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.
Category : Environment
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.
Belfast initiative confronts racism and builds community
A unique Belfast project connects people across divides to share stories and fund tolerance. Discover how community action is confronting racism and division in Northern Ireland.
Gibson's Home Burns During Climate Denial Podcast
As wildfires destroyed his LA home, Mel Gibson joined Joe Rogan to dismiss climate science. This 2025 interview exposed dangerous misinformation and stark inequality. Read the full analysis.
186 French Ski Resorts Closed as Snow Disappears
The abandoned Céüze 2000 resort in France's Hautes-Alpes is a stark symbol of a wider crisis. As global heating pushes snow lines higher, hundreds of European ski stations face closure, sparking a debate: dismantle or let nature reclaim the Alps?
Kids' Science Quiz: Why Mars is Red & Hedgehog Spikes
A fun science quiz tackles children's burning questions, from the red hue of Mars to whether hedgehog spines fall out. Discover the fascinating answers that satisfy young curiosity.
WA Fire Downgraded, Queensland Braces for Monsoonal Floods
The Boddington bushfire threat eases but residents cannot return home, while Queensland and the NT face severe flooding from monsoonal rain. Get the latest updates.
2025's Costliest Climate Disasters: $120bn in Insured Losses
Christian Aid's report reveals 2025's top 10 climate disasters caused over $120bn in insured losses. From SE Asia cyclones to California fires, the human and financial toll is mounting. Urgent action on fossil fuels is needed.
Citizen Scientists Sought to Monitor NSW Turtle Nests
Beachgoers from Tweed to Batemans Bay are urged to become citizen scientists and report turtle nests to protect endangered loggerhead and vulnerable green turtles this breeding season.
Seal Sanctuary Ranks Its Residents for Christmas
The Cornish Seal Sanctuary in Gweek has released its festive ranking of resident seals from nicest to naughtiest. Discover which seal was crowned the 'goodest egg' and who earned the title 'Queen of Chaos'.
5 Ways to Recycle Your Holiday Waste in the UK
From treecycling to creative reuse, discover practical, Earth-friendly solutions for your post-Christmas waste. Learn how to declutter responsibly and start your new year sustainably.
Eight-week-old lion cub groomed in Russian salon sparks police probe
Russian authorities are investigating after an eight-week-old lion cub was filmed having its claws trimmed at a grooming salon in Saint Petersburg on Christmas Day, raising serious animal welfare concerns.
Fiona the 'loneliest sheep' is pregnant with twins
Fiona, Britain's formerly 'loneliest sheep', is set to become a mother of twins after a successful weight loss and health journey at her Dumfries home. Read her incredible story.
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.
World's Largest Soil Fungus Library Faces Defunding Crisis
The world's largest living library of vital soil fungi, INVAM, faces closure due to US federal funding cuts. This 'Louvre for artists' holds over 900 strains key to ecosystem restoration and sustainable agriculture. Its loss would be catastrophic.
Hurricane Melissa and the Global Climate Adaptation Crisis
Hurricane Melissa's devastation in Jamaica underscores a global failure to adapt to extreme weather. As adaptation costs soar, political honesty and climate justice are urgently needed. Read the full analysis.
Water restored after Christmas outage in Hastings
Hundreds in East Sussex faced no running water on Christmas Day after a burst main. Southern Water apologises as supply returns. Read the latest updates.
Homes Buried in Mud After California Floods
Shocking drone footage reveals the devastating aftermath of California floods, with homes completely submerged in mud. See the full video and the urgent response efforts.
California Floods: Homes Buried, Avalanche Risk Eases
California's brutal Christmas storms, the wettest in 54 years for LA, caused mudslides, flooding, and avalanche threats. See the latest on the damage and response.
Photographer's mission to save misunderstood flying foxes
Photojournalist Doug Gimesy spent 160 days capturing the lovable side of Australia's flying foxes. His 50,000 images aim to combat vilification and drive conservation for these vital pollinators.
Family Ponders Their Dog's Secret Pecking Order of Love
As their cavoodle Odie turns five, a family reflects on the enduring mystery of canine affection. Who does the dog love most, and what are his secret metrics?
Illegal Amazon roads fuel Colombia's crime networks
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.
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.
US Voters Blame Climate Change for Cost of Living Spike
New Yale University polling shows most Americans connect global heating to higher bills, as Trump's environmental rollbacks face broad public opposition.
Canada's Deep Freeze Hits -55.7C, US Warm Christmas
An Arctic deep freeze grips Canada with temperatures plunging below -50°C, while the US experiences record-breaking Christmas warmth. The extreme weather patterns are set to persist.
Give Your Garden a Winter Reshuffle: A UK Guide
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.
From 2 to 11 cats: A Manchester home's feline crisis
A Manchester couple's terrace house became an impromptu rescue centre for 11 cats, highlighting a UK-wide crisis of abandoned felines driven by the cost of living and falling neutering rates.
Washing-up bowls face ban in UK kitchen crackdown
A proposed ban on washing-up bowls sparks a national debate. Is it a vital environmental move or an assault on British tradition? Read the full story and have your say.
Inspiring Global Changemakers of 2025
Meet the extraordinary individuals worldwide tackling climate change, supporting refugees, and building community resilience in 2025. Discover their powerful stories of hope and action.
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