Reporter's journey to Japan's bear hotspot town
As Japan faces a record year of bear encounters, our reporter visits the hotspot town of Osaki, armed with bells and whistles for safety. Explore the growing human-wildlife conflict in Asia Pacific.
Category : Environment
How to turn your daily commute into a positive habit
Stuck in traffic or on a crowded train? Discover expert strategies to transform your frustrating daily commute into a time for fitness, creativity, and better work-life balance. Start reclaiming your time today.
Toxic soil found at hundreds of Detroit demolition sites
Hundreds of Detroit home demolition sites may be contaminated with toxic chemicals like lead and asbestos, creating a public health threat. Experts warn of mismanagement.
Indigenous Australians endure 50C heat without air conditioning
Yindjibarndi elder Lyn Cheedy describes surviving extreme heat in Roebourne, Western Australia, as Indigenous communities face disproportionate climate impacts.
Queensland reverses ban on shooting flying foxes
Queensland government revokes planned ban on shooting flying foxes, a practice criticised as inhumane and ineffective. Conservationists urge investment in non-lethal netting.
Peru grants legal rights to Amazon stingless bees
Two Peruvian municipalities have become the first in the world to grant legal rights to native stingless bees, a landmark move for biodiversity and Indigenous rights. Discover the story behind this historic conservation effort.
Trump's 2025 Climate Claims: From 'Global Cooling' to Coal
A review of Donald Trump's most controversial environmental statements and executive actions in 2025, from rebranding coal to questioning climate science. Explore the facts behind the rhetoric.
David Attenborough's Wild London: A 99-Year-Old's Urban Safari
Sir David Attenborough, at 99, fronts a deeply personal BBC documentary, 'Wild London,' revealing the capital's secret nature. Discover his encounters with foxes, beavers, and peregrines, and his powerful message on why cities need wildlife. Watch on New
Japan's record bear encounters spark urban crisis
A Japanese town reels from a year of unprecedented bear attacks as hungry animals invade urban areas. Discover the causes, the human toll, and the desperate search for a solution.
London's Hidden Parakeets: The Amazing Tree Secret
A viral photo reveals London's secret flock of wild parakeets. Discover their surprising origins, where to spot them, and how they became a capital fixture. Explore the city's unexpected wildlife.
US warm spell ends as Arctic air brings freezing temperatures
A dramatic US weather shift sees spring-like warmth replaced by polar air and snow risk. Meanwhile, Japan battles deadly snow and New Zealand faces severe summer storms.
Ancient Lime Tree and Crown Shyness in Old Sulehay Forest
Stand beneath a 500-year-old small-leaved lime in Old Sulehay Forest, where crown shyness creates a silent canopy. Discover the ancient craft of coppicing and signs of a climate-driven comeback for this rare British giant.
2025's Extreme Weather Pushes UK Nature to Its Limits
The National Trust's annual audit reveals how heat, drought, and wildfires have severely damaged UK habitats and wildlife in 2025, with experts warning these are alarm signals we cannot ignore.
Birmingham bin strike: A year of maggots, rats and despair
Nearly a year into Birmingham's bin strike, residents face fly-tipping, vermin and environmental collapse. We investigate the human and ecological toll of the ongoing industrial action.
UK Records Over 300 Earthquakes in 2023
A new report from the British Geological Survey details more than 300 seismic events across Great Britain this year, with Perthshire experiencing the strongest tremors. Discover the UK's most active regions.
Australia's Triple Weather Threat: Floods, Fires, Cyclone
Australia battles a severe weather trifecta: major floods in Queensland, extreme fire danger in South Australia, and Tropical Cyclone Hayley tracking towards WA. Stay informed on the latest warnings.
Deadly Flooding in Spain: One Dead, 90-Year-Olds Rescued
Severe flooding hits Spain's east coast, leaving one dead and forcing dramatic rescues. Emergency services use dinghies to save vulnerable residents, including a 90-year-old couple. Read the latest updates.
Storm Johannes kills three, cuts power across Scandinavia
At least three dead as Storm Johannes batters Scandinavia, leaving 140,000 without power and causing travel chaos. Follow our live updates for the latest.
Powerful US winter storm brings blizzards and record cold
A major winter storm sweeps across the US, bringing blizzards to the Midwest and a dramatic 'Blue Norther' cold front to the South, ending days of record-breaking warmth. Read the latest forecasts.
Jules Verne Crater Proposed as Moon's Spacecraft Graveyard
A UK reader proposes using the Jules Verne crater on the moon's far side as a designated graveyard for defunct spacecraft, mirroring Earth's Point Nemo. Read the latest letters.
Gina Rinehart's Ayn Rand-Inspired Coal Mine Plan
How a teenage reading of Ayn Rand's Atlas Shrugged shaped Gina Rinehart's worldview and drives her controversial bid to build a coal mine in Canada's Rocky Mountains. Explore the clash with environmentalists.
French Island: Victoria's remote off-grid community
Just 70km from Melbourne, French Island is home to 139 residents living entirely off-grid. Discover the challenges and charms of this isolated wildlife sanctuary, accessible only by ferry.
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 January 2026 forecast: Sub-zero temperatures expected
London is set for a chilly start to 2026 with overnight temperatures forecast to dip below freezing in early January. Get the full BBC and Met Office outlook and 10-day forecast.
Queensland flood warnings as 500mm rain forecast
North Queensland faces days of torrential rain with up to 500mm forecast, triggering severe flood warnings and livestock threats. Stay informed with the latest BoM alerts.
Southern California cleans up after historic Christmas storms
Southern California faces a massive clean-up after its wettest Christmas in history, causing hundreds of crashes and mudslides. Read the latest on the emergency response and ongoing flood risks.
Bird Song App Merlin's UK Popularity Takes Flight
The Merlin Bird ID app, using AI to identify birdsong, has seen an 88% surge in UK users. Discover how it's connecting people to nature and boosting mental wellbeing.
NYC State of Emergency: Historic Snowstorm Hits
New York and New Jersey brace for their heaviest snowfall in years, with states of emergency declared, major travel disruption, and officials urging residents to stay off roads.
New York declares emergency as major snowstorm hits
New York and New Jersey are under a state of emergency as a severe winter storm brings heavy snowfall, causing widespread travel chaos and airport disruptions. Stay informed.
Turn Your Christmas Tree into DIY Cleaning Spray
A viral cleaning hack shows how to transform leftover pine needles into a powerful, antibacterial disinfectant spray using just white vinegar. Discover the simple recipe.
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