uk
Demand for water use highest since 2022 drought
Islanders urged to use water “wisely” after demand soared in heatwave. Source link
Can a 10-second finger workout help keep your brain healthy?
Dr Oscar is back with the latest health headlines. Source link
Woman's Hour
A new report highlights growing demand and long waits in child mental health services. Source link
Why is crucial tech vulnerable to the heat?
Energy grids and train services are among the vital services that are vulnerable to very hot weather. Source link
Farming worries after India records driest June in over a decade
Weaker monsoon rains are likely to impact farm output but the government says it has enough grain stocks to deal with any shortages. Source link
Three beaver kits born in Wyre Forest enclosure
New beaver kits are captured on camera after a family of six beavers were first released in 2024. Source link
Tears and celebrations as river 'wiggle' restored
The meander in the River Kemp has been restored in a project led by Severn Rivers Trust. Source link
Beavers stop station from flooding, ecologists say
A colony of beavers reintroduced to Ealing has also helped other wildlife to thrive, ecologists say. Source link
E-scooters being advertised for commuting despite UK road ban
A Press Association investigation found major retailers advertising e-scooters for “commuting” and “urban riding”. Source link
Women with PMOS should have yearly NHS checks, says health watchdog
Despite affecting millions of women in the UK, PMOS is still under-diagnosed and inconsistently managed, say experts. Source link