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Healthy environment ruled a human right by world’s top court, as campaigners hail ‘seismic’ win

Countries could be held legally liable for failure to act on climate change

The Independent UK

Nations who fail to curb fossil fuels could be ordered to pay reparations, top UN court rules

Landmark opinion says those that fail to prevent climate harm could be liable for compensation and restitution

The Guardian - UK

How the nature of environmental law is changing in defense of the planet and the climate

While the dangerous effects of climate change continue to worsen, legal efforts to address a range of environmental issues are also on the rise.

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Algal bloom crisis to go under Senate microscope

An environmental issue that has decimated marine animals across Australia will be subject to a Senate inquiry after broad parliamentary support.

AAP

‘Total infiltration’: How plastics industry swamped vital global treaty talks

Petrostates and well-funded lobbyists at UN-hosted talks are derailing a deal to cut plastic production and protect people and the planet

The Guardian - UK

Giant trolls built from trash want to save humans from themselves

Danish artist Thomas Dambo creates giant wooden trolls from recycled materials to promote environmental awareness

The Independent UK

Archaeologists uncover identity of 1700s Orkney shipwreck

Experts have been examining the vessel since it was discovered last year on the island of Sanday.

Evening Standard

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5 Things That Look Eco-Friendly But Aren’t

In a world where sustainability is a growing priority, companies are quick to slap “eco-friendly” labels on just about everything. But not all so-called eco-friendly products are as green as they seem. From clever marketing tactics to half-truths about materials and recycling, many items are more harmful to the environment…

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No wonder England’s water needs cleaning up – most sewage discharges aren’t even classified as pollution incidents

England’s privatised water industry may one day be considered a textbook case study of failed corporate responsibility, regulation and governance. The Cunliffe review, the recent report into England’s privatised water industry, concluded that the financial regulator, OfWat, needs to be disbanded and a new water regulator will be introduced.

The Conversation

Broadcast watchdog called in over Labour's 'misleading' Scottish water claim

AN interview in which a top Labour minister’s claim that “pollution levels in Scotland are worse than they are in England” went unchallenged…

The National (Scotland)

Annuals are the forgotten native plants. Here are 7 worth adding to the garden

Gardeners are embracing native plants more and more for their environmental benefits, But native annuals are often overlooked

The Independent UK

Environment Secretary urged to apologise for ‘misleading’ Scottish water claims

Holyrood’s Climate Action and Energy Secretary has written to Steve Reed about ‘inaccurate and misleading comments’ about water quality in Scotland.

Evening Standard

Fears another industry will fall victim to algal bloom

A peak industry body fears a toxic algal bloom gripping the coast has triggered a collapse in bookings, as the state government matches federal support funding.

AAP

5 places to never grow succulents – they'll cause yellowing, shrivelling, and could even kill off your plant

The perfect environment for a succulent is one that is dry, warm, and sunny

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Benzinga

Palmer Luckey Once Brutally Bashed Silicon Valley's Obsession With Easy Cash: 'All The Money Went To Paying People To Do Things That Were A Waste Of Time'

In a conversation last year, defense tech entrepreneur Palmer Luckey criticized Silicon Valley's obsession with "easy money" ventures, saying a tighter funding environment is finally forcing founders to solve real-world problems.

Evening Standard

Homes and factories ‘can be built faster’ with water reforms, says Reed

The Environment Secretary described supply and sewage infrastructure as being ‘critical for housing development’.

The Guardian - UK

‘Broken’ water industry in England and Wales faces tighter controls under new watchdog

Ofwat abolished as ministers adopt Cunliffe review ideas such as sewage map naming and shaming firms

Euronews

UK to create new water regulator after crisis at Thames Water

Britain's Labour government has decided to scrap Ofwat and establish a new watchdog to prevent "abuses of the past."

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8 Emotional Costs of Living in a 55+ Community

For many retirees, moving into a 55+ community promises convenience, a quieter lifestyle, and amenities designed for older adults. These neighborhoods often market themselves as...

The Independent UK

UK temperatures to turn warmer after heavy rain and thunderstorms cause yellow weather warnings

The Environment Agency have warned motorists not to drive through floodwater on Monday and Tuesday

The Guardian - AU

Murray Watt urged to intervene after accusations proposed Queensland coalmine clearing land in greater glider habitat

Queensland Conservation Council releases images appearing to show large areas of bushland felled within threatened species habitat

The Independent UK

Key questions answered on water reforms to protect consumers and environment

The Government is abolishing Ofwat as part of a shake-up of water sector regulation.

The Conversation

Three types of drought – and why there’s no such thing as a global water crisis

Hosepipe bans have been announced in parts of England this summer. Following the driest spring in over a century, the Environment Agency has issued a medium drought risk warning, and Yorkshire Water will introduce restrictions starting Friday, 11 July. It’s a familiar story: reduced rainfall, shrinking reservoirs and renewed calls…

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Government announces water regulator Ofwat will be abolished - everything you need to know and how it will affect your household

A brand new watchdog will oversee water companies in the UK - this is everything we know so far

Evening Standard

What was said in the water report? All the key points

Changes are afoot after the release of the damning report

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