Thrive in Warming Climate with Earlier Breeding
King penguins are adapting to climate change by breeding 19 days earlier, boosting success rates by 40%. Researchers warn this advantage may be temporary as environmental shifts accelerate.
St. Helena's Brown Water Crisis Sparks Resident Revolt in Napa Valley
Residents of California's wine country city St. Helena face brown, smelly tap water despite official safety assurances, with infrastructure upgrades costing $55 million.
Kilauea Volcano Erupts, Closes Hawaii Park and Highway
Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupted, sending lava fountains 300 metres high and causing ashfall that closed Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Highway 11.
Paper Bag Trick Keeps Compost Bins Pest-Free in Spring
Gardeners are urged to line compost bins with paper shopping bags before late March to absorb moisture, reduce odours, and deter flies and rats from laying eggs as temperatures rise.
Toxic Secret Hidden in Toronto's Snow Mountains
Toronto's massive snow mountains, used to store winter snow, contain over 130,000 tonnes of salt and pollutants, posing a severe ecological crisis to water systems and fish.
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Gulf's Water Weakness: Desalination Plants Under Threat
Recent attacks on desalination plants in the Gulf highlight a critical vulnerability, with fears of escalating strikes. Iran's own water stress may deter further assaults, but tensions remain high.
AI Feeding Stations Deployed in Dubai Amid Pet Abandonment Crisis
Dubai Municipality launches 12 AI-powered feeding stations as animal shelters report being overwhelmed by pets abandoned by expats fleeing the Iran war.
Fossil Fuel Subsidies Hit $16.3bn, Growing Faster Than NDIS
Analysis reveals Australian government subsidies for fossil fuels will reach $16.3bn in 2025-26, increasing by 9.4% and costing over $30,000 per minute, outpacing NDIS funding growth.
Hedgehog Super-Hearing Could Cut Road Deaths, Says Oxford
A University of Oxford study finds hedgehogs have super-hearing up to 85 kHz, suggesting ultrasound car repellers could save thousands from road fatalities and aid conservation.
Extinct Butterfly Spotted in England After 30 Years
The Large Tortoiseshell butterfly, classified as extinct for three decades, has been sighted in multiple English counties, sparking hope for its return as a resident species.
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Outdoor Pet Cats Face Shorter Lives: Research on Dangers
New research reveals outdoor pet cats live 2-3 years less due to traffic accidents, fights, and diseases. Containing cats is advised for safety and wildlife protection.
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