One-Third of India's Dragonflies Likely Extinct, Survey Reveals
Survey finds one-third of India's dragonfly species likely extinct in Western Ghats due to urbanisation and habitat degradation.
Category : Environment
Assassin Spiders Face Extinction After Bushfires
Kangaroo Island assassin spider, a Jurassic-era relic, faces extinction after bushfires and drought destroy its habitat.
Clashes Erupt at Pro-Palestinian Protests Across Italy
Tens of thousands protest across Italy against Gaza war, clashes in Milan and Bologna leave dozens injured and arrested.
Bright Green Dye Leak Turns Sydney Harbour Waters Neon at Kirribilli
Non-toxic fluorescein dye turns Kirribilli harbour green, likely from misuse or prank; no environmental damage reported.
Rare Fossa Triplets Boost Conservation At Chester Zoo
Chester Zoo celebrates first fossa pups in 91 years; triplets boost endangered species breeding programme.
Heatwaves Accelerate Human Ageing, Study Reveals
Study finds heatwaves accelerate biological ageing, with effects comparable to smoking or poor diet. Long-term exposure could harm billions.
Vegan Diet Reduces Environmental Damage by 75%, Study Finds
Vegan diets cut climate emissions, water pollution, and land use by 75%, according to a major study of 55,000 UK diets.
Ocean Acidification Could Weaken Shark Teeth, Study Finds
Study finds ocean acidification damages shark teeth, potentially affecting feeding and marine ecosystem stability.
Greta Thunberg to Join Gaza Aid Flotilla Mission
Greta Thunberg joins Gaza aid flotilla departing Barcelona to break siege, with dozens more vessels expected from Mediterranean ports.
Swap Oil for Water for Crispier Bacon
Cooking bacon in water instead of oil yields crispier, more flavourful results. The water helps fat render evenly, preventing burning and ensuring a rich taste.
Trees Counter Half of Urban Heating but Fail Poorest Cities, Study Finds
Study finds trees offset half of urban heating but provide minimal cooling in poorer, hotter cities, highlighting inequality in tree cover benefits.
Indigenous Australians Win Landmark $3m Native Title Compensation
Federal court awards $3.3m to Indigenous Australians over native title extinguishment, setting a landmark precedent for future claims.
Water Bills to Rise for Millions After CMA Approval
Millions in England face bigger water bill rises as CMA prepares verdict on appeals by five companies to increase charges beyond Ofwat limits.
Expert Reveals 6 Key Tips for a Perfect Lawn This Summer
Gardening expert shares six tips for a perfect lawn this summer, including deep watering, mulching, aeration, and drought-resistant grass.
Lake Mead Drought Reveals WWII Boat and Human Remains
Drought at Lake Mead uncovers WWII boat, human remains including possible mob victim, as water levels hit record lows.
Manchester Arena Bombing Victims' Families to Receive £250,000 Each
Families of the 22 Manchester Arena bombing victims will each receive £250,000 from the public-funded We Love Manchester fund.
Number of People Living in Extreme Heat to Double by 2050 if 2C Rise Occurs, Study Finds
Study warns number of people facing extreme heat will double by 2050 if 2C warming occurs, affecting 41% of global population, with no region immune.
UK Butterflies Bounce Back in 2025 Count After Disastrous Year
UK butterfly numbers bounce back in 2025 Big Butterfly Count after record low in 2024, but only to average levels, with mixed trends across species.
Expert Hacks To Banish Garden Weeds Naturally
Gardening experts share natural weed removal hacks using vinegar, baking soda, vodka, and boiling water.
Rare American Black Tern Has First Hybrid Chick
The only adult American black tern ever recorded in the UK has hatched a hybrid chick with an Arctic tern at Long Nanny Nature Reserve in Northumberland, marking a rare event.
Two Men Killed in Freak Glass Accident in Hertfordshire
Two workmen died unloading glass panels from a lorry in a car park at Hitchin Town FC in Hertfordshire. A third man was treated for minor injuries.
Monty Don's February Pruning Guide for Summer Flowers
Monty Don advises pruning roses, clematis and buddleia in February for better summer flowers, with tips on techniques and timing.
Royal Mail to Roll Out Parcel Postboxes Across UK After Successful Trial
Royal Mail to introduce parcel postboxes across the UK after successful trial, aiding small businesses and online sellers.
Traditional Owners Demand Return of 'Wrongfully Arrested' Crocodile Made Famous by Steve Irwin
Traditional owners demand return of 'Old Faithful' crocodile, arguing its capture was a 'wrongful arrest' based on flawed tests.
Albanese Slams One Nation's Migration Cuts as Hanson's Poll Surge Continues
PM Albanese criticises One Nation's migration cuts and policy stance, as Hanson's poll surge prompts Coalition warnings against defections.
NSW Court Bans Pro-Palestine March to Sydney Opera House
NSW Court of Appeal bans pro-Palestine march to Sydney Opera House, ruling attendees risk contempt of court with no maximum penalty.
Greenpeace Activists Block BP Headquarters on New CEO's First Day
Greenpeace activists block BP's London HQ with solar panels and oil barrels on new CEO Bernard Looney's first day, demanding a shift to renewable energy.
Ethical Arguments for Hunting Fail to Justify Shooting Animals
Readers challenge a pro-hunting article, arguing that hunting's ethical claims are undermined by political lobbying and consumption of factory-farmed meat.
Coffee Grounds Boost Hydrangea Blooms This Summer
Gardening experts reveal that used coffee grounds can boost hydrangea and rose blooms when applied monthly during spring and summer.
Japan Opens World's Second Osmotic Power Plant in Fukuoka
Japan opens its first osmotic power plant in Fukuoka, the world's second such facility, generating steady renewable energy from fresh and salt water mixing.
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