24 h. ago ‘We feel we’re fighting a losing battle’: the race to remove millions of plastic beads from Camber Sands

A huge cleanup effort has seen volunteers working to remove beads by hand and machine. They can only wait and see the extent of damage to wildlife and dune habitatJust past a scrum of dog walkers, about 40 people are urgently combing through the sand on hands and knees. Their task is to try to remove millions of peppercorn-sized black plastic biobeads from where they have settled in the sand. Beyond them, a seal carcass grins menacingly, teeth protruding from its rotting skull.Last week, an environmental disaster took place on Camber Sands beach, on what could turn out to be an unprecedented scale. Eastbourne Wastewater Treatment Works, owned by Southern Water, experienced a mechanical failure and spewed out millions of biobeads on to the Sussex coastline. Southern Water has since taken responsibility for the spill. Ironically, biobeads are used to clean wastewater – bacteria attach to their rough, crinkly surface and clean the water of contaminants.Camber Sands is one of England’s ...

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38 h. ago Protect your dog from common winter infection with tips from our Star Paws expert

It’s not just people that get sniffles in the winter – your dog could end up with a nasty case of kennel cough, says Star Paws columnist Catherine Lamb

Science

40 h. ago 'My dog worries me with his strange behaviour but vet said it's actually sweet'

A woman was left feeling worried after noticing her dog doing a strange thing after every walk - but the reason might surprise you, as it actually has a sweet meaning

Politics

42 h. ago Vet advises on unsafe dog walking temperatures as UK braces for cold snap

A vet has shared when it's too cold to walk your dog, as temperatures are set to plummet across the UK this week. Here's everything you need to know about keeping your pet safe

Politics

45 h. ago Vet shares when it's too cold to walk dogs as UK temperatures plummet in November

A vet has recently said it can be too cold to walk your dog. As temperatures are set to plummet in the UK in November, there's something you need to know about daily walks

Politics

67 h. ago Autistic boy, 5, mauled by 'aggressive' dog in park screamed 'I'm going to die'

DISTRESSING CONTENT: A mum shared her horror after her son, 5, was dragged to the ground by an 'aggressive dog' while she walked with her young children in the park - police have arrested a man following the shocking incident

Events

3 d. ago Side hustles: Seven Londoners on their second jobs (and how much money they earn)

From the accountant riding for Deliveroo on his way home to the teacher moonlighting as a nail artist, Katie Strick meets five savvy Londoners who’ve monetised their hobbies to foot the rising bills

Politics

5 d. ago Urgent plea to UK households to stop making common electric blanket mistake

Although a warm blanket may feel perfect as you snuggle into bed on cold, dark winter night, it could unknowingly put your life at risk

Politics

5 d. ago Cosy Christmas night out in floating igloo with cheese fondue and wine

Halloween is over and Bonfire Night has been and gone so there's only one thing helping us all through the cold, dark winter - and that's the thought of Christmas.

Politics

5 d. ago 80s movie heartthrob, 79, is unrecognizable on dog walk in LA 42 years after acting career stalled – can you guess who?

A MOVIE star from a hit 80s box office smash looks so different from his hunky role. At 79 years of age, the actor headed out on a walk in Los Angeles last week while looking unrecognizable from his heyday when he wore his hair in brown curls. Sporting a full head of white hair...

Politics

6 d. ago Ukraine strikes leave Russian cities without heat and power in pinpoint attack

Ukraine's drones and missiles have left Russians shivering in the dark as the two countries trade brutal strikes aiming to 'weaponise winter' and wreck power systems

Events

6 d. ago Dog owners urged to be vigilant on walks as 'poisonous' threat spikes in November

A dog expert is urging owners to 'go straight to the vet' if they stop any of these signs after a walk.

Events

7 d. ago Major search launched for missing OAP who vanished on dog walk in Pitlochry

James Nicoll, 89, went walking with his black Labrador dog called Josie before he disappeared.

Events

7 d. ago Dog owner shares devastating warning as puppy dies after walk

A dog owner was left devastated after her one-year old Springer Spaniel puppy was rushed to intensive care after developing an infection after a walk where later he sadly passed away

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7 d. ago Woman issues tragic warning to all dog owners after puppy dies in intensive care

When a woman's dog fell seriously ill after a walk, it was rushed to intensive care and tragically passed away. Now, the dog owner is issuing important advice to others

Events

8 d. ago Dog owners issued alert about walking pets at certain time of day

Vets have shared some important advice for dog owners who walk their pets at a certain time of day, and it could make a big difference to the safety of their animals

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8 d. ago Vets issue alert to dog owners who walk their pets at certain time of day

Vets have issued an alert to dog owners who walk their pets at a certain time of day. Before heading out, there's something vital you need to know about spending time in the fresh air

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9 d. ago Dog walker recalls moment she spotted shark on beach — and saved its life

Colleen Dunn first thought the animal on the sand at Nehalem Bay State Park in Oregon, US, was a baby great white — but upon closer inspection realised it was a little salmon shark

Politics

1 week ago Scots knife thug who stabbed dog walker in crazed attack jailed

Paul Weller Aires, 42, has been jailed for seven years after he stabbed the 43-year-old victim on Teviot Crescent in Hawick.

Events

1 week ago Feeling depressed by cold, dark weather? 11 table lamps that will boost your mood this winter

To combat this winter sadness, also known as Seasonal Affective Disorder, it's often recommended to use lighting to boost your mood.

Science