Lamb prices rise 21% over Easter – as experts blame climate change

Experts from Zero Carbon Analytics for the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU) have warned that bad weather has increased lamb prices by seven to 21 percent.

By SHIVALI INNOVATOR, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Published: 7:01 PM EDT, April 2, 2026 | Updated: 7:04 PM EDT, April 2, 2026 With Easter only a few days away, many Brits will be stocking up for Sunday roasts. But if you have lamb on the menu, a new study suggests it could cost you. Experts from … Read more

April’s full moon decides the date of Easter – here’s how it works

A full moon shines on a dark pink background over the ocean with grass-covered dunes in the foreground.

The first full moon of the year appears on April 1 and plays an important role in setting the date of Easter. The official time the moon will be full is 10:12 pm EDT. Interestingly, once the full moon arrives, its position in the sky will make it about twelve degrees south-east of the inhabited … Read more