Trees Counter Half Urban Heating, Miss Poorest Cities
Trees offset nearly half of urban heating globally, but poorer, hotter cities see minimal cooling benefits, widening inequality in climate resilience.
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Coyote Stuns Experts with Two-Mile Swim to Alcatraz
A lone coyote amazed biologists by swimming two miles across San Francisco Bay to Alcatraz Island, a feat confirmed by DNA analysis. The resilient animal likely sought a mate or territory.
Puffin-Cam Returns to Farne Islands for Second Year
The National Trust's puffin-cam goes live for a second year, offering a front-row seat to 200,000 seabirds breeding on the Farne Islands. Last year, the stream attracted over 250,000 views.
New Koala Species Found in WA Fossils
A new fossil koala species, Phascolarctos sulcomaxilliaris, discovered in Western Australia, reshapes understanding of koala evolution and extinction 28,000 years ago.
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NY Bill Targets Plastic Packaging for Toilet Paper
New York's Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act aims to cut plastic waste by making companies responsible for packaging, but critics warn of higher costs.
Puffin Cam Returns to Farne Islands for Second Season
The National Trust brings back live stream of puffins and guillemots on Farne Islands, after 250,000 views last year. Rangers monitor bird flu recovery and storm impact.
GPS Tracking for Hedgehogs in Northern Ireland
A new GPS tracking project for hedgehogs in Northern Ireland aims to protect the species by understanding their nocturnal movements and challenges.
Longer red lights proposed to boost sustainable transport
Researchers suggest increasing wait times at traffic lights by 10-20% to encourage walking, cycling, and public transport, potentially adding minutes to commutes.
Rat Threatens Seabird Colony on Shetland Island
A single rat on Mousa Island, Shetland, endangers the UK's largest storm petrel colony. Conservationists deploy bait stations but the rodent evades capture.
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Orphaned Baby Hippo Bumpy Rescued in Kenya
A newborn hippo named Bumpy, found nudging his dead mother in a Kenyan lake, is now being cared for at a sanctuary after being rescued and flown by helicopter.
Campaign to Save Original Bramley Apple Tree Cottage
A national campaign seeks to secure the future of the original Bramley apple tree by purchasing its home in Southwell, Nottinghamshire, to preserve it as a heritage site.
Gold Rush Fuels Amazon Deforestation and Mercury Poisoning
Surge in gold prices sparks illegal mining in Brazil's Amazon, accelerating deforestation in protected areas and causing hazardous mercury contamination, experts warn.
Save Mother of All Bramley Apples: Campaign Launched
An appeal has been launched to buy the Nottinghamshire cottage housing the original Bramley apple tree, aiming to create a heritage centre and preserve the historic tree for public access.
Climate Crisis Widens Working Class Economic Gap
The climate crisis disproportionately harms working-class communities, worsening economic inequality and threatening livelihoods across the UK.
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Spring Spectacle: Orbital Jumps and Seasonal Wonders
From a daring leap into orbit to a charming spring visitor, our readers share their best photographs capturing the essence of the season.
Campaign to Save Bramley Apple Tree Cottage Launched
A campaign aims to buy the cottage housing the original Bramley apple tree, over 200 years old, to preserve it as a heritage site for public access and education.
Gold Rush Fuels Amazon Deforestation and Mercury Crisis
Surge in gold prices sparks illegal mining in Brazil's Amazon, accelerating deforestation in protected areas and causing hazardous mercury contamination, experts warn.
Arctic Sea Ice Hits Record Low Winter Max in 2026
Arctic sea ice reached a record low winter maximum in March 2026, driven by unusually warm temperatures in the Sea of Okhotsk and Baffin Bay, raising concerns about climate tipping points.
California Probes Trump's $2B Deal to Scrap Offshore Wind
California investigates Trump administration's agreement to abandon offshore wind projects, paying billions to energy companies to switch to fossil fuels.
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Lettuce Stays Fresh 30 Days with Tin Foil Trick
Learn how to keep lettuce crisp and fresh for up to 30 days using a simple tin foil wrap, preventing wilting and spoilage.
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.
Climate Change to Spread Rodent Viruses to Millions
Scientists warn climate change will cause rodent-borne arenaviruses to spread to new regions in South America, potentially infecting millions. The warning follows a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship.
Identifying Fascinating Garden Bees: Expert Guide
Learn to identify buff-tailed bumblebees, red mason bees, and more with expert Dave Goulson's new guide for World Bee Day.
Magnitude 6 Quake Hits Off Sumba Island Near Bali
A magnitude 6 earthquake struck off the coast of Sumba, Indonesia, near Bali. No tsunami threat reported. The quake follows a similar tremor in the Philippines.
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Met Gala Protest: Fashion Show Against Bezos and Amazon
Activists from Labor is Art held a fashion show in New York to protest Jeff Bezos and Amazon's role at the Met Gala, highlighting workers' struggles.
Palmate Newts Found in Pond After a Decade
A Buxton resident discovers palmate newts in their pond, likely present for a decade. The find sparks wonder about overlooked nature around us.
Dorset Common Thrives as Butterfly Haven with Mixed Habitats
Powerstock Common in Dorset is a butterfly haven, with brimstones, holly blues, and speckled woods thriving in mixed habitats, offering a vibrant display of wildlife.
Waitrose Pulls Mackerel from UK Stores Due to Overfishing
Waitrose becomes first major UK supermarket to stop selling mackerel due to overfishing, with conservationists urging others to follow suit.
300 Beagles Rescued from Lab, Headed for Adoption
300 beagles rescued from a Wisconsin research lab with alleged cruelty violations are now in Florida for adoption. Over 1,000 will be saved in total.
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Uncontained Wildfire Burns Hundreds of Hectares in Arizona
A massive wildfire rages across rural Arizona, burning hundreds of hectares with no containment. Officials warn of dry conditions and strong winds fueling the blaze.
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