UK Garden Plant Diversity in Crisis as Sales Plummet
Plant Heritage reveals more than 50% of cultivated plants are no longer reliably for sale in the UK. Discover how gardeners can help safeguard botanical diversity.
Plant Heritage reveals more than 50% of cultivated plants are no longer reliably for sale in the UK. Discover how gardeners can help safeguard botanical diversity.
Discover why Warsaw is now a global vegan hotspot, with 34 dedicated restaurants and affordable plant-based pierogi. A food tour reveals the city's surprising culinary shift.
David Bowie's childhood home in Bromley is being restored as a heritage site and creative hub for young people, with a £500k grant secured. Opening planned for late 2027.
Scientists name 125 new plants and fungi, including a spider-eating zombie fungus and a fly-arousing orchid. Discover why naming new species is a race against extinction.
A powerful 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck the Shimane Nuclear Power Station in western Japan. Officials report the plant is operating normally with no irregularities detected. Read the latest updates.
Nissan's UK arm reports a pre-tax loss of £888m, driven by an impairment charge and falling sales. A £990m capital injection aims to stabilise its balance sheet. Read the full analysis.
A suspected arson attack on power cables in Berlin has left 45,500 homes without electricity, with repairs expected to last until Thursday amid freezing conditions. Read the latest updates.
MasterChef finalists and top dieticians reveal simple swaps and nutritious recipes for a successful plant-based January. Discover the 'two tofu technique' and more.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets Donald Trump to finalise a 20-point peace framework. Key issues include security guarantees, territorial disputes, and the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant. Read the latest.
Celebrate the season with Meera Sodha's innovative vegan pumpkin cheese fondue recipe. This creamy, plant-based centrepiece is perfect for festive gatherings. Discover how to make it.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and former US President Donald Trump will meet in Florida this weekend to discuss a 20-point peace plan for ending the Russia-Ukraine war. Read the latest on security guarantees and the major sticking points.
Discover how a winter garden reshuffle can boost plant health and aesthetics. Our expert guide explains the why, when, and how for UK gardeners to revitalise their outdoor space.
President Zelensky details progress on a 20-point peace plan with the US, but major hurdles remain over Donbas and the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant. Discover the latest developments.
A leak of water containing radioactive tritium occurred at the decommissioned Fugen plant in Japan. Authorities confirm no external release, but worker exposure is being investigated. Get the latest updates.
Discover the truth about using spent coffee grounds in your garden and on houseplants. Learn the sustainable method to add nutrients and avoid harming your plants' roots.
Director Jessica Marsh's 'Light Needs' is a chilling sci-fi thriller exploring plant consciousness and climate grief. Read our review of this haunting cinematic experience.
Emmerdale actor Joe-Warren Plant opens up about the intense pressure and night shoots filming the ambitious Corriedale crossover with Coronation Street. Discover the behind-the-scenes drama.
The European Parliament has voted to ban plant-based products from using names like 'sausage'. Critics argue the move, backed by the meat industry, misleads consumers and stifles innovation. Discover the implications for sustainable food.
UK inflation fell more than expected to 3.2% last month, driven by lower food prices. In separate news, Ineos secures £120m to save Grangemouth ethylene plant. Read the full analysis.
The government has announced a £120m bailout for Scotland's Grangemouth chemical plant, the last of its kind in the UK. While saving jobs, the move highlights a reactive industrial strategy and a sector in deep crisis. Read the full analysis.
A £120m government investment, matched by Ineos, safeguards 500 jobs at Grangemouth, preserving vital UK industrial capacity for medical and aerospace plastics. Read the full story.
The UK government has invested £120m to secure the future of Ineos's Grangemouth ethylene plant, saving hundreds of jobs and Britain's chemical manufacturing base. Read the full details.
Discover if a DIY washing-up liquid spray really works on houseplant pests like aphids and spider mites. Learn the safe method to avoid leaf scorch and when to seek stronger solutions.
Paul McCartney and UK MPs warn EU's proposed ban on meat-related terms for plant-based foods is misguided and could impact Britain. Read the full story on the food industry clash.
Developer Welput withdraws appeal to build a 43-storey office block near the UK's oldest synagogue, Bevis Marks, after planning refusal over heritage and worship concerns. Read the full story.
Residents fear the fire-damaged Grade II listed Burn Bullock in Mitcham could be lost unless urgent action is taken to secure the historic building. Calls grow for council intervention.
The UK government is asking the public to nominate traditions like cheese rolling and Burns Night for UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage list. Submit your ideas by February.
Explore 'The Stories That Made Us' at Coventry's Herbert Art Gallery, an immersive journey through four decades of South Asian migration, community, and resilience. Open until May 2026.
East London's 150-year-old Genesis Cinema could be lost forever after Tower Hamlets Council rejected a plan to build student flats above it, the only solution the owner says can save it. Read the full story.
Skip the expensive Alps trip. The Lake District promises snow-dusted peaks, festive markets & cosy pubs, all reachable by direct train from London in hours.