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Mike Alexander: From Teen Dream to Skomer Warden

Mike Alexander realised his childhood ambition to become warden of Skomer Island, revolutionising nature conservation with computer systems and leaving a lasting legacy in Wales.

City Raccoons Evolving Toward Domestication

New research reveals urban raccoons are developing shorter snouts and calmer behaviour, showing early domestication traits. Discover how city life is reshaping wildlife.

London Mews Inspire Container Gardening Ideas

Discover how London's charming mews streets provide unique inspiration for container planting. Learn the essential rules for creating a thriving urban garden in pots, from plant selection to year-round interest.

Wildlife Week: Seal Pups and Conservation Battles

This week's global wildlife roundup features seal pups in Lincolnshire, a bold marsupial survival project in Australia, and the plight of captive belugas in Canada. Discover the stories behind the images.

Australian Architecture Triumphs at 2025 Dezeen Awards

Two Australian homes in Melbourne and Sydney have claimed top honours at the prestigious 2025 Dezeen Awards, showcasing exceptional design in urban architecture and dramatic interiors. Discover the winning projects.

Elizabeth Line soil creates Essex bird haven

A record 39,000 birds overwinter on Wallasea Island, an Essex wetland created using 3 million tonnes of soil from London's Elizabeth Line tunnels. A win for nature and infrastructure.

Albanese in last-ditch talks to save nature laws

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese intervenes directly in negotiations to rescue Labor's environmental reforms as Greens consider 11th-hour compromise deal before parliament's final sitting day.

Purple Aki Products Cause Controversy After Death

Sex doll company Inferno faces backlash for launching Purple Aki merchandise following the Liverpool urban legend's death. Products include footballs and doll heads for 'revenge' purposes.

2025 BirdLife Australia Photography Award Winners

Discover the stunning winners of the 2025 BirdLife Australia photography awards, from a preening brush turkey to a wise cassowary. These captivating images support vital bird conservation programmes across Australia.

Ambitious Forest City Plan East of Cambridge

A cross-party coalition proposes England's first forest city east of Cambridge, with 12,000 acres of woodland and affordable eco-homes. Could this solve the housing crisis?

Wadbury Valley's Evergreen Autumn Sanctuary

Discover how Wadbury Valley in Somerset defies autumn's decay with a lush victory of ferns, ivy, and moss. A hidden world of perpetual green awaits exploration.

Melbourne's skyscraper peregrine chicks take flight

Three peregrine falcon chicks have successfully fledged from their nest atop a Melbourne skyscraper. One had a dramatic crash landing before soaring on its second attempt. Watch their journey!

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