Smartphone Users Want Less Screen Time to Reconnect
A new poll reveals 60% of smartphone owners desire reduced screen time, with many citing devices as barriers to relaxation and nature appreciation.
Category : Environment
Global Wildlife Photos: Lynx, Vipers, and Conservation Wins
This week's wildlife highlights include an award-winning lynx photo, a new venomous snake discovery, and heartening conservation news from gorillas to rhinos across the globe.
Inside Lime's London Warehouse: E-Bike Night Repairs
Metro gets exclusive access to Lime's major London depot where mechanics work overnight to repair, clean and maintain thousands of e-bikes for daily commuter use.
Antarctic Whale Comeback at Risk from Krill Trawlers
Humpback and blue whales are rebounding in the Southern Ocean, but industrial krill trawlers are competing for their food source, removing vital nutrients and threatening ecosystem balance.
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Vape Waste Still Overwhelms UK Recycling Despite Ban
New research reveals over 6 million vapes discarded weekly in UK despite single-use ban, causing dangerous fires and straining recycling infrastructure.
Iran's Black Rain: Toxic Legacy of Conflict in War Zones
Black rain in Iran, caused by strikes on oil facilities, highlights the environmental impact of war, with toxic pollutants threatening health and crops.
Beavers Transform Dorset Landscape After Historic Reintroduction
One year after the first official beaver reintroduction in England, National Trust reports remarkable biodiversity recovery and habitat transformation in Dorset, with potential kits expected this summer.
Soft-Rush Pith: Nature's Firestarter for Winter Light
Discover how soft-rush pith served as a vital firestarter for the rural poor in County Durham, providing light during long winter nights before modern matches.
Cyclone Narelle to Bring Flooding to Perth, Hits WA Coast
Tropical Cyclone Narelle, a severe category four storm, is expected to make landfall in Western Australia, bringing destructive winds up to 250km/h and heavy rainfall that could cause flash flooding in Perth by Saturday.
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Cyclone Narelle Threatens Perth as Category 3 Storm
Tropical Cyclone Narelle is forecast to strike Western Australia's coast as a severe category 3 system on Friday night, with potential impacts near Perth after crossing multiple states.
Cyclone Narelle Hits WA, Sandilands Court Case Begins
Tropical Cyclone Narelle intensifies, targeting isolated Western Australian coastal towns with landfall expected today. Meanwhile, radio host Kyle Sandilands faces a $100m contract dispute in court.
Four Days of Rain Forecast for London in Early April
London faces a wet start to April with four straight days of rain predicted by multiple forecasters, including the BBC and Met Office, bringing temperatures between 7°C and 16°C.
Stranded Humpback Whale Rescue in Baltic Sea Running Out of Time
A 10m humpback whale is stranded off Germany's coast, with rescuers battling to free it from shallow waters. Experts warn every minute counts as the exhausted mammal faces suffocation or infection.
Cocaine Sharks Terrorize Caribbean Tourists in Marine Study
Sharks in the Caribbean Sea are testing positive for cocaine and pharmaceuticals, potentially increasing aggression toward tourists, according to new research published in Environmental Pollution.
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Tidal and Solar Solutions for UK Energy Crisis
Experts call for increased support for tidal stream energy and rooftop solar to enhance Britain's energy security and reduce costs, addressing political short-termism and environmental concerns.
Stranded Whale Rescue in Baltic Sea: 'Every Minute Counts'
A 10-meter humpback whale is stranded off Germany's Baltic coast, with rescuers battling to free it. Conservationists warn time is critical as the animal faces exhaustion and infection risks.
Best Electric Lawnmowers for Eco-Friendly Lawns in 2026
Discover the best electric lawnmowers for 2026, tested for performance and sustainability. From cordless to budget models, find eco-friendly options to keep your lawn neat.
Fossil Fuel Companies Accept Climate Science But Deny Legal Responsibility
Major fossil fuel companies have abandoned climate denial in courtrooms worldwide, instead deploying sophisticated legal strategies to contest their liability for global warming while acknowledging the scientific reality of climate change.
EPA Allows Higher Ethanol Fuel to Lower Gas Prices
The US Environmental Protection Agency has temporarily approved widespread sales of E15 fuel, aiming to reduce soaring gas prices amid geopolitical tensions, despite environmental and economic concerns.
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Iran War Impacts Clean Energy Transition and Oil Markets
The Iran war has triggered a major oil crisis, prompting calls for faster renewable energy adoption while creating supply chain challenges that could slow the green transition globally.
Sewage Spills 300,000 Times in England Despite Drought Conditions
Water companies discharged raw sewage into England's waterways nearly 300,000 times last year, despite drought conditions and hosepipe bans across the country. Environmental campaigners condemn the ongoing pollution crisis.
Solar Panel Sales Jump 54% as Iran War Boosts Demand
Octopus Energy reports a 54% rise in solar panel sales this month, with customers opting for larger 12-panel systems. Good Energy also sees doubled interest, driven by oil price shocks and geopolitical tensions.
Church Leaders Criticize GB News Owner on Climate Statements
A coalition of Christian leaders, including former Archbishop Rowan Williams, challenges Sir Paul Marshall over GB News's climate attacks and his hedge fund's £1.8bn fossil fuel holdings.
Mother's Tragedy Reveals Water Privatisation's Human Cost
A Labour MP recounts meeting a mother whose daughter died from polluted water, arguing water privatisation represents a moral failure requiring systemic change.
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Electric Buses Urged in Australia as Diesel Prices Soar
As diesel prices exceed $3 per liter, transport advocates call for accelerating electric bus adoption in Australia, where only 1% of buses are electric compared to 80% in China.
Spring Warmth Returns to London After Chilly Weekend
Londoners face one more brisk weekend with wind chill making temperatures feel near freezing, but the Met Office predicts a significant warm-up starting Monday with highs reaching 18°C by Tuesday.
German Rescuers Race to Free Stranded Humpback Whale
A 10-meter humpback whale remains trapped off Germany's Baltic coast despite intensive rescue efforts involving boats, drones, and dredging since Monday.
Net Zero Could Become 'Next Brexit' in Political Climate Divide
Nigel Farage and Reform UK are framing net zero as an elite obsession, despite strong public support for climate action. Experts warn of Brexit-style tactics targeting green policies amid energy crisis.
Climate Change Transforms Rocky Mountain Meadows into Sagebrush
A 29-year experiment in Colorado shows that a 2°C temperature rise causes grasses and wildflowers to vanish, replaced by sagebrush, with global implications for fragile ecosystems.
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US Fossil Fuel Industry Caused $10 Trillion Climate Damage
A new study published in Nature calculates that US emissions have caused $10 trillion in global economic damage since 1990, with disproportionate harm to developing nations like India and Brazil.
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