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Bangkok's 'Little Godzilla' Lizard Boom Reaches Crisis Point

Bangkok faces an urban wildlife crisis as Asian water monitors, dubbed 'Little Godzillas', swarm the city's canals and streets. Authorities struggle to manage the booming population of these formidable reptiles living alongside 11 million residents.

NYC Tree Census Shows 5% Growth in Urban Canopy

A groundbreaking city-wide survey uncovers a 5% surge in New York's street tree population, with Queens leading the growth. Discover the changing face of the urban forest and its impact on climate resilience.

Photographing the UK's vanishing garage culture

Photographer Philip Butler captures the poignant beauty and social history of Britain's humble garage blocks, a fading icon of 20th-century urban planning, in a stunning new visual archive.

Major Nor'easter Batters US East Coast

A severe nor'easter storm is battering the US East Coast, bringing life-threatening conditions, hurricane-force winds, and the worst coastal flooding in over a decade to areas from the Carolinas to Nantucket.

Sydney Submerged: Record Deluge Triggers Major Flood Emergency

A catastrophic rain bomb has unleashed chaos across New South Wales, with Sydney facing its worst flooding in decades. Evacuation orders are in force as rivers burst banks, threatening homes and critical infrastructure. Full details on the unfolding crisi

First lawsuit filed over Texas flooding tragedy

A devastating flood in Texas has led to the first lawsuit after a woman and her fiancé were tragically washed away from their RV park. Legal action seeks justice for the catastrophic event.

Giant rat found in London shocks pest control experts

A massive rat, described as the size of a small dog, has been discovered in London, leaving pest control professionals shocked. Experts warn of potential health risks and urge residents to stay vigilant.

Creepy backyard discovery shocks Melbourne residents

A Melbourne resident uncovered a spine-chilling mystery in their own backyard, sparking fear and intrigue among locals. The unsettling find has left many questioning what else might be lurking beneath the surface.

Portland's homeless crisis overwhelms streets

Portland's homelessness crisis reaches breaking point with tents and rubbish lining the streets, sparking frustration among residents and businesses as city leaders debate long-term fixes.

Kate Jackson's motorway art exhibition

Former Long Blondes frontwoman Kate Jackson reinvents herself as a motorway artist, capturing the overlooked beauty of Britain's flyovers in a bold new exhibition.

Londoners moving to Sussex amid climate concerns

New data reveals a growing trend of London residents moving to Sussex, driven by rising temperatures and urban pollution. Experts warn of long-term impacts on local communities.

Giant 22-inch rat spotted in London

A massive rat measuring 22 inches from nose to tail has been spotted in London, sparking fears of a rodent invasion. Experts weigh in on whether this could be the UK's largest rat.

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