Country Diary: A Broken Leg and Singing Crossbills
A solitary walk in a winter forest turns surreal with a broken leg discovery and the rare song of crossbills. A poignant reflection on nature's cycles and resilience.
Category : Environment
National Trust buys land around Cerne Abbas Giant
The National Trust has purchased 25 acres of chalk downland surrounding Dorset's famous Cerne Abbas Giant for £1.5 million, safeguarding the ancient site's setting. Support their conservation work.
Report: Reuse Schemes Could End Plastic Waste in 15 Years
A new report reveals that mandatory reuse and return systems could eliminate single-use plastic waste in the UK within 15 years. Discover the roadmap to a cleaner future.
Endangered white lion cubs born in Venezuelan zoo
Maracay Delicias Zoo in Venezuela welcomes two rare white lion cubs, a conservation triumph. Public naming contest launched. Learn about this genetic rarity and global efforts.
Aussie Publican's Fury Over Indigenous Road Signs Sparks Debate
A Queensland publican demands removal of 'Bigambul Traditional Country' road signs, sparking a fierce national debate over native title, history, and community consultation. Read the full story.
Farmers arrested in London tractor protest over tax
British farmers were arrested in London after a Budget Day tractor protest against an agricultural inheritance tax. Read their story and the claims of political policing.
Invasive Chinese Mitten Crab Found Again in Oregon
An invasive Chinese mitten crab, capable of scaling 13-foot walls, has been found in Oregon's Willamette River. Wildlife officials urge public vigilance to protect native ecosystems.
Drunk raccoon wrecks liquor store in Virginia
A raccoon broke into a Virginia liquor store, smashed bottles, and drank scotch before being found passed out. The animal was safely released after sobering up. Read the full story of this unusual break-in.
Drunk raccoon breaks into Virginia liquor store
A raccoon broke into a closed Virginia liquor store, drank alcohol, and passed out. The animal was safely released after sobering up. Read the full story.
AI finds 86,000 hidden quakes at Yellowstone supervolcano
Artificial intelligence has detected tens of thousands of tiny, previously missed earthquakes beneath Yellowstone, mapping its normal 'heartbeat' and creating a vital tool for future eruption warnings. Discover the seismic breakthrough.
Labour MPs rebel against farmer inheritance tax plans
Labour backbenchers urge government to review farming inheritance tax after Commons vote, arguing it fails to target celebrities and billionaires. Read the latest.
Schoolies Trip Ends in Tragedy as Teen Swept Out to Sea
An 18-year-old school leaver is missing, presumed drowned, after being caught in a rip current at an unpatrolled NSW beach. The search has been called off due to dangerous conditions.
Indonesia floods death toll passes 700, 1 million evacuated
Torrential rains and flash floods across Asia have killed over 1,200 people, with scientists linking the destructive power to human-induced climate change. Discover the escalating crisis.
One Plant to Attract Robins to Your Garden All Year
Discover the gardening hack to see robins in your garden beyond Christmas. Planting a hawthorn tree and providing the right food can make your space a bird haven.
Swine Fever Outbreak in Spain Blamed on Sandwich
Spain's military is deployed after an African swine fever outbreak near Barcelona, potentially caused by a contaminated sausage sandwich. Key exports to the UK and China are halted.
Use 99p bubble wrap to stop frost damaging garden plants
A floral expert explains how to use cheap bubble wrap as insulation to protect your outdoor plants from freezing UK winter temperatures. Simple steps to safeguard your garden.
Tunbridge Wells water crisis enters fifth day
Tunbridge Wells faces a fifth day without running water, affecting 24,000 people. MP demands CEO's resignation as schools close and residents struggle. Read the full story.
European Flat Oysters Thriving in Firth of Forth
A major restoration project sees European flat oysters thriving in the Firth of Forth with an 88% survival rate, boosting marine biodiversity and water quality. Discover the promising results.
Use Tennis Balls in Your Garden to Help Wildlife in Winter
A simple gardening hack using old tennis balls can prevent ponds from freezing and act as a guide for hedgehogs and birds during the cold UK winter months.
Deputy Shire President Dies in Ravensthorpe Bushfire Tragedy
Tragic news as respected farmer and Shire deputy president Mark Mudie dies battling a bushfire threatening his West River property. The community is devastated. Read the full story.
Ancient China's Gendered Human Sacrifice Practices Uncovered
Archaeologists discover a highly gendered Stone Age society in China, with evidence of separate male and female sacrificial rituals 3,800 years ago. Read the full study.
One Simple Item to Attract Birds to Your Garden in Winter
Gardening experts reveal the single most effective way to attract birds to your garden this December. It's not food, but a vital resource they need even more in winter.
Egg Expert's 1 Tip for Fresher, Better-Tasting Eggs
An egg specialist reveals the crucial label to look for on supermarket boxes to ensure fresher, richer eggs from high-welfare farms. Make an informed choice for quality and ethics.
Stop Your Houseplants Dying When the Heating Goes On
As central heating returns, learn the essential hacks to prevent your houseplants from drying out. Our guide reveals how a simple seasonal reset can save your greenery.
Water chaos in Tunbridge Wells after chemical mishap
Thousands in Kent face fourth day without water after South East Water adds wrong chemicals. Schools shut, elderly struggle, and MP demands CEO's resignation.
Critically Endangered Arabian Caracal Filmed in UAE
Wildlife experts capture rare footage of the elusive Arabian Caracal in a UAE national park, sparking calls for continued conservation of wild spaces. Discover the story.
BBC Breakfast: 600 dead in Indonesia floods and landslides
Sally Nugent delivered devastating news on BBC Breakfast as the death toll from floods and landslides in Indonesia rose to at least 600. Rescue efforts continue amid severe weather.
Dead Sea Snakes Wash Up on Australia's Nanga Bay
Over a dozen venomous sea snakes have mysteriously stranded on Western Australia's coast since October. Scientists urge public caution and to report sightings.
Rare Mandarin Duck Spotted in UK Winter Wetlands
A spectacular male mandarin duck has been sighted in UK wetlands, thrilling birdwatchers. Discover where to see this colourful visitor and what its presence means for conservation.
Labour's plan for stricter rules on wood-burning stoves
Labour ministers propose stricter standards for new wood-burning stoves to cut PM2.5 emissions by 30% by 2030. Consultation launched, but no ban on existing stoves planned. Read the full details.
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