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.
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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.
Toby Carvery Owner Faces Eviction Over Ancient Tree Damage
Toby Carvery owner Mitchells & Butlers faces eviction for felling a 500-year-old oak tree without permission, prompting council legal action and public outrage.
Chester Zoo reintroduces hundreds of near-extinct snails
Hundreds of near-extinct snails bred at Chester Zoo have been released on Bugio island in the Madeiran archipelago, restoring habitat and supporting biodiversity after a rescue mission.
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Dog Owner Warns of Adder Danger After Pet's Fatal Bite
Claire Young warns dog owners after her Jack Russell Mouse died from an adder bite in the Cotswolds. Vets say anti-venom was ineffective due to the small dog's neck bite.
Mount Olympus joins UNESCO World Heritage List (27.07.2026)
Mount Olympus, the highest mountain in Greece and legendary home of the gods, has been officially inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List after 12 years on the waiting list.
Two Men Charged After Tarpon Dies in Florida Aquarium Break-In
Two men arrested for breaking into Florida Keys aquarium and catching a tarpon that later died. Charged with burglary and illegal fishing.
Jill Simpson obituary: Pembrokeshire Coast interpretation officer
Jill Simpson, interpretation officer for Pembrokeshire Coast national park, helped establish refugee support group Croeso Arberth. She died aged 76.
Disposable BBQ sparked Macclesfield Forest fire investigation
A disposable BBQ is believed to have caused a major fire in Macclesfield Forest, prompting an investigation. Firefighters received 61 calls about the blaze.
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Bill Oddie's Top 3 Plants for Attracting Birds
Bill Oddie's favourite plants to attract birds to UK gardens are Hawthorn, Rowan, and Mahonia, as revealed in 2014. The wildlife presenter and Goodies star died aged 85.
Carly Simon Reveals Parkinson's and Cancer
Carly Simon has revealed she has Parkinson's disease and underwent treatment for basal cell carcinoma, explaining her retreat from public life.
Salford Bingo Hall Among 140 Heritage Asset Sites
Salford Council plans to award heritage asset status to 140 sites, including a bingo hall, pet groomer, and post boxes, protecting them in planning decisions.
Wildfires Near Bordeaux: Hotel Zone Evacuated, 220,000 Flee
More than 220,000 people have been evacuated from the Bordeaux region as wildfires edge closer, closing the airport hotel zone but flights continue.
Explorer Visits Scotland's Forbidden Anthrax Island
Explore the history of Gruinard Island, contaminated by WWII anthrax experiments, and the Dark Harvest Commandos' protest.
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Stowaway Fox Basil Settles In at Bronx Zoo After Quarantine
Fox Basil, who stowed away from Southampton to New York, completes quarantine after treatment for rare heartworm at Bronx Zoo.
‘Bringing the boys back home’: mountain bongos return to Kenya in conservation win
Four mountain bongos repatriated from Czechia to Kenya in a major conservation effort to save the critically endangered species.
National Parks Issue Quicksand Warning Ahead of Spring Break
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area warns of quicksand as spring break visitors arrive. Two recent rescues highlight dangers. Safety tips provided.
Australian Threatened Species Habitat Loss Doubles; Microplastics Studies Questioned
Australian threatened species habitat loss doubles; microplastics studies doubted due to contamination.
Rare Pine Marten Kit Rescued After Being Mistaken for Fox Cub
A rare pine marten kit, mistaken for a fox cub, is rescued and hand-reared at a wildlife hospital in Tewkesbury.
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Timmy The Whale Starts Journey Home After Rescue
Stranded humpback whale Timmy begins barge journey from German waters to the North Sea, amid debate over rescue efforts.
Britain's First 'Gull Ranger' Aims to Ease Human-Seagull Conflict
Patrick Safford, 24, starts as Britain's first gull ranger in Eyemouth to improve human-seagull relations through education. He says gulls are intelligent and mostly harmless.
Queensland Cattle Stations Devastated by Floods
Queensland cattle stations face devastating losses after extreme floods kill hundreds of thousands of livestock and wildlife.
Humpback whale Timmy freed in North Sea after weeks stranded
A young humpback whale named Timmy, stranded in Germany for weeks, has been released into the North Sea after a controversial rescue operation.
Mass Poisoning Suspected After 18 Wolves Found Dead in Italian National Park
18 wolves found dead in Abruzzo national park in Italy; suspected poisoning. Conservationists call it worst wildlife crime in a decade.
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Jodie Marsh Wins Licence to Keep Marmosets at Essex Sanctuary
Jodie Marsh wins licence to keep 12 marmosets at her Essex sanctuary after legal battle with council.
Moor fires: Crews move to containment phase
Fire crews tackling moor fires in Greater Manchester and Derbyshire have moved from intensive firefighting to a containment phase, with land equivalent to 1,250 football pitches burnt.
How to stop towels smelling musty with a 6p trick
A simple 6p trick using tumble dryer sheets can keep towels fresh and prevent musty smells, according to cleaning fans on Facebook.
How to keep wasps away from your home with citrus peels
Placing citrus peels on windowsills and near doors can deter wasps from entering your home, according to pest control experts.
First puffling sighting in 30 years boosts Dorset hope
A rare puffling sighting at Dorset's puffin colony, the first in 30 years, gives conservationists fresh hope for the struggling population.
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Burnham pledges to end rough sleeping in England as PM
Andy Burnham promises to end rough sleeping in England, allocating an additional £340m over three years to replicate Greater Manchester homelessness schemes.
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