T rex Skeleton Auction Sparks Scientist Concerns
The sale of 'Gus', a 67-million-year-old T rex skeleton, at Sotheby's for $20M-$30M raises alarms among palaeontologists who warn that private fossil sales harm scientific research.
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Country Diary: Spotting Young Hares on Eyam Moor
High on Eyam Moor, Derbyshire, a leveret's hiding skills are on display. Subterfuge is key to survival for young hares, which hide in plain sight to avoid predators.
Courgette Fritters with Cheese and Brown-Butter Creme Fraiche
Discover two versatile courgette recipes: crispy fritters with sheep's cheese and brown-butter creme fraiche, plus slow-cooked courgettes with preserved lemon and ricotta on toast.
Progressive Overhaul of Disability Benefits System Needed
The Timms report reveals the UK's disability benefits system is 'not fit for purpose' and 'dehumanising'. A progressive alternative could scrap point-based assessments, restore indefinite awards, and save billions.
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Most UK Media Ignored Climate Link in June Heatwave Coverage
Nearly three-quarters of UK media articles about June's record heatwave omitted any mention of climate change, with only 6% of Sun stories and 9% of Mirror stories referencing global heating, analysis shows.
Scottish Scientists Appoint Ocean to Board
The Scottish Association for Marine Science has appointed the ocean as a board trustee, giving it a formal say in decisions to protect marine ecosystems.
Pinch Out Trailing Plants for Bushier Growth: Hack
Pinching out trailing plants like pothos or tradescantia redirects energy, producing bushier growth. New shoots appear within weeks, and cuttings can be rooted to fill gaps.
Undercover in Laos: Chinese Tourism Fuels Animal Trafficking
Undercover investigation reveals that booming Chinese tourism in Laos, driven by a new high-speed rail line, is fueling illegal wildlife trade of pangolin scales, rhino horn, and elephant ivory, pushing pangolins toward extinction.
Crowd Control Weapons Misuse at ICE Protests Causes Injuries
A new report by Physicians for Human Rights and UC Berkeley documents 412 incidents of crowd control weapon misuse at ICE protests from June 2025 to May 2026, causing 203 injuries including blindings and traumatic brain injuries.
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Undercover in Laos: Chinese tourism fuels illegal wildlife trade
Covert footage reveals how organised crime networks in Laos use front shops to sell pangolin scales, bear bile, and tiger bones to Chinese tourists, driving species to extinction.
Vegan Barbecue Guide: Jerk Aubergines, Stuffed Courgettes
Discover how to host a vegan barbecue with jerk aubergines, lentil-stuffed courgettes, and griddled pineapple. Expert tips from chefs on plant-based grilling.
RFK Jr's Panel Overhaul Stalls Kids' Tobacco Quit Update
The US Preventive Services Taskforce has not issued binding recommendations since March 2025 due to RFK Jr's overhaul, stalling updates on child tobacco cessation, cervical cancer screening, and more.
Macron's Final Bastille Day Parade Amid Heatwave and Wildfires
Emmanuel Macron presided over his final Bastille Day parade in Paris as a heatwave and wildfires forced cancellations of firework displays and balls across France. The parade featured 6,700 troops, 98 aircraft, and 25 Ukrainian soldiers, highlighting Euro
California Faces Highest Shark Numbers in Years
California is set to see one of its sharkiest summers in a decade, with large numbers of juvenile great whites migrating north from warm Mexican waters due to El Niño.
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Cincinnati's $1.9bn Fund Can't Fix Housing Crisis
Cincinnati has a $1.9bn infrastructure fund from a railroad sale, but restrictions imposed by Republican state lawmakers prevent spending on new housing, exacerbating the city's housing crisis.
Hegseth's Beard Ban: Aesthetic Politics in Trump's Military
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth bans beards in the US military, part of a broader aestheticisation of politics under Trump, rooted in a 2018 humiliation over his own beard.
C of E Votes Against 30% Rewilding Target by 2030
The Church of England voted against a plan to rewild 30% of its land by 2030, passing a weaker amendment. Campaigners criticize the church for lacking moral leadership as one of England's biggest landowners, with only 3.5% currently used for nature restor
AFL and CA's Embrace of Modi Breaks Trust on Inclusion
Rana Hussain argues that the AFL and Cricket Australia's welcome of Narendra Modi undermines their diversity efforts, eroding trust among minority communities who feel their perspectives are ignored.
Billionaire Status Symbols Invite Feminine Mockery
Traditional status symbols like superyachts and luxury watches are losing prestige as social media amplifies mockery, particularly of billionaire-coded masculinity, with women leading the cultural shift.
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Fans sympathise with Monty Don's dog Ned in heatwave
Monty Don's dog Ned copes with a heatwave by drinking bathwater, prompting fans to express sympathy. The RSPCA warns of heatstroke risks and advises cooling methods.
Aldi offers free period products in UK stores during school holidays
Aldi confirms free period products in all UK store toilets throughout summer school holidays, addressing period poverty as students lose access to school-provided items.
Mould Won't Grow in Wardrobes with 2 Natural Items
Place uncooked rice and lemon essential oil in wardrobes to absorb moisture and prevent mould growth, says cleaning guru Chantel Mila. Rice acts as a natural desiccant, lasting up to three months.
Llanelli Fly Infestation Worst Ever, Residents Say
Residents in south Llanelli are plagued by a severe fly infestation since June, leaving them unable to cook, eat, or open windows. The council is investigating as a priority.
Mobile Phones Are a 'Hidden Pollen Trap' for Hay Fever
Hay fever sufferers warned that mobile phones can trap pollen and worsen symptoms during the UK heatwave, with high pollen levels forecast. Experts advise regular cleaning.
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Reform MS: Welsh Government 'Anti-White' Over Diversity Schemes
Reform MS Joe Martin accused the Welsh Government of 'anti-white discrimination' over diversity schemes, including a 20% hiring target for ethnic minorities and £5,000 teacher bursaries, sparking a heated exchange with the First Minister.
James Haskell's Sapiosexuality Explained
James Haskell reveals he is 'probably a sapiosexual.' Learn what sapiosexuality means, how it differs from demisexuality, and expert insights on intellectual attraction.
Maggie's Park Opens in Forgewood Honouring Margaret Halloran
A new play area named Maggie's Park has opened on Fife Drive in Forgewood, honouring Margaret Halloran, a beloved swing park attendant. The project was developed by North Lanarkshire Council with partners and funded by £80,000.
Eight Liverpool Parks Win Green Flag Awards
Eight parks in Liverpool have been awarded Green Flag status, the international mark for well-managed green spaces. Sefton Park retained its award for the 19th year, while Springfield Park earned it for the first time. Liverpool now has more Green Flag pa
RHS Urges Gardeners to Leave Bee Drinker and Pebble Saucer
The Royal Horticultural Society urges UK gardeners to leave out a saucer with pebbles and a 'bee drinker' to help bees survive heatwaves, as temperatures exceed 30C.
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British Pop 'Too Posh' as State School Kids Lose Out
British pop music has become 'too posh', with state-educated children having little opportunity to succeed like past working-class stars, warns Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy as a new music plan is unveiled.
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