Green News Local councils trusted more than world leaders on climate, poll finds A new poll reveals UK citizens trust local councils more than world leaders when it comes to tackling the root causes of climate change. 11/11/2021
Culture news The 'Mona Lisa' of stamps, worth $8 million, goes on display in London The unique 1856 1c Magenta from British Guiana was bought at auction in the USA. The sale makes it the world's most expensive stamp. 10/11/2021
Culture news Icon or bygone: Is it time to hang up on Britain's red phone boxes? The story of the red phone box - and its demise - is woven into British history. So join us as we dial the number of a national icon. 10/11/2021
Climate This cheeky 12-year-old from Colombia might just be the next Greta This primary school age activist is teaching adults about climate change. 10/11/2021
Mobility World's biggest carmakers fail to sign up to zero emissions pledge Over 100 companies and governments signed a pledge to switch to electric vehicles by 2040, but the world's biggest carmakers and car markets weren't among them. 10/11/2021
Climate This climate group has published a guide on how to sue Shell and win After a landmark victory against the fossil fuel company, Milieudefensie drafted a how-to guide that has been published during COP26. 10/11/2021
No Comment Guitarist in a kilt leads spontaneous dance action outside COP26 A guitarist in a kilt taught protesters outside the COP26 venue on Tuesday traditional dance moves, as participants pursued negotiations inside. 10/11/2021
Home Can Britain's iconic phone boxes be saved? Today, the red kiosks see more use as props in holiday photos than as communication devices, but the UK's telecoms regulator thinks some may be worth saving. 10/11/2021
Climate COP26 latest: US and China agree to strengthen climate cooperation Follow our live updates as diplomats negotiate on the first draft decision released this morning and the summit turns its focus to the transport sector. 10/11/2021
Green News UPDATED: First draft of COP26 climate deal is released It urges countries to strengthen their climate plans by the end of next year and, for the first time, calls for the phasing out of coal and fossil fuel subsidies. 10/11/2021
No Comment 'Little Amal' puppet of a young Syrian refugee visits COP26 in Glasgow 'Little Amal' puppet of a young Syrian refugee visits COP26 in Glasgow 09/11/2021
United Kingdom COVID-19 vaccine to become mandatory for NHS workers, UK minister says National Health Service workers will have to be fully vaccinated by April 1 in England, UK health secretary Sajid Javid said. 09/11/2021
Conscious Travel Scotland is perfect for avoiding crowds while being immersed in nature Whether you want a pre-organised tour or a solo trip in the wilds, this friendly country will welcome you with open arms - and a dram or two. 09/11/2021
Health news How London’s taxi drivers’ brains are helping in Alzheimer's research Black cab drivers’ brains are different from everyone else’s due to the vast amount of navigational knowledge they need to store - and this is helping scientists research the onset of Alzheimer's. 09/11/2021
Cult Generation pandemic: Saatchi showcases work of graduate artists A new exhibition, at London’s Saatchi gallery, showcases the work of over 200 students who’ve graduated from the capital’s art schools this year. 09/11/2021
United Kingdom 'Coward!': Johnson absent as UK MPs debate corruption after MP scandal Opposition leader Sir Keir Starmer accused the British PM of 'running scared' following last week's failed attempt by the government to overhaul the policing system for parliamentary ethics. 08/11/2021
Climate COP26: 5 takeaways as Obama speaks in Glasgow and ministers join talks As COP26 enters its second week, even more people have made the journey to Glasgow to join the crucial climate talks. 08/11/2021
Living Meet the doctor encouraging people to eat insects to save the planet Dr Indroneel Chatterjee is encouraging people to consume more insects in a bid to fight the climate crisis. 08/11/2021
Culture news Van Morrison sued by NI government minister for libel over COVID rules The 76-year-old singer was a vocal opposer of Northern Ireland's lockdown laws last year and labelled his home country's government "fascist bullies". 08/11/2021
Climate Why is there a huge iceberg melting outside COP26? Scientists have brought an iceberg from Greenland to Glasgow to remind world leaders just how fast the ice sheets are melting. 08/11/2021
Climate These island nations urgently need money to survive climate change It’s not too late to save island nations from climate change, but it will be soon. This is what they need to save their homes. 08/11/2021
Green News Has the UN ‘failed to address’ the root causes of climate change? As official proceedings took a break, activists, experts and campaigners came together to present four hours of evidence about the UNFCCC's inaction on climate change. 08/11/2021
Culture news Live action Gunpowder Plot to launch at the Tower of London in 2022 The attraction is set to be the biggest to open in the capital since The Shard. 07/11/2021
Climate From Pikachu to mermaids: The best protest costumes from COP26 Look through the pictures capturing the imaginative demonstrations happening at the UN climate summit in Glasgow. 07/11/2021
United Kingdom Husband of Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe vows to continue hunger strike The husband of Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe has said he's determined to "continue" his hunger strike which he started almost two weeks ago. 06/11/2021
Art Stifling or an unlikely creative inspiration? Art after lockdown London Grads Now. 21 features the work of MA students, who’ve graduated this year from the capital’s art schools. Among them is Graham Martin, 38, originally from Ayr in Scotland, who studied painting at the Royal College of Art. 05/11/2021