Norwich's £4,000 pigeon hawk scheme fails
A £4,000 hawk deployed to scare pigeons from Norwich's medieval market has failed after locals fed the birds 'industrial amounts' of seed. The council pauses the scheme amid public backlash.
A £4,000 hawk deployed to scare pigeons from Norwich's medieval market has failed after locals fed the birds 'industrial amounts' of seed. The council pauses the scheme amid public backlash.
A unique Glasgow sculpture celebrates pigeons, as Brits share heartwarming lockdown stories of the birds. Discover why these urban dwellers deserve our respect and admiration.
A unique Glasgow sculpture of a pigeon reading a paper, crowned with a traffic cone, has inspired heartfelt letters defending the much-maligned birds. Discover why pigeons are being hailed as heroes.
A gang of children as young as 10 is terrorising Eltham High Street, launching fireworks and throwing live pigeons into shops. Business owners fear for their livelihoods as anti-social behaviour spirals. Read the full report.
Oscar-winning actress Brenda Fricker, famed as Home Alone 2's Pigeon Lady, opens up about roles drying up and health struggles, feeling 'invisible' in later life. Read her poignant story.
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A journalist's crash course at the humble Dorset track where F1 star Lando Norris first learned to drive. Discover the story behind the potential new British champion.
UK travellers planning a Venice trip are warned that feeding pigeons in St Mark's Square could result in a €500 fine. Learn the local laws to avoid costly penalties.
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Gardening legend Alan Titchmarsh reveals his controversial but effective method for dealing with slugs and shares essential tips for creating the perfect summer garden.
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The long-awaited EU Entry/Exit System faces further postponement as key European nations struggle with implementation, potentially creating travel chaos for UK passport holders crossing the Channel.
Major border disruption fears ease as EU postpones controversial Entry/Exit System until 2024. Here's how it will affect your European holidays.
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Celebrity medium Sally Morgan reveals an extraordinary story of receiving a spiritual message via a pigeon from Ryan Thomas's late father, Dougie James. The former Coronation Street star was left stunned by the unique sign from beyond.
In a heartwarming and bizarre revelation, former Coronation Street star Ryan Thomas shares that his father, Dougie, is convinced his new pet pigeon is the reincarnation of a late relative, bringing unexpected comfort to their family.
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Country music legend Ronnie McDowell's performance in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, turned to tragedy when his son and bandmate, Ronnie 'Trey' McDowell III, suffered a suspected stroke on stage. The harrowing incident, captured by the audience, has left fans w
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A Barcelona footballer left teammates and staff stunned after reportedly eating a pigeon during a training session. The bizarre incident has sparked reactions across the football world.
The head of UK air traffic control faces scrutiny after a technical glitch caused widespread flight disruptions, leaving thousands of passengers stranded.
Thousands of passengers face chaos as a technical glitch in the UK's air traffic control system causes widespread flight cancellations and delays at Heathrow, Gatwick, and other major airports.