Plant Lavender Now for a Classic English Country Garden
Lavender, hailed as the quintessentially English flower, should be planted now to create stunning summer borders. Experts share tips on varieties, planting, and care for optimal results.
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Vietnamese Man Pleads Guilty to Possessing Protected Python Parts
A Vietnamese national has pleaded guilty in Malaysian court to possessing over 1,200 protected python parts without license. The wildlife haul valued at $9.3 million reveals Malaysia's role as illegal trade hub.
DNA Tools Help Ecosystems Adapt to Fast Climate Change
As climate change accelerates beyond natural evolution, scientists employ conservation genomics to identify resilient species for ecosystem restoration, from coral reefs to redwoods.
RSPB Warns Bird Feeders Risk Starling and Greenfinch Populations
The RSPB reveals alarming declines in starling and greenfinch numbers, linking disease spread at feeders to the crisis. New data from the Big Garden Birdwatch shows urgent action is needed.
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Firefighters Rescue Three Fox Cubs Trapped in Leicester Family's Wall
A family in Leicester called firefighters after hearing scratching noises from their garage wall on Easter Sunday, leading to the dramatic rescue of three trapped fox cubs, with one requiring oxygen therapy.
Giant Rodent Deliberately Reintroduced to California, Experts Warn
Wildlife officials report that nutria, invasive giant rodents, may have been deliberately reintroduced in California, threatening fragile wetlands and ecosystems.
Puppy Rescued from Abandoned Chimney in Dramatic Operation
A malnourished puppy was rescued from an abandoned home's chimney after a neighbour spotted it peering from the roof, with fire crews and animal welfare teams collaborating in the dramatic operation.
Rescued Baladi Puppy Seeks UK Home After Street Attack
Barny, a three-month-old Baladi puppy rescued from a dog attack in Egypt, is now looking for a safe forever home in the UK through Miracle's Mission.
Monty Don's Lawn Fix: Aerate for Moss-Free, Thicker Grass
Gardening expert Monty Don reveals a crucial spring task to eliminate moss and promote thicker, healthier grass growth through simple aeration techniques.
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Spring Blooms at Risk: Expert Warns of Hidden Weed Threat
A gardening expert warns that unchecked weeds are secretly stunting plant growth this spring, with a simple trowel technique offering the best solution for vibrant blooms.
Dog Poo Bags Found Stuffed in Hadrian's Wall Cracks
Furious locals and park rangers condemn irresponsible dog owners for ruining the UNESCO World Heritage site by stuffing filled poo bags into the ancient wall's cracks.
Japan Urges Tourists to Stop Coin Tossing in Mount Fuji Ponds
Tourists are being asked to stop throwing coins into the sacred ponds at Mount Fuji's base, as concerns grow over water quality and environmental impact at the Unesco site.
RSPB Urges Seasonal Bird Feeding to Combat Decline
The RSPB warns that UK starling and greenfinch populations face severe declines, urging households to adjust bird feeding practices seasonally to prevent disease spread.
Scientists Discover Secret Antarctic Island in Danger Zone
A team of 93 scientists aboard the Polarstern icebreaker discovered a previously unknown island in Antarctica's Weddell Sea after seeking shelter from rough weather. The island, measuring 130 metres long, was found in an area marked as a navigation hazard
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Stephen Rutt's 'The Waterlands' Celebrates Britain's Water Heritage
Naturalist Stephen Rutt explores Britain's waterways in 'The Waterlands,' highlighting water's vital role and urging reconnection with this precious resource amid pollution concerns.
Inverness Easter Egg Hunt Chaos as Gulls Attack 16 Times
An Easter egg hunt in Inverness was disrupted by 16 incidents of aggressive gulls swooping at children and the public, prompting a new gull management pilot project by Highland Council.
Cat Missing for Five Years Miraculously Reunited with Owner
A Derby woman's beloved cat Bodhi, missing since 2021, was found 20 miles away and returned home in an emotional reunion after a chance Facebook message.
Starling and Greenfinch Declines: RSPB Urges Feeder Hygiene
The RSPB's Big Garden Birdwatch reports an 85.1% decline in starlings since 1979 and a two-thirds drop in greenfinches, linked to diseases like trichomonosis. Over 650,000 participants noted these trends.
Nesting Dove Returns to Frieda Hughes's Garden After Year's Absence
A nesting dove has returned to the metal tree in Frieda Hughes's garden after a year away, symbolising resilience and beauty in nature's cycles.
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RSPB: Seasonal Bird Feeding Crucial to Save Declining Songbirds
The RSPB warns that diseases spreading at bird feeders are contributing to severe declines in starling and greenfinch populations, urging households to adopt safer feeding practices.
RSPB's New Seasonal Bird Feeding Advice to Fight Disease
The RSPB has updated its bird feeding advice, urging a pause on seeds and peanuts from May to October to curb trichomonosis, which has caused a 65% decline in Greenfinches.
Tourist Coin Tossing Threatens Mount Fuji Ponds' Water Quality
Tourists tossing coins into Mount Fuji's crystal-clear ponds at Oshino Hakkai raise environmental concerns, with 50,000 coins recovered and warnings issued to protect the mineral-rich spring water.
Readers Discuss 'Death Cleaning' Treasures and Modern Ironies
Guardian letters reveal personal stories of finding treasures through 'death cleaning', critiques of HMRC support, and observations on American irony, alongside practical concerns about emergency planning.
Criticism of Plan to Relax Chicken Farm Rules
The UK government's proposal to ease planning regulations for industrial chicken farms is under fire for being shortsighted and unsustainable, with calls for nature-friendly alternatives.
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Biruté Galdikas, Orangutan Conservation Pioneer, Dies at 79
Biruté Galdikas, the pioneering primatologist who dedicated her life to studying and protecting orangutans in Borneo, has died aged 79. Her groundbreaking research transformed scientific understanding of these critically endangered great apes.
Chimpanzee Civil War: Ngogo Group's Fatal Split Documented
A new study reveals a chimpanzee civil war in Uganda, where a unified group split and waged coordinated attacks, killing members in a rare case of in-group violence.
EPA Proposes Weakening Coal Ash Disposal Rules
The US Environmental Protection Agency has proposed rolling back regulations on toxic coal ash disposal, potentially increasing risks of water contamination and exposure to hazardous waste.
Kilauea Volcano Erupts in Hawaii, Lava Fountains Soar High
Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupted on Thursday, sending lava fountains over 200 meters into the air and closing Hawaii Volcanoes National Park due to ashfall warnings.
Farmers Struggle with Fuel and Fertiliser Shortages in War
Journalist Gabrielle Chan discusses how rural Australians face supply chain disruptions from the Iran war, impacting fuel and fertiliser, and the political rise of Pauline Hanson ahead of the Farrer byelection.
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70,000 Bees Invade Home, Mistaken for Monsters by Child
A North Carolina family discovered a massive bee hive in their wall after their daughter complained of monsters. The infestation required removal of 70,000 bees and costly repairs.
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