Sunken Barges Create New Essex Bird Island in First-Of-Its-Kind Project
National Trust sinks three barges in Essex estuary to create novel bird island habitat, using sediment and recycled Thames lighters.
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19th Century Shipwreck Found in Lake Michigan After 60-Year Search
Shipwreck hunter Paul Ehorn finds the Lac La Belle steamer in Lake Michigan after a 60-year search, over 150 years after it sank.
Sycamore Gap Saplings Planted As Trees Of Hope
Saplings from the felled Sycamore Gap tree are being planted across the UK as symbols of hope and resilience.
RSPB Advises Taking Down Bird Feeders This Summer to Curb Disease Spread
RSPB advises removing seed feeders from May to October to curb trichomonosis spread; greenfinch numbers down 67%.
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'Hunt' on for those behind massive illegal waste dump in Merseyside
Massive illegal waste dump with 30,000 tonnes of rubbish found in Merseyside; clean-up costs estimated at £4m; criminal investigation underway.
First Sycamore Gap Saplings Planted Across UK
National Trust plants 49 Sycamore Gap saplings across UK, including at Greenham Common and Strabane, as 'trees of hope'.
Crowborough's Marilyn Hill Summit In A Front Garden
A Marilyn bagger confesses to guiltily climbing Crowborough's summit, located in a front garden, in a letter to the Guardian.
Teenager Rescued After 15-Metre Fall While Taking Selfie at Georgia Waterfall
A 17-year-old hiker was rescued after falling 15 metres while taking a selfie at Raven Cliff Falls in Georgia, suffering only minor injuries.
New Zealand Adds Feral Cats to Predator-Free 2050 Target
New Zealand adds feral cats to its Predator-Free 2050 strategy, aiming for eradication by 2050 amid support and calls for humane control.
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Wycoller: The Lancashire Village Frozen in Time Where Cars Are Banned
Discover Wycoller, the Lancashire village frozen in time with a car ban, ancient bridges, and links to Jane Eyre and the Brontë sisters.
Sweet Secret for Better BBQ Sausages: Ditch Ketchup, Use Honey
A cooking expert from HelloFresh reveals that drizzling honey or sweet chilli sauce on hot dogs after grilling creates a delicious sweet-and-savoury contrast, elevating your summer BBQ.
Natural Hack to Keep Flies Away from Wheelie Bins
Learn how to keep flies away from your wheelie bin using white vinegar. A simple, natural hack to deter insects and prevent infestations.
Keep Flies Away from Bins with Vinegar and a Sanitary Pad
Discover how to prevent flies and maggots in your wheelie bin using white vinegar and a sanitary pad. A simple, natural solution from a cleaning expert.
Citronella in Perfumes Repels Insects Naturally
Citronella, a scent found in many perfumes, naturally repels insects like mosquitoes and midges. Learn how to use fragrance to avoid bites this summer.
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Three luxury yachts sink in Sydney marina fire
Three luxury yachts sank after a fire at The Spit marina in Mosman, Sydney. One woman hospitalised. Police not treating as suspicious.
Rare Axolotl Found Under Welsh Bridge Probably an Abandoned Pet, Say Experts
A 10-year-old girl found a rare axolotl under a Welsh bridge, likely an abandoned pet, say experts. The critically endangered salamander is recovering.
Hiker Stumbles Upon Hidden Abandoned Building in Welsh Woods
A hiker in Wales discovers an abandoned building in Bridgend woods, untouched and intact, sparking speculation it may be a WWII bunker.
Uganda Halts Tourism After Alleged Tourist Abduction
Ugandan forces hunt gunmen who abducted an American tourist and her driver in Queen Elizabeth National Park, demanding a $500,000 ransom.
Feral Horse Numbers Surge in Kosciuszko Park After Culling Pause
Feral horse numbers surge in Kosciuszko National Park after a pause in aerial culling, prompting calls to scrap retention zones and reduce the target of 3,000 horses.
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Subterranean Fungi Networks Span 110 Quadrillion Km
First global mapping of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi reveals networks stretching 110 quadrillion km, highlighting their role in sustaining plant life and climate regulation.
Ashton's £14.6m Market Square canopy nears completion
The £14.6m Market Square canopy project in Ashton-under-Lyne is nearing completion, with work expected to finish by autumn 2026. New events and artisan markets are planned.
Attenborough's Urgent Advice for UK Cat Owners
Sir David Attenborough advises UK cat owners to fit bells on collars, keep cats indoors at dawn/dusk, and place bird feeders high to reduce bird deaths.
Wrestling charity launched to fight youth knife crime in Scotland
A former gang member has founded Scotland's first professional wrestling charity to steer vulnerable children away from knife crime, offering free classes and support.
Aberthaw Power Station Chimney Demolition Set
The chimney stack at Aberthaw Power Station, Wales' last coal-fired plant, will be demolished in a controlled explosion on Friday, with public viewing at Fonmon Castle.
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Dad blames vape oil for son's death in Benidorm
Harry Whitton, 18, from Dundee, died suddenly in Benidorm. His father believes a vape oil bought locally caused a fatal reaction, urging awareness of vaping dangers.
Baby Tortoise Survives Jungle Box Fire
A baby tortoise was found alive after a devastating fire at The Jungle Box play centre in Buntingford, Hertfordshire, which killed all other animals. Fire crews called it a 'small but powerful moment.'
Aldi Confirms 62p EV Charging Rule in 250 UK Store Car Parks
Aldi has transferred 1,200 EV charging points at over 250 UK stores to Drax, with rapid charging at 62p per kWh and fast charging at 40p per kWh, expanding sustainable options.
RSPCA Urges Public to Join June 15 Campaign for Animals
The RSPCA is calling on animal lovers across the UK to take part in RSPCA Week from June 15-21, featuring fundraising and acts of kindness to support animals in need.
Farne Islands Puffin Census 2026 Begins
Rangers on Northumberland's Farne Islands have started the annual puffin census, monitoring seabird populations after bird flu and storms. Last year's count showed a decline to 38,000 puffins.
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Salford restaurant to free parrot kept in glass tank after backlash
A luxury Salford restaurant has agreed to surrender a blue-and-yellow macaw named Rio to a wildlife group after a campaign by 10,000 people condemned the bird being kept in a glass box.
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