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.
A major new study links ultra-processed foods like lunch meat and soft drinks to an increased risk of lung cancer. Discover the findings and expert advice for a healthier diet.
Armed groups have built a vast illegal road network in Colombia's Amazon, driving deforestation for cocaine, gold, and meat. Explore the environmental and security crisis.
Peter and Winnie are at odds over his strict water-saving rules, from timed showers to reusing egg water. Is he being eco-conscious or controlling? You decide.
Guardian editor Katy Guest declares war on festive pairings like turkey with cranberry sauce. Discover her fiery take on culinary rules and the combos she finds utterly perverse.
Meat lovers flocked to London's historic Smithfield Market for its chaotic annual pre-Christmas auction. The event returned with gusto after plans to save and relocate the 800-year-old market were confirmed. Read the full story.
Everything you need to know about London's famous Christmas Eve meat auction at Smithfield Market. Find times, tips, and how to bag a festive bargain.
New data reveals UK adult alcohol consumption has fallen to a record low of 10.2 drinks a week. A Drinkaware survey shows 73% plan to moderate over Christmas. Discover the trends and tips for a balanced festive season.
Scottish ministers are weighing a change to the public smoking ban to allow crack cocaine use in supervised facilities in Glasgow and Edinburgh, responding to a surge in users switching from heroin. Read the full story.
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.
The Cosori Smart Meat Thermometer, now £48.58 on Amazon, promises perfectly cooked Christmas dinner with live Bluetooth temperature updates. Our review tests its claims.
London's historic Smithfield Christmas Meat Auction is back on Christmas Eve. Grab premium meats at bargain prices and witness one of the City's oldest festive traditions. Find all the details here.
A second illegal dumping of slaughtered geese in Norfolk sparks a public health alert. Authorities warn the meat may be unsafe and are appealing for information.
Plans for the UK's biggest data centre in Northumberland face scrutiny over its colossal water needs, equivalent to a town of 50,000 people. Local campaigners warn of environmental strain.
Three Democratic senators launch an inquiry into whether tech firms like Google and Amazon are passing soaring data centre energy costs to consumers. Could UK face similar pressures?
Water levels across the Great Lakes are falling, just as energy-hungry mega-scale data centres move into the region. Communities in Ohio and Michigan are fighting back against the threat to their water supply. Read the full investigation.
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.
New data reveals a dramatic 80% decline in cabbage consumption in the UK. Discover 17 delicious recipes, from kimchi to smoky soups, to revive this versatile winter superfood.
A London Michelin-starred restaurant owner speaks out after a thief stole £800 of premium meat. The Met Police investigate as the hospitality industry faces festive pressure.
As AI expands, datacentres' massive water consumption raises urgent environmental questions. Explore the sustainability challenge facing the tech industry.
The Tahoe-Reno Industrial Centre, a 100,000-acre Nevada site, is now a global hub for AI data centres, driving economic growth but straining scarce water and power resources. Explore the modern-day gold rush.
Keir Starmer's plan to slash 'unnecessary' regulation for growth faces criticism for prioritising market views over public interest. Letters also cover party names, pork's popularity, and oddly named places.
A London cardiologist explains the complex truth about wine and heart health. Discover the risks, the minor benefits, and the safer alternatives like grapes and berries. Read the expert advice.
New research reveals not all ultra-processed foods are equal. Choosing plant-based UPFs over meat and dairy is the healthier choice for reducing disease risk. Learn the facts.
Footage shows moment Michael Tadese, 44, was arrested carrying a hidden meat cleaver near Shaftesbury Theatre. He received a six-month prison sentence.
Jakarta bans dog meat trade to combat rabies, sparking debate between animal rights groups and traditional consumers who fear it will drive the practice underground.
A serial thief targeting Michelin-starred restaurants has stolen £800 worth of premium meat from Galvin La Chapelle. Police investigate possible connection to earlier langoustine theft.
A Campbell's Soup vice president has been placed on leave after a secret recording revealed he avoids the company's 'unhealthy' products and made racist remarks about staff. The lawsuit alleges a toxic workplace.
Adnaan and Manny Malik transformed their father's traditional Wolverhampton butchers into a modern halal empire, creating halal-friendly sausages and bacon. Discover their inspiring journey.
A US pilot has died from a red meat allergy triggered by a tick bite, in the world's first documented fatality from Alpha-Gal Syndrome. Learn the symptoms and risks.