Dinosaurs Fed Young Special Diet for Faster Growth
A new study of fossil teeth reveals that duck-billed dinosaurs fed their young a softer, nutritious diet, aiding rapid growth and suggesting advanced parental care.
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Guardian Readers Rally to Support Cornish Boat Cleanup Crusader
After a Guardian feature, readers donated over £23,000 to Steve Green's mission to remove abandoned fibreglass yachts from Cornwall's creeks, funding his environmental activism.
Del Monte Shutdown: 420,000 Peach Trees to Be Removed
After Del Monte Foods closed its canneries, California peach growers will destroy 420,000 trees. Federal aid of $9 million aims to prevent $30 million in losses.
Australia Leads Global Fruit and Veg Value
A new study reveals Australia offers the most affordable fruit and vegetables worldwide, with oranges, mandarins, and persimmons leading the value chart.
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Gardening Expert: Buy These Two Plant Types Now
Gardeners' World presenter Joe Swift recommends buying tender annuals and herbs now, but warns against planting outside due to risk of a cold snap.
US Vineyards Battle Spotted Lanternflies Spread
Spotted lanternflies are devastating US vineyards and forests, with growers resorting to squashing them. Scientists seek solutions as the insects spread across 19 states.
Growing Sweetcorn: A Delightful Summer Crop
Sweetcorn thrives in large, sunny gardens with wind pollination. Learn tips for planting, spacing, and harvesting homegrown cobs this summer.
Kill Weeds in Minutes with White Vinegar: Garden Hack
Discover how white vinegar, a common kitchen staple, can eliminate weeds in under an hour without harsh chemicals. Learn the best application tips and precautions for a weed-free garden.
Billionaire's Son Offers to Save Escobar's Hippos from Culling
Anant Ambani, son of Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani, has offered to relocate 80 hippos from Colombia to his animal sanctuary, Vantara, after officials approved a culling plan.
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Woolly Mammoth Extinction Still Affects Ecosystems Today
New research reveals that ancient megafauna extinctions, like the woolly mammoth, still influence modern food webs, with the Americas showing lasting impacts from severe losses 50,000 years ago.
Indian Billionaire's Son Offers to Rescue Escobar's Hippos
Anant Ambani, son of Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani, has offered to relocate 80 hippos descended from Pablo Escobar's animals to his wildlife centre in India, instead of allowing Colombian authorities to cull them.
Composting Guide: How to Make 'Black Gold' for Garden
Learn how to compost at home to create nutrient-rich 'black gold' for your garden. Tips on bins, browns vs greens, and maintenance.
Barge rescue approved for stranded whale Timmy in Germany
German officials greenlight a barge rescue for Timmy the humpback whale, stranded for over a month near Lübeck. Two entrepreneurs fund the effort.
3 Vital Signs for Dahlia Sprouting Now
Struggling with dahlias not sprouting? Expert shares three key signs to check—soil temperature, moisture, and tuber firmness—to ensure healthy growth.
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Vermont ewe gives birth to rare sextuplets
A Vermont farmer was shocked when her ewe gave birth to sextuplets, a rare occurrence with odds as high as one in a million. All lambs are healthy.
Vermont Sheep's Surprise Sextuplets Astonish Farmers
A sheep at Clover & Bee Farm in Underhill, Vermont, gave birth to six lambs, far exceeding the expected twins. The rare sextuplets and mother are healthy.
Why Black Truffles Thrive in Australia: Scientists Uncover Key Factors
Scientists identify reduced fungal competition as a key reason for Australia's success as the fourth-largest black truffle producer globally.
Mouse Plague Intensifies as Hundreds Overrun Australian Farms
A farmer captures night vision of hundreds of mice in his paddock, highlighting the severity of a mouse plague affecting parts of South Australia and Western Australia.
Land Robots Reshape Ukraine-Russia War Dynamics
Ukrainian forces increasingly use unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) to replace infantry in high-risk tasks, citing reduced casualties and enhanced battlefield efficiency.
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Sheep's Wool: Best Natural Slug Deterrent, Says Expert
A gardening expert with 25+ years of experience recommends sheep's wool as a natural slug barrier, more effective than eggshells or bark, to protect plants from damage.
Add Natural Item to Japanese Maple Soil Before Summer
Gardening experts urge adding mulch to Japanese maple soil in spring for better growth. Learn how to apply and avoid the graft site for best results.
Conservationist Killed by Rhino He Protected in South Africa
Schoeman van Jaarsveld, 58, was fatally gored by a black rhino during a patrol at Samara Karoo Reserve. He dedicated his life to anti-poaching efforts.
Best Plants to Keep Rats Away from Your Garden
Discover the best plants to deter rats from your garden, according to experts. Natural repellents like mint and lavender can help keep rodents at bay.
Jakarta Targets 10 Tons of Invasive Janitor Fish Removal
Authorities in Jakarta are removing at least 10 tons of invasive janitor fish from waterways to restore ecological balance, amid concerns over water quality and animal welfare.
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Mouse Plague Hits WA Farmers with 4,000 Burrows Per Hectare
Western Australia faces a severe mouse plague, with reports of up to 4,000 burrows per hectare, threatening grain crops and farmer livelihoods.
Bolivia's Cacao Farmers Win Against Gold Mining Industry
In Bolivia's biodiverse northwest, cacao farmers have successfully passed local laws banning gold mining to protect their organic crops and environment from contamination, setting a model for other municipalities.
UK Chicken Farming's Soya Dependence Risks Environment
The UK imports over 3 million tonnes of soya annually, with 68% from South America, fueling factory-farmed poultry. This reliance on cheap imported soya poses significant environmental and economic threats, including deforestation risks.
Fallen 300-Year-Old Lime Tree Redefines Shropshire Landscape
A majestic common lime tree in The Marches, Shropshire, that stood for centuries defining the landscape has fallen during Storm Dave, leaving an absence that reshapes the vista and reveals historical fragments.
3 Plants to Attract Birds to Your Garden in April
Gardening expert Pim Dickson shares three essential plants to place outdoors in April that will encourage birds to visit your garden regularly throughout the year.
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Gardener Warns Against Common Spring Planting Error
Peter Dowdall, The Irish Gardener, cautions against planting summer bedding too early despite sunny weather, explaining it wastes money and harms plants.
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