Bright scarlet tiger moth flies in Shropshire allotment
Scarlet tiger moths are thriving in Shropshire allotments this year, with their bright colors and synanthropic behavior drawing comparisons to David Hockney paintings.
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St Lucia water crisis: Leaks, climate, tourism strain supply
St Lucia faces severe water scarcity despite $80m in World Bank funding. Leaky pipes lose 45% of water, and climate change worsens droughts, forcing reliance on rainwater harvesting.
Geoff Wadge, volcano remote sensing pioneer, dies at 76
Geoff Wadge, a pioneering volcanologist who used radar to detect ground movements before eruptions, has died aged 76. He predicted Montserrat's Soufrière Hills eruption.
YouTube video proves sand cats exist in Libya
A wildlife photographer's 18-second YouTube video led to an eight-year study confirming sand cats in Libya, with 13 sites documented in the Libyan Sahara.
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Bison fights off wolves in first-ever video evidence
A camera trap in Poland's Białowieża Primeval Forest captured first-ever footage of a bison family fighting off a wolf pack, challenging the species' non-prey status.
Sperm whales show distinct dialects across Mediterranean
Sperm whales in the eastern and western Mediterranean use different click patterns or dialects, revealing how these vocal cultures evolve in isolated groups.
Horsey Island evokes Swallows and Amazons in dreamlike visit
Accessing Horsey Island requires permission from the farmer and the tide, offering a four-hour window. The island, setting for Arthur Ransome's Secret Water, is farmed innovatively by the Backhouse family.
Shane Hynan Explores Ireland's Peat Bog Tensions
Photographer Shane Hynan's project 'Beofhód' captures the cultural and environmental conflict over Irish peat bogs, which cover up to 17% of the country but have lost over 80% of original peatland.
UK Heatwave: Protecting Landscape and Wildlife in a Hotter World
As heatwaves intensify, Britain's ecosystems are pushed beyond limits. Wildlife Trusts CEO urges action on wetlands, assisted migration, and nature resilience.
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Bird Flu Hits South Australia, Third H5N1 Case Confirmed
A giant petrel tested positive for H5N1 bird flu in South Australia, marking the third case in Australia. A suspected fourth case in Western Australia is under investigation.
Folkestone's Sunny Sands named Kent's best beach
Folkestone's Sunny Sands has been named Kent's finest beach by Time Out, just 52 minutes from London by train, as a heatwave hits the South East.
Taiwan's giant trees face climate crisis threat
A study of Taiwan's ancient giant trees reveals they are increasingly vulnerable to extreme weather from the climate crisis, with the 'Heaven Sword of the Daan River' at risk.
Houston warehouse fire sends massive smoke plume
A massive fire at a Houston warehouse sent a huge plume of smoke across the city on June 23, 2026, with firefighters battling the blaze and authorities urging residents to stay indoors.
Memories of the 1976 UK Heatwave Sought
The Guardian invites readers to share memories of the 1976 UK heatwave, a historic event with record temperatures and drought, to build a collective archive.
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Over 150 bird species at 'very high risk' from H5N1 in Australia
Federal government analysis identifies more than 150 native bird species and 10 mammal species at 'very high risk' from H5N1 bird flu, with black swans among the most susceptible.
New spider species mimics parasitic fungus in Amazon
A newly discovered spider in Ecuador, Taczanowskia waska, mimics a parasitic fungus that infects spiders, resembling the plot of The Last of Us. It is the first known case of such mimicry.
Hiroshima survivor memoir found after 79 years
Kiyoshi Tanimoto's 230-page memoir, written in 1947, was rediscovered at Yale. He survived the atomic bomb and detailed the horrors to ensure nuclear weapons are abolished.
Miniature forest discovered in vast woodland
A miniature forest, complete with tiny trees and pathways, has been found hidden deep within a vast woodland, delighting conservationists.
1951: Animals Left to Wither Outside Slaughterhouses
A 1951 Country Diary entry reveals animals were left to wither outside inadequate slaughterhouses, highlighting historical animal welfare issues.
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H5N1 Bird Flu in Australian Wild Birds Triggers Lockdown
Highly pathogenic H5N1 bird flu has been detected in wild birds in Western Australia, prompting immediate lockdown of poultry farms and culling to prevent spread.
Gold Harvesting Machine review: poignant mining doc
A poignant documentary about artisanal gold mining in the Philippines, exploring the human and environmental costs of the precious metal trade.
Puff Puff: The Stray Cat Who Stayed by My Side During Chemo
A family adopts a 13-year-old stray cat with no teeth, a broken ear, and a cold, who becomes a loyal companion during chemotherapy, leaving a lasting impact.
Whyalla cuttlefish fail to appear; algal bloom suspected
Only a few dozen giant Australian cuttlefish have appeared near Whyalla, SA, during peak breeding season, likely due to a toxic Karenia cristata algal bloom, causing fears for tourism and the unique natural phenomenon.
Rising shark bites in Australia linked to warming oceans
Shark bites in Australia are rising, with warming oceans bringing bull and tiger sharks closer to populated beaches. Experts say no single cause, but factors include ocean temperature and seal recovery.
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Rare sea slug found on UK beach baffles experts
A giant sea hare, a rare marine slug usually found in the Mediterranean, was discovered on a beach in Anglesey by a dogwalker, surprising experts who say warming seas may bring more north.
Australia's first mainland H5N1 bird flu case confirmed
Australia's first mainland case of deadly H5N1 bird flu has been confirmed in a brown skua in Western Australia, prompting a national response to limit spread.
Apple AirPods Pro 3 on Rare Sale: Noise Cancellation and More
Apple's AirPods Pro 3 are on a rare sale at Best Buy for $179.99, down from $249. They offer top-tier noise cancellation, heart rate monitoring, and hearing aid capabilities.
Rainforest activist, 90, to pedal 104 miles down Thames
Robin Hanbury-Tenison, 90, is pedalling 104 miles down the River Thames on a water-bike to raise funds for a temperate rainforest research station in Cornwall.
Whale Graveyard Discovery: Massive Underwater Burial Site
Scientists have discovered an enormous whale graveyard spanning 1,200km, offering new insights into marine life and ocean ecosystems.
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Week in Wildlife: Hoopoe, Crocodile, Otter Pup in Photos
Stunning wildlife photos from around the world: a hoopoe feeding chicks in Turkey, a crocodile cooling off in Sri Lanka, and a sea otter pup snoozing in California.
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