Category : Search result: traditional ecological knowledge


Animist fights £400k fines over natural garden

Karen Barnes, a Canadian animist, is battling £400k in fines from Burlington city over her naturalised garden, citing freedom of religion and expression. Her case could set a precedent for ecological gardening rights.

Black Cab Fightback: The Knowledge Applications Surge

London's iconic black cab trade sees a major resurgence as applications for The Knowledge test hit a decade high, boosted by reforms to the legendary exam. Discover the future of the capital's taxis.

Hollywood horror hurting UK wolf reintroduction

Public support for wolf rewilding in the UK remains low at 36%, with experts blaming centuries of negative portrayals in folklore and modern horror films like 'Nosferatu' for damaging perceptions. Discover the truth behind the myths.

Adult School Test: Can You Score 10/10?

Think your school knowledge is still sharp? Take our challenging 10-question quiz for adults, covering chemistry, maths, literature and more. Discover if you'd still ace your exams today!

Cheer Mom Gets 26 Years for Sex with Teen

A Louisiana mother, Leeann Yammarino, 45, has been sentenced to over a quarter of a century in prison for sexual offences involving teenage boys, including her daughter's 14-year-old classmate.

How AI threatens to erase traditional knowledge

As generative AI becomes our primary information source, centuries of traditional wisdom and local knowledge are disappearing from digital ecosystems. Discover why this matters for global knowledge diversity.

Invasive fish threatens Sri Lanka's ecosystem

An invasive snakehead fish is devastating Sri Lankan reservoirs. Discover how local fishermen are fighting back and creating new economic opportunities from this ecological crisis.

Gove's Curriculum Revolution: 10 Years Later

A decade after Michael Gove's controversial education reforms, we examine the lasting impact of his knowledge-rich curriculum on England's schools, teachers, and students.

Beasts of the Sea: A hypnotic tale of extinction

Iida Turpeinen's mesmerising novel 'Beasts of the Sea' resurrects the tragic story of the Steller's sea cow in a powerful ecological lament that speaks to our current climate crisis.

Colorado beavers destroy hundreds of trees in park crisis

A shocking environmental crisis unfolds in Colorado as beavers systematically destroy hundreds of trees in popular Beaver Creek Park, leaving officials scrambling for solutions to control the ecological imbalance.

Hampstead's vanishing dragonflies: A 75-year mystery

A poignant rediscovery of a 1950 nature diary reveals a startling ecological decline around Hampstead Heath's ponds, where vibrant dragonfly populations have vanished from once-thriving habitats.

Wikipedia rejects Elon Musk's edit attempt

Elon Musk's attempt to edit Wikipedia's World Series page was swiftly reverted by vigilant editors, highlighting the platform's commitment to reliable sourcing over celebrity influence.

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