Record Number of Gray Whale Deaths on Northwest Beaches
22 gray whales have died of strandings on Washington beaches this year, with malnutrition linked to climate change reducing prey in the Arctic.
Category : Environment
Inside Europe’s Illegal Eel Trade: Why Efforts to Stop It Are Failing
Europe's illegal eel trade, worth €2.5bn annually, thrives despite bans. Smugglers exploit African routes and lack of traceability, endangering the critically endangered species.
Count Binface Steps In to Challenge Farage in Clacton By-election
Count Binface, a novelty candidate, challenges Nigel Farage in the Clacton by-election, drawing media attention with quirky policies.
Countryfile's Adam Henson rebuffed after asking farmer duo about bank balance
BBC Countryfile presenter Adam Henson was shut down by farmers after asking who had the biggest bank balance during a segment on their partnership.
French Firefighters Race to Control Blazes Near Bordeaux
Over 260,000 evacuated as wildfires approach Bordeaux; temperatures set to hit 41°C. Macron calls it France's worst crisis since WWII.
Expert Recommends Planting This Hardy Cherry Tree Now for Years of Fruit
Gardening expert Bex Edwards recommends planting a compact Cherry Stella tree now for up to 5kg of sweet cherries annually.
Gardening Expert Warns Against Composting Tea Bags Directly
Gardening expert Simon Akeroyd advises against composting tea bags due to microplastics, recommending drying leaves instead.
France Wildfires Near Bordeaux Threaten City
Over 260,000 evacuated in southern France as wildfires burn 42,000 hectares, with temperatures set to hit 41°C near Bordeaux.
Migratory Beekeepers in Assam Battle Climate Change Amid Growing Honey Demand
Migratory beekeepers in Assam face climate change challenges such as floods and heat, but continue to meet growing honey demand.
North Wales wildfire warning after beauty spot fires
Police warn that fires at three North Wales beauty spots could have caused devastation, after 'idiots' lit campfires amid hot weather.
Macron: France wildfires biggest threat since WW2
Emmanuel Macron called the Gironde blaze France's most severe fire crisis since WWII, warning the fight will take time as 220,000 evacuate.
Garlic: The 22p Kitchen Staple That Could Keep Rats Out of Your Garden and Home
Garlic, costing just 22p per bulb, can naturally deter rats and mice from homes. Expert advice on using this kitchen staple as a repellent.
French Wildfires: Race to Contain Blazes Near Bordeaux
Wildfires raging near Bordeaux force over 260,000 evacuations; Macron calls it worst crisis since WWII as 41C heatwave approaches.
Wyoming Tightens Wastewater Rules After Meta Contractor Flushes Bacteria
Wyoming tightens wastewater rules after Meta contractor flushes bacteria-tainted water into public sewers.
Bald Eagle Drops Cat Through Car Windscreen
Driver in North Carolina escapes injury after bald eagle drops cat carcass through windscreen; 911 call captures bizarre encounter.
France Wildfires Near Bordeaux Before 41C Heatwave
Emergency crews race to contain wildfires near Bordeaux as a heatwave threatens 41°C. Over 260,000 evacuated, 42,000 hectares burned, two firefighters dead.
France Wildfires: Race Against Time as Heatwave Intensifies
Firefighters battle to contain wildfires in Gironde, France, as over 200,000 flee and temperatures near 40C. A town mayor says, 'We are at war with an enemy.'
Honey Fungus Sightings Surge 200% in UK Amid Climate Crisis
Honey fungus sightings in the UK have increased by almost 200% due to a hot summer and damp autumn, with experts linking the surge to the climate crisis.
Bordeaux Wildfires: Race to Contain Before 41C Heatwave
Wildfires are nine miles from Bordeaux as the mayor prepares for 'all eventualities' amid a new 41C heatwave. Over 260,000 evacuated in France, with two firefighters dead and 88 injured.
Peanut the squirrel euthanised by New York authorities after seizure
New York authorities euthanised social media star Peanut the squirrel and Fred the raccoon after seizing them over rabies concerns, sparking outrage from owner Mark Longo.
Two Belgian Teens Plead Guilty in Kenya Ant Smuggling Case
Two Belgian teenagers, aged 19, pleaded guilty in Kenya to smuggling over 5,000 ants. The case highlights a growing trade in exotic insects for pets, raising biodiversity concerns.
Fight to save abused horse Whispa as teen owner battles for her
A rescued horse named Whispa is fighting for her life after a kick caused a severe leg infection, and her 15-year-old owner Katie Hall is desperate to save her.
Alan Titchmarsh warns planting trees too deeply could cost thousands
Gardening expert Alan Titchmarsh warns gardeners that planting trees too deeply can be fatal and cost thousands of pounds.
Body Treatment for Smooth Summer Skin
Cosmetic Consult's Miracle Skin Transformation Body Treatment targets body acne, keratosis pilaris, ingrown hairs, and rough texture for smoother skin from chest to toe.
Cold Snap Could Boost Migratory Bird Numbers for RSPB Survey
European cold snap may bring more fieldfares and redwings to UK for RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch, starting 23 January.
Flamingos flock to Venice in record numbers as wetlands restored
Record numbers of flamingos are appearing in Venice's lagoon due to wetland restoration, with nearly 24,000 counted in 2025.
Toucan Rescued After Months in Las Vegas Wilds
A toucan that spent months flying wild in Las Vegas has been rescued by a bird rescue group.
Crocodile Discovered in Queensland Resort Swimming Pool
A juvenile crocodile was found in the pool of the Sheraton Mirage resort in Port Douglas, Queensland, prompting removal and new warnings.
Cornwall Jet Ski User Banned from Disturbing Dolphins
A man received a police warning for deliberately disturbing dolphins on a jet ski in Cornwall, breaching the Wildlife and Countryside Act.
Plant autumn crocus now for September garden colour
Plant autumn crocus (colchicum) in July for spectacular purple-to-pink blooms from September to October. Bulbs must be in ground by early August.
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