Jordan's ancient olive harvest wilts under record heat
Record-breaking heat and drought have destroyed 70% of Jordan's olive crop, endangering livelihoods and a centuries-old tradition. Discover the impact on families and the economy.
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Somerset farmers trial bulrush crop on peat to lock carbon
On the Somerset Levels, innovative 'paludiculture' sees bulrush harvested for insulation, offering a sustainable future for waterlogged peat and fighting climate change. Discover the novel farming method.
Critics Slam UK Animal Welfare Strategy as Inadequate
A Guardian editorial praising UK animal welfare reforms has sparked fierce backlash. Critics argue the strategy merely tinkers with a brutal system, comparing it to Victorian cholera fixes, and call for a fundamental shift away from meat consumption.
Iran urges Trump to defy Netanyahu on nuclear talks
Iran's foreign minister says a 'brief window' exists for US dialogue, backed by mutual allies. He argues Trump's base wants a deal, not war. Read the latest on Middle East diplomacy.
Trump's 'Hell to Pay' Warning to Hamas Over Disarmament
US President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to Hamas, stating there would be 'hell to pay' if the group fails to disarm as part of a proposed Gaza ceasefire deal. Read the full details of his joint statement with Netanyahu.
Malcolm in the Middle reboot trailer sends fans wild
The first teaser for the Malcolm in the Middle revival, 'Life's Still Unfair', has landed on Disney+. Premiering April 10, 2026, it reunites Frankie Muniz and Bryan Cranston. Read the fan reaction.
Brazil's Caatinga shifts to arid zone, desert threat grows
A 5,700 sq km area in Brazil's north-east is now classified as arid, the country's first. Climate change is accelerating desertification, devastating goat herders' livelihoods. Read the full report.
Key Moments of 2025: From Wildfires to Trump's Inauguration
A look back at the defining events of 2025, from California's wildfires and Trump's inauguration to Middle East tensions and the rise of Reform. Watch our summary video.
Animal welfare strategy lacks wildlife and factory farm focus
Experts argue the government's new animal welfare strategy fails to protect free-living wildlife and doesn't halt factory farming expansion. Read the critical response.
Pat Finn, star of The Middle and Friends, dies aged 60
Actor Pat Finn, famed for roles in The Middle, Friends and Seinfeld, has passed away at 60 after a cancer diagnosis. Read the full tribute and career retrospective.
Vezo people adapt to climate change with seaweed farming
Facing collapsing fish stocks, Madagascar's semi-nomadic Vezo people are cultivating seaweed as a vital new income. Discover how climate change and industrial trawling are reshaping an ancient maritime culture.
Inheritance tax threshold for farms raised to £2.5m
Ministers increase the inheritance tax threshold for agricultural assets from £1m to £2.5m following fierce backlash from farmers and rural MPs. The move aims to protect family farms from being broken up.
Labour's Animal Welfare Plan Sparks 'War on Countryside' Row
The government unveils a sweeping ban on puppy farming and trail hunting. Critics accuse Labour of ignoring rural Britain, while animal charities welcome the reforms.
MHA acquires UAE's Fiducia to enter Middle East market
London-based MHA, a top 15 UK accountancy network, acquires Fiducia in the UAE, marking its first major international expansion beyond the UK. Read the full strategy.
England to ban hen cages and pig farrowing crates
The UK government announces a historic ban on battery cages for hens and farrowing crates for pigs in England by 2027, marking a major victory for animal welfare campaigners.
Puppy farms, snares and trail hunting to be banned
Sweeping animal welfare reforms will outlaw puppy farming, snaring and trail hunting. New laws to phase out colony cages and farrowing crates by 2030. Read the full details.
Halophytes: Could salt-loving plants save coastal farming?
As rising seas salinise soils, scientists and chefs in the Venice lagoon are turning to forgotten halophytes. Discover how these resilient plants could safeguard our food future.
How Europe Can Regain Middle East Influence After Gaza
Europe's stance on Gaza has shattered its credibility. Analyst Nathalie Tocci argues the path to regaining a constructive role lies not in grand diplomacy, but in focusing on stabilising fragile neighbours: Syria, Lebanon, and Iraq.
Farmers 'bewildered and frightened' by inheritance tax reforms
A major government review identifies inheritance tax as the single biggest threat to farming viability. New 20% levy on farms over £1m sparks industry fear and protests. Read the full report.
Israel's 'Yellow Line' Declared New Gaza Border
Israel's military chief calls a Gaza demarcation line a 'new border', barring Palestinians from 58% of their territory. Read the on-ground report from The Guardian's correspondent.
Netanyahu says Gaza ceasefire plan phase one nearly done
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu states the first phase of a Gaza ceasefire plan is almost finished, as diplomatic efforts intensify. Read the latest developments on the potential truce.
Marwan Barghouti: The Palestinian Leader in Israeli Jail
As calls grow for his release, jailed leader Marwan Barghouti is seen as vital for Palestinian unity and a two-state solution. Could he be the key to peace?
Syria accuses Israel of fighting 'ghosts' and breaking pact
Syria's interim president warns Israel's actions risk dangerous escalation, citing over 1,000 airstrikes and breaches of a 50-year disengagement deal. Read the full analysis.
Nature-friendly farming schemes hit by funding and contract issues
England's ambitious landscape recovery scheme faces low uptake as new contracts allow termination with just one year's notice and funding is slashed. Conservationists warn of a major step back for wildlife.
Seismic Waves Could Revolutionise Soil Health Mapping
A groundbreaking technique using seismic waves to map soil health could boost crop yields and help prevent famine. Experts say it's a potential 'holy grail' for agriculture.
Seismic Waves to Unlock Soil Health Secrets
A breakthrough project using seismology promises to 'see' into soil, boosting yields and cutting pollution. Could this be the holy grail of sustainable agriculture?
Four arrested in East Sussex terror investigation
Three men and a woman have been detained in Eastbourne and Brighton by counter-terrorism police. Discover the latest on this planned operation.
UK farmers lose £828m after hottest spring and summer
A new study reveals UK arable farmers face over £800m in losses after the hottest spring and summer on record devastated harvests. Discover the impact on food security and calls for urgent support.
Myanmar conflict drives 18% rise in opium farming
The ongoing civil war in Myanmar has triggered an 18% annual increase in opium poppy cultivation, reshaping global narcotics supply chains and funding armed groups. Read the full analysis.
Budget 2025: Middle-Income Earners Pushed to Breaking Point
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's Budget is pushing skilled professionals like 'Nick, 30' to leave the UK. With stealth taxes and soaring costs, is Britain losing its future?
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