Reuse Grey Water to Save Money on Rising Bills
With water bills soaring, UK households are advised to reuse grey water from baths and sinks to cut costs and help the environment. Expert tips inside.
Category : Environment
Hackney Christmas bin collection changes and tree recycling
Hackney Council announces revised waste collection dates over Christmas and New Year. Find out how to recycle your real Christmas tree for free or via collection services.
Monmouth Floods: Businesses Face Worst Damage Since 1970s
Monmouth residents say Storm Claudia caused the worst flooding since the 1970s. Restaurants and shops are struggling to recover, with many underinsured and fearing for the future. Read the full story.
Southwark Christmas bin dates and free tree collection
Southwark Council announces revised bin collection dates over Christmas and New Year, plus details on how to book a free Christmas tree recycling collection. Check your new dates now.
Southwark Christmas bin collection dates and free tree recycling
Southwark Council announces revised bin collection dates over Christmas and New Year 2025. Find out your new collection day and how to book a free Christmas tree recycling pick-up.
Christmas bin collection changes for Brent and Harrow
Residents in Brent and Harrow are advised of revised bin collection dates over the festive holidays, including free Christmas tree recycling services. Check your dates now.
Hackney Christmas bin collection dates and free tree drop-off
Hackney Council announces revised waste collection dates over Christmas and New Year. Find out your new collection day and how to dispose of your real tree for free from January 2.
Islington Christmas bin collection dates revised
Islington Council announces revised waste collection dates over the Christmas and New Year bank holidays. Find out when your bins will be collected and where to recycle your real Christmas tree.
Lewisham Christmas bin collection changes explained
Lewisham Council announces revised bin collection dates over Christmas and New Year. Find out your new collection day and how to recycle your Christmas tree.
Croydon Christmas bin collection changes confirmed
Croydon Council announces revised bin collection dates over Christmas and New Year, plus details for Christmas tree recycling. Find your new collection day here.
Camden Christmas bin collection changes confirmed
Camden Council announces revised waste collection dates over Christmas and New Year. Find your new collection day and learn how to recycle your Christmas tree correctly to avoid fines.
Sutton Christmas bin collection changes 2025
Sutton Council announces revised bin collection dates over Christmas and New Year. Find out your new collection day and details of the free Christmas tree recycling service.
Australia's Christmas Weather: From 41C Heat to 16C Chill
Australians face a Christmas Day of weather extremes, from scorching 41C heat in Perth to a chilly 16C in Hobart. Discover the forecast for your capital city and how to plan your celebrations.
Drones find deadly virus in whale breath in Arctic
Scientists using drones have detected a highly infectious virus in whales' breath, a breakthrough for marine health surveillance. The discovery could help prevent mass strandings.
Cat sold for £30 on Vinted rescued by charity
A three-year-old cat was rescued after being listed for sale for just £30 on the second-hand clothes site Vinted. The charity founder who bought him says the low price shows 'no value on his life'.
Australia's first large-scale snail translocation saves species
Australian scientists have completed a landmark snail translocation, flying hundreds of Campbell’s keeled glass-snails to Norfolk Island to rescue the species from extinction. Discover the story of this incredible conservation effort.
California's Clean Energy Powers 100% of Grid Daily in 2025
California achieved a historic clean energy milestone in 2025, powering its grid entirely with renewables daily. As the US federal government retreats, the Golden State positions itself as a global climate leader.
Barnsbury Wood: North London's Hidden Mini-Forest
Discover Barnsbury Wood, London's smallest nature reserve. This secret Islington sanctuary is perfect for a winter walk, but note the limited weekly opening hours. Plan your visit now.
Seven Elephants Killed by High-Speed Train in India
A Rajdhani Express carrying 650 passengers collided with a herd of wild Asiatic elephants in Assam, killing seven. No human casualties were reported. Read the full report on this tragic wildlife incident.
Cars Underwater After Parking Near Thames at High Tide
Drivers in Twickenham and Richmond faced devastation as seasonal high tides on the River Thames engulfed parked vehicles. See the warnings and full story.
City of London Christmas bin collection dates 2025
Residents in the Square Mile face revised waste collection dates over the festive bank holidays. See the full schedule and tree recycling details here.
Christmas gravy warning could flood London homes
Thames Water urges Londoners to bin festive fats and gravy responsibly to prevent sewer blockages and avoid a plumbing disaster this Christmas.
Business Retreat from Net Zero Pledges Accelerates in UK
From retail to finance, UK firms are watering down carbon targets. Explore the sectors retreating from net zero and the political shift undermining climate action.
Lithium Battery Truck Fire Closes Hume Highway
A major fire involving a truck carrying 15 tonnes of lithium-ion batteries has forced the closure of the Hume Highway in NSW. Authorities warn of toxic vapour clouds and multi-day disruptions. Read the latest on this critical incident.
Mistletoe's hidden role in UK biodiversity revealed
Discover the surprising ecological importance of mistletoe beyond festive tradition. A Country Diary entry reveals its vital role for wildlife in the UK's winter landscape.
Magical London Winter Walks for a Festive Feel
Discover enchanting winter walks in and near London that capture the magic of the season. From deer-filled parks to festive city streets, find your perfect Christmas movie backdrop.
Westminster is UK's noisiest area, study finds
A new study reveals Westminster as the UK's loudest area, with high noise complaints and extreme population density driving the score. Discover the full top 10 list.
Winter Gardening Tool Care: Your Essential Guide
Give your gardening tools some vital TLC this winter. Our expert step-by-step guide ensures your spades, secateurs, and shears are clean, sharp, and ready for spring.
133,000 hectares of Chilean Patagonia preserved
A pristine 133,000-hectare valley in Chilean Patagonia has been permanently protected from logging and dams after a local fundraising campaign secured $78m. Discover how this biodiversity hotspot was saved.
Early snowfall hits New York, tornado damages Spain's Christmas lights
New York experiences its first significant December snow since 2018, while Storm Emilia spawns a tornado in southern Spain, causing extensive damage to festive displays. Explore the weather extremes.
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