Tories to pledge to scrap Environment Agency and Natural England Shadow chancellor will also promise to scrap affordable homes regulations as part of strategy to refocus on growth The Guardian - UK · 7h ago
Fly Ash Embankment Study: EPA-backed case tracks leachate in Route 213 fill; groundwater stays clean In a significant environmental initiative, Maryland incorporated about 60,000 tons of Class F coal fly ash into the Route 213 highway embankments, built between 1993 and 1994. Sourced from nearby power plants, these materials were later examined by researchers who assessed groundwater conditions. Their investigation revealed no adverse effects on… The Times of India · 12h ago
Ecologically damaging saga of retrospective environmental clearances continues: Congress Jairam Ramesh has criticised the Modi government for resuming the processing of retrospective environmental clearances. He pointed out the Supreme Court had initially rejected such clearances in May 2025. However, a subsequent ruling in November 2025 allowed the government to continue processing pending proposals. Ramesh emphasised that ignorance of the… The Economic Times · 20h ago
NSW planted bitou bush to stabilise dunes; it now threatens native ecosystems across 46% of coast Bitou bush was intentionally planted along the New South Wales coast to stabilize sand dunes. This plant has since spread extensively, covering 46% of the coastline and threatening native vegetation. Infestations of bitou bush replace native plant species and alter animal habitats throughout the region. A Threat Abatement Plan has… The Times of India · 22h ago
Polluted Illinois creek removed from Superfund list after cleanup A 6.7-mile stretch of creek and river in DuPage County, Illinois, has reached a major milestone after decades of radioactive contamination linked to a former industrial facility. The US Environmental Protection Agency deleted the Kerr-McGee Kress Creek/West Branch DuPage River Superfund site from the National Priorities List in August 2026,… The Times of India · Oct 4
Taylor Farms Cyclospora Outbreak: FDA Finds Parasite at Mexico Facility and Grower Drainage Ditch The FDA detected Cyclospora in two environmental samples linked to a lettuce outbreak that sickened 12,883 people, but said the findings did not establish the contamination route. International Business Times UK · Oct 3
How a US pest-control effort turned Asian lady beetles into an invasive species Originally imported to the United States for biological pest control, the multicoloured Asian lady beetle, or Harmonia axyridis, has turned invasive. Competing with native ladybugs, this species disrupts ecosystems. While it helps manage aphid populations, its autumn behavior drives adult beetles to invade homes, creating an unwanted nuisance. This case… The Times of India · Oct 3
DJ Alok has helped restore 3 million sq m of native forest in Brazil Brazilian DJ and music producer Alok Achkar Peres Petrillo, known simply as Alok, has taken his environmental work from the stage into forest restoration projects across Brazil. On June 1, 2026, the UN Environment Programme named Alok a Global Goodwill Ambassador, highlighting work carried out through the Alok Institute, which… The Times of India · Oct 3
Kansas artist spent 30 years filling his 70-acre property with 600 metal totems A Kansas artist spent roughly three decades turning his 70-acre property in Mullinville into an outdoor gallery of metal sculptures. M.T. Liggett filled the roadside landscape with hundreds of tall totems, whirligigs and smaller pieces made from discarded metal and objects from everyday life. Many carried sharp political or social… The Times of India · Oct 3
81 years after British submarine sank Nazi U-boat, Norway faces mercury threat from its wreck Norwegian authorities are grappling with a serious mercury contamination issue stemming from the sunken U-864 submarine, which met its fate during World War II. Recent investigations discovered leaking mercury containers, prompting worries about environmental repercussions. The government is now exploring strategies to mitigate this contamination, with sealing the wreck being… The Times of India · Oct 3
‘It’s shocking really’: Devon community tracks River Dart sewage spills Citizen environmentalists create online platform that flags spills in real time and highlights repeatedly polluted spots The Guardian - UK · Oct 3
Letter: Paul Brown obituary Sean Ryan writes: The Guardian environment correspondent knew how to deal with Brazilian muggers The Guardian - UK · Oct 2
South East Water expands hosepipe ban to vulnerable people after dry September A dry September has compounded the impacts of the UK’s record hot summer The Independent UK · Oct 2
Influencer Couple Faces Backlash for Sitting on Endangered Sea Turtle and Playing With Its Baby Oman's Environment Authority says legal proceedings have begun after footage allegedly showed influencer Vadym Oleynik sitting on a protected sea turtle and handling a hatchling at Ras Al Jinz. International Business Times UK · Oct 2
Player One · Oct 2 'House of the Dead: Reawakened' Brings Classic Arcade Horror Into VR Sega's "House of the Dead: Reawakened" brings the arcade horror series into VR with a Gothic cabinet, co-op play, haptic guns, and three missions.
The Times of India · Oct 2 Hanford landfill has taken 20 million tons of waste since 1996 and is expanding At the centre of Washington state’s sprawling Hanford Site, an enormous engineered landfill is being made larger as one of the United States’ biggest environmental cleanup programmes continues. According to the US Department of Energy (DOE), the Environmental Restoration Disposal Facility (ERDF) has been receiving waste since 1996. Over that…
The Economic Times · Oct 1 European Prize for Women Innovators 2027: Recognition, categories, key dates and application details The 2027 European Prize for Women Innovators is inviting women entrepreneurs and innovators to apply for European recognition of their work. Jointly awarded by the European Innovation Council (EIC) and European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), the prize recognises women creating economic, societal and environmental impact through innovation.
The Economic Times · Oct 1 NASA is preparing the Moon for humans: Three new missions will search for underground shelter, water ice and hidden hazards NASA is planning three investigations on the Moon to gather essential information for a future lunar outpost. These investigations will monitor environmental conditions, explore for underground lava tubes, and search for lunar ice resources. The data collected will inform the design and safety of structures supporting human activities on the…
The Economic Times · Oct 1 Warning signs multiply for Trump just a month before the midterms The Republican Party is entering a challenging political environment as midterm elections approach. Issues related to tariffs and the Iran war are causing economic concerns among voters. Recent polling reveals low approval ratings for Trump's handling of the economy and cost of living. Early voting data indicates stronger Democratic participation…
The Guardian - AU · Oct 1 Matt Kean warns climate crisis ‘isn’t someone else’s problem’ as largest coal project in NSW history greenlit Exclusive: Climate Change Authority chair says planning commission did not account for climate-related economic damage in NSW
Fortune · Oct 1 Exclusive: Nine-person Halluminate raises $30 million, counts four top U.S. AI labs as customers The nine-person company says it has reached a mid-eight-figure annualized revenue run rate selling finance-specific training environments to frontier AI labs.
The Economic Times · Oct 1 Mars had a secret water history: NASA rover finds ancient groundwater and hot fluids that reshaped the planet after its ancient lake vanished NASA's Perseverance rover discovered that Jezero Crater's Margin Unit was influenced by various water processes. The findings reveal alterations by ancient groundwater, lake water, and later hot fluids. These discoveries challenge previous assumptions about the crater's geological history and its water systems. Researchers believe that olivine and other minerals could…
The Guardian - UK · Oct 1 Orgy, apocalypse and exorcism: Faye Driscoll’s revolving bed puts everyone in a spin The US performance-maker’s Weathering, which evokes people clinging to a life raft, has left a trail of overwhelmed audiences. As it arrives in the UK, she reflects on creating a sensory environment to involve us all
inkl · Oct 1 Why Choose a Removable Mesh Pool Fence for Your Pool Area A swimming pool can be a valuable addition to any home, offering a convenient place for exercise, recreation, and relaxation. However, maintaining a safe pool environment should always be a priority. One practical solution for improving pool safety is a removable mesh pool fence. Designed to create a physical barrier…
The Guardian - US · Oct 1 Trump the environmentalist? How his Iran war exposed the fragility of dirty energy Gavin Newsom says Trump is a ‘gift’ to the climate cause for dispelling notions of fossil fuel energy security