2 h. ago Cat owners urged to ‘keep pets indoors’ when it hits ‘dangerously low’ temperature this week

MUCH like us, our pets are not particularly fond of the cold temperatures we are experiencing. A vet has shared how to protect your cats this winter and when it becomes 'dangerously cold' for them to be outdoors. One of the most challenging things about having a pet is their limited ability to express discomfort...

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7 h. ago US carbon pollution rose in 2025. Experts blame cold winter, high natural gas prices, data centers

Researchers say the United States emitted 2.4% more greenhouse gases in 2025 than the previous year

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10 h. ago Consumer prices likely stayed elevated in December as data recovers from shutdown

Inflation likely remained elevated last month as the cost of electricity, groceries, and clothing may have jumped and continued to pressure consumers’ wallets

Economics

20 h. ago London hospital trust among those to declare 'critical incidents' amid high demand as flu and norovirus cases surge

Hospitals are facing a ‘triple threat’ of cold weather, winter viruses and a high number of patients requiring specialist care

Science

28 h. ago California wants to mix hydrogen with gas to cut climate pollution. Critics say that poses risks

Blending green hydrogen with natural gas is seen by some as key to achieving California’s clean energy goals

Society

51 h. ago Garden expert says 'gorgeous' tree will 'thrive' in chilling weather this January

Experts say winter gardens can still flourish, with hardy plants thriving in the cold and January perfect for certain pruning and early planting

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51 h. ago Garden expert says 'gorgeous' plant will 'thrive' in chilling weather this January

Experts say winter gardens can still flourish, with hardy plants thriving in the cold and January perfect for certain pruning and early planting

Science

52 h. ago UK shoppers buy less food and drink as experts blame 'fat jab Christmas'

Grocery sales hit £19.6billion over the four weeks to December 27 - up 2.5% compared to the previous year - but sales on a volume basis fell 0.2%

Economics

58 h. ago Dunelm £34 winter duvet 'like sleeping under a cloud' gives shoppers 'best sleep'

'Like most of us I can’t bear being cold, so winter is a challenge! This lovely, soft, high tog value is the best we can get for warm nights.'

Economics

59 h. ago How to dress in cold weather: 10 stylish and cosy updates for winter

Whether it’s hidden layers or touchscreen gloves, our fashion expert shares her tips for staying snug when the temperature drops• The best slippers for men and womenDressing for winter is a balancing act: it’s rare you’ll ever be the perfect temperature. One moment you step outside to see your breath hanging in the air, the next you’re packed into a sweltering, crowded train.Luckily, a few smart wardrobe hacks can help with this seasonal conundrum. From thermal fabrics that keep you warm without bulk to breathable knitwear, these simple upgrades can transform your winter style while keeping you warm and cosy even on the coldest days. Continue reading...

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63 h. ago Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv struggles to stabilise ruined power grid after major Russian attack

Residents battle bitter winter cold inside unheated apartments; Ukraine confirms UN to hold emergency meeting Monday on Russian ballistic missile attack. What we know on day 1,418Engineers in Kyiv scrambled on Saturday to stabilise a power grid brought to the brink by a campaign of Russian strikes, including one two nights ago. The city’s residents huddled against bitter winter cold inside their unheated apartments on Saturday as engineers worked to restore power, water and heat. Prime minister Yulia Svyrydenko said that the power situation in the capital was still difficult, as the grid was badly damaged and people were using more electric heaters because of the cold.Ukraine’s foreign minister Andrii Sybiha confirmed Saturday the UN security council would hold an emergency meeting on Monday to discuss Russia’s latest large-scale attack on Ukraine, which used an Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missile. “The meeting will address Russia’s flagrant breaches of the UN Charter,” Sy...

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3 d. ago Planting 1 tree now will 'bring you fruit in your garden for years to come'

Horticultural expert, Bex Edwards has highlighted one particular winter hardy tree than can be planted during the cold winter months and will bear plenty of fruit despite its small size

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4 d. ago ‘Profound impacts’: record ocean heat is intensifying climate disasters, data shows

Oceans absorb 90% of global heating, making them a stark indicator of the relentless march of the climate crisisThe world’s oceans absorbed colossal amounts of heat in 2025, setting yet another new record and fuelling more extreme weather, scientists have reported.More than 90% of the heat trapped by humanity’s carbon pollution is taken up by the oceans. This makes ocean heat one of the starkest indicators of the relentless march of the climate crisis, which will only end when emissions fall to zero. Almost every year since the start of the millennium has set a new ocean heat record. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Stop ice from forming on car by leaving 'unlikely' food item on your windscreen

Drivers have discovered a new trick for defrosting their car windscreen on a cold winter morning - and all you need is a common item that you can find in most kitchens

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4 d. ago ‘Damage is piling up’: has the Netherlands forgotten how to cope with snow?

Cyclists and others voice frustration as transport infrastructure descends into chaos amid increasingly rare cold snapA week-long winter cold snap that would once have been normal in the Netherlands has caused more than 20,000 flight cancellations, chaos on roads and railways, buildings to partially collapse, and a stream of angry cyclists asking why roads seem better gritted than cycle lanes.Since Saturday, up to 15cm of snow has fallen across the country, with temperatures of -10C (14F) including wind chill, sparking angry commentary over how some nations manage months of snow but the Netherlands, no longer used to it, appears paralysed. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Give your 2026 knitwear an upgrade with these designer inspired pieces from one of the UK’s favourite high street stores

HIGH-street favourite, Next has just dropped its new-season knitwear and it’s packed with a range of impressive colours, motifs and textures that feel designer-inspired.  If you’re looking to upgrade your winter wardrobe, then with the cold weather at the moment, you’ve probably got knitwear at the forefront of your mind.  2026 is set to be...

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5 d. ago Matalan's new range is 'perfect for the school run' on cold winter mornings

The new range, which shoppers insist looks 'luxury for the price', starts at £8

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5 d. ago The Scottish Borders winter loch walk near cosy pub to escape the cold

It offers "ever-changing stunning views".

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5 d. ago Pensioners and people on Universal Credit in certain areas due £25 DWP payment

Plunging temperatures have triggered the first Cold Weather Payments of winter.

Economics

5 d. ago EU accused of fuelling Putin’s war by importing Russian liquefied natural gas

Despite Brussels’ pledge to ban Russian LNG by 2027, shipments to European ports increased in the last yearEuropean governments have been accused of fuelling Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine as new data shows the Kremlin earned an estimated €7.2bn (£6.2bn) last year from exporting its liquefied natural gas (LNG) to the EU.Brussels has pledged to ban imports of Russian LNG – natural gas that is supercooled to make it easier to transport – by 2027 but an analysis suggests there is yet to be any letup in the vast quantities being received at European ports from Russia’s LNG complex on the Yamal peninsula in Siberia. Continue reading...

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