It’s International Day of Happiness and to celebrate we’ve rounded up 10 ways that will give both you and the planet reasons to smile

We make a mountain of 2 billion tons of waste each year which ends up in landfill. Recycle more with our expert tips and we can all tackle the climate crisis

The 10-million-pound seaweed blob which spans thousands of miles is a threat to beaches and human health from toxic emissions

The British parliament has passed an act making it illegal to import hunting trophies from 6,000 different species

The UAE is home to many amazing recycling initiatives, and Global Recycling Day provides the perfect motivation to start using them

Green beans and blueberries joined the Dirty Dozen list with strawberries and spinach continuing to hold the US top listing top spot

For women who have lost their mothers, have a bad or non-existent relationship with them, or aren’t mums themselves, Mother’s Day can be a painful landmark. Here, experts offer tips and advice for coping on the day

Show your mum just how much you care this Mother’s Day with the sweetest gift of home-made cupcakes

From spa days to vegan handbags, show your mum she’s the world’s number-one this Mother’s Day with this gorgeous local gift guide

An increasing number of high profile brands are experimenting with plant-based fashion with the hope of weeding out conventional toxic textile practices