The Birth Keepers' 'Death Plan' Podcast Sparks Debate
A new podcast episode investigates 'The Birth Keepers' and their controversial end-of-life planning advice. Listen to the full story and understand the ethical dilemmas.
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7 Top London Farmers' Markets to Visit This Weekend
Discover the best London farmers' markets for 2026, from Marylebone to Crystal Palace. Find fresh, local produce and support community growers. Plan your visit now!
Peckham's New Weekly Farmers' Market Opens January 24
A new weekly farmers' market is opening in Peckham, South London, offering grass-fed beef, free-range eggs and fresh produce. Launching January 24 at Belham Primary School.
Farmers' anger at Labour continues despite tax U-turn
Despite a pre-Christmas U-turn on inheritance tax for farms, Labour faces deep-seated anger from farmers at the Oxford Farming Conference, with protests highlighting a crisis of trust in rural policy.
Small Farms Get Priority for Nature Funding
Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds announces smaller farms will get first access to the Sustainable Farming Incentive in June. Learn about the new application window and the scheme's limited budget.
Bird Flu in US Dairy: A Warning for UK Food System
The spread of H5N1 bird flu through US mega-dairies exposes the dangers of industrial farming. As the UK's dairy sector consolidates, are we facing similar risks?
1951: How Rough Fell Sheep Survived Snow in the Dales
A look back at Harry Griffin's first Guardian Country Diary from 1951, detailing how Rough Fell ewes in Westmorland dug snow holes for shelter during harsh winter weather. Discover timeless farming resilience.
Pink Slime on Tasmanian Beach Prompts Algal Bloom Fears
A mysterious pink slime has appeared on secluded Tasmanian beaches, prompting fears of a harmful algal bloom. Authorities are testing as scientists warn of rapid growth and potential risks to marine life.
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.
Ethical hacker from Bexley secures rare Australian visa
Jacob Riggs, 36, from Bexley, proved his elite cyber skills by hacking an Australian government system, securing a coveted 858 National Innovation visa. Read his unique story.
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.
UK hacker earns Australia's top visa by finding security flaw
A London man secured Australia's prestigious 858 visa, with a <1% success rate, after ethically hacking the government system. Discover how his cyber skills led to permanent residency.
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.
Best free and paid spots for London's 2025 NYE fireworks
Missed out on tickets for London's official 2025 New Year's Eve fireworks? Discover the best alternative viewing spots, from rooftop parties to free vantage points across the capital.
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.
London's Top 12 NYE 2026 Parties: Rooftops to Basement Bars
Discover 12 of London's most glamorous New Year's Eve parties for 2026, from glittering rooftop terraces to exclusive speakeasies. Plan your ultimate celebration now.
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.
Guardian's 2026 Plan for Sustainable Consumer Guides
The Guardian's Down to Earth newsletter outlines its 2026 focus: rigorous product testing to help UK readers make sustainable, long-lasting purchases and cut waste. Subscribe for weekly insights.
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.
Where to Watch London's NYE Fireworks for Free in 2025
Discover the top free vantage points to watch London's spectacular New Year's Eve fireworks display. Find out which parks and hills offer the best views of the Thames celebration, including key travel info.
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.
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.
US shoppers boycott Trump-aligned businesses over holidays
Amid Trump's second term, US shoppers are boycotting Target, Home Depot, and Amazon in a 'We Ain't Buying It' campaign. Discover how ethical spending is reshaping the holiday season.
Inside London's 'Most Christmassy Pub' The Churchill Arms
Discover why The Churchill Arms in West London is famed as the capital's most festive pub, with 55 trees and 300,000 lights attracting visitors from across the globe. See the story behind the dazzling display.
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.
15 Charitable Gifts That Make a Difference
Discover unique, purpose-driven gift ideas from WWF, Greenpeace, ACLU and more that raise funds for vital causes. Shop with heart this season.
London's Christmas Eve forecast: Grey skies and 8C high
Londoners can expect a damp, overcast Christmas Eve with temperatures peaking at 8°C. Get the full hour-by-hour forecast for the capital's festive weather.
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