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What's the hottest temperature ever recorded in the UK?
As temperatures soar to 34°C in parts of the UK this weekend, we ask, what is the hottest it has ever been?

Hundreds of Americans die each year from this deadly parasite. And it can come from their pet
Humans can become infected with toxoplasmosis through exposure to cat faeces

This popular garden feature can seriously raise the risk of local flooding. And many of us are 'sleepwalking' into disaster
Paved gardens raise the risk of flooding

Chris Packham is moving his dogs to a plant-based diet – should you? Here’s what the research says
Chris Packham has explained why he's transitioning his dogs onto a vegan diet

Could black liquorice hold the key to inflammatory bowel disease treatment? New research looks promising
New research conducted using stem cell technology points towards a surprising potential option for treating IBD
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Looking beyond London? These 10 incredible city marathons deliver huge crowds, iconic routes, and electric race-day energy
Can't get into the London Marathon despite years of ballot entries? You're not alone. Instead, why not check out these 10 incredible city marathon alternatives in Europe and beyond. These popular events compete with London for atmosphere, scenery, and history.

Sir David Attenborough’s greatest programmes: Inside the landmark wildlife series that created a global icon
As the broadcasting titan celebrates his 100th birthday, Kevin Parr digs into the archives to choose his favourite television series from Sir David Attenborough’s unparalleled career.

Archaeologists discover remarkable Neolithic structure that's older than Stonehenge

Quest to save Britain's most famous apple tree
The original Bramley apple tree is at risk but fans are rallying round to save its life

England’s red squirrels at serious risk of extinction due to North American invader
The beloved red squirrel could disappear from England within a generation, warn campaigners
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You don’t have to be outdoors to appreciate nature’s rhythms, says Nicola Chester

Star-bathing one of the tourism trends of 2026 you have to get onboard with
Just how do you immerse
yourself in the night sky? Sky-bathing is the word on everyone's lips this year. Georgie Duckworth ventures to Wales’ Elan Valley to find out what it's all about...

Brits now consume 750 tonnes per month of this nutritional powerhouse
Brits consume around 750 tonnes of tenderstem each month. We delve into the farming behind the scenes of the high-value veg.
