Toddler killed in rare piranha attack in Brazil
A two-year-old girl died after a piranha attack in the Amazon. The tragic incident occurred after she fell through a hole in her family's floating home. Read the full story.
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NC Christmas Tree Farmers Recover After Hurricane Helene
North Carolina's Christmas tree industry, the nation's second-largest, shows resilience and strong sales as farmers rebuild from Hurricane Helene's devastating impact in 2024.
Republicans aim to exempt polluters from PFAS cleanup
Republican lawmakers are pushing to exempt major polluters from paying for 'forever chemical' cleanups, a move environmental groups warn could cripple US pollution efforts. Read the full analysis.
Cold Health Alert for UK Christmas Amid Unlikely Snow
The Met Office forecasts a dry but cold Christmas Day, with a yellow cold health alert warning of increased risks for vulnerable people. Get the latest travel and weather details.
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Top 8 Boxing Day Walks in London for 2024
Discover eight stunning London parks and green spaces for the perfect Boxing Day stroll. From Richmond Park's deer to Thames Path views, find your ideal post-Christmas walk.
Could Humans Really Live on Mars in 50 Years?
Elon Musk envisions Martian holidays, but scientists warn of toxic dust, fragile bones, and a 10-month journey. Discover if a self-sustaining Mars colony is science or fiction.
Merton festive bin collection changes announced
Merton Council announces revised bin collection dates over Christmas and New Year. Find out when to put your bins out in Wimbledon, Morden and Mitcham.
Climate crisis drives up UK Christmas food prices
Extreme weather and fragile supply chains are pushing up the cost of festive staples like cranberries and wheat, raising fears over future UK food security and stability. Discover the climate link to your Christmas shop.
UK deploys weevils and fungi to fight invasive species
UK scientists are releasing biological agents like South American weevils to combat invasive plants such as floating pennywort and Japanese knotweed, aiming to protect native wildlife.
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Vezo people adapt to climate change with seaweed farming
Facing collapsing fish stocks, Madagascar's semi-nomadic Vezo people are cultivating seaweed as a vital new income. Discover how climate change and industrial trawling are reshaping an ancient maritime culture.
Winter Walk in North Pennines Means One Thing: Mud
A Country Diary entry from Teesdale reveals the deep, clinging mud of a winter walk, a testament to the season's raw, elemental beauty in the UK countryside. Discover the sights and sounds.
London Christmas bin collection dates 2025
Your complete guide to revised rubbish and recycling collection dates across all London boroughs this Christmas and New Year. Find out when to put your bins out.
White Christmas 2025? UK forecast predicts frost, not snow
The Met Office forecasts a dry, sunny but cold Christmas for most of the UK, with temperatures near freezing. Discover if snow is expected in your area.
Australia's Christmas Day Weather Forecast 2025
Australians face a turbulent Christmas Day with extreme heat in the west, severe storms in the east, and a cyclone threat in the north. Plan your festive day with the latest official forecasts.
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Couple's Christmas saved after canal sinkhole strands boat
A couple left homeless after a sinkhole drained the Llangollen Canal in Shropshire have been overwhelmed with offers of help from the boating community, saving their Christmas. Read how kindness triumphed over disaster.
Rare Florida Squirrels Released After Wildlife Hospital Bond
Two rare Big Cypress fox squirrels, a threatened species, have been successfully released back into the wild in Florida after bonding during rehabilitation. Discover their heartwarming story of recovery.
Renewable Energy Can Curb Climate Crisis, Says McKibben
Climate activist Bill McKibben argues cheap solar and wind power offer a crucial tool to mitigate global heating, highlighting China's leadership and the US's missed opportunity.
Are used coffee grounds good for your houseplants?
Discover the truth about using spent coffee grounds in your garden and on houseplants. Learn the sustainable method to add nutrients and avoid harming your plants' roots.
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Hillingdon Christmas bin collection changes explained
Hillingdon Council announces revised rubbish and recycling collection dates over the festive period, with normal service resuming on January 5. Find your new collection day here.
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Hounslow bin collection changes over Christmas and New Year
Hounslow Council announces revised bin collection dates over the festive period, with disruptions until January 12. Find your new collection day and details on free Christmas tree recycling.
Zurich's Beaver Hotline Tackles Winter Damage
As beaver numbers soar in Switzerland, a dedicated hotline helps residents cope with flooding and felled trees, offering a model for human-wildlife coexistence. Discover how Zurich manages the chaos.
Extreme minimalist celebrates Christmas with no gifts or tree
Robin Greenfield, an environmental activist, rejects consumer Christmas. He once owned just 44 items and now forages all his food. Discover his radical take on happiness.
Victoria's First Public Wind Farm Launches
Victoria's first publicly owned wind farm, Delburn, is now operational in the Latrobe Valley, marking a major shift in the state's energy strategy and creating local jobs. Discover the impact.
Rare Pink Platypus Spotted in Australian River
An angler captured footage of a remarkably light-coloured platypus, nicknamed Pinky, in a Victorian river. Experts confirm its unique but natural colouring. Watch the video.
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2025 set to be UK's warmest year on record
The Met Office confirms 2025 is likely to be the UK's hottest year, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Scientists call the finding 'devastating' evidence of climate change. Read the full report.
Sports Stars Urge Government to Protect Playing Fields
Olympic champions and governing bodies warn planning reforms could scrap vital protections for England's playing fields, hitting the poorest communities hardest. Act now to save our green spaces.
Rare Pink Platypus Spotted in Gippsland, Victoria
A Victorian fisherman captured footage of a rare pink platypus, nicknamed Pinky. Experts confirm it's unusual but not a genetic anomaly. Discover the story and the conservation status of this iconic species.
Muddy eruption at Yellowstone's Black Diamond Pool
Watch dramatic footage as Yellowstone's Black Diamond Pool erupts in a spectacular muddy plume. USGS experts captured the rare event on camera, highlighting ongoing geothermal activity.
California Braces for Brutal Christmas Week Storms
One dead as flooding hits California. A powerful 'Pineapple Express' atmospheric river threatens more heavy rain and mudslides across the state during the Christmas holiday week.
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Monster 100-tonne fatberg found in London's sewers
A colossal 100-tonne fatberg has been discovered in Whitechapel's sewers. Thames Water urges Londoners to avoid pouring festive fats and gravy down sinks to prevent costly blockages and environmental damage.
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