Greece's Ancient Fir Forests Face Extinction Threat
Greece's iconic fir forests, survivors of millennia, are now dying en masse due to climate-driven wildfires and drought. Scientists warn of ecological collapse. Read the full investigation.
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Tourism Threatens Greece's Rare Monk Seal Recovery
Greece's rare Mediterranean monk seals, a symbol of the nation's heritage, face a modern peril from booming marine tourism. New protected areas offer hope, but enforcement is key to their survival. Discover the fragile balance.
UK toddler killed by pitbull on Greek island
A two-year-old British boy was fatally mauled by a pitbull on Zakynthos. His parents have been charged with manslaughter. Read the full tragic story and the UK's Dangerous Dogs Act.
UK Christmas Tree Guide: Find the Best Real Tree Price
Discover expert tips on buying the perfect real Christmas tree in the UK. Learn how prices vary by size, type, and region, and where to find the best deals from supermarkets to local growers.
Australia's Landmark Environmental Law Overhaul Passed
Australia's parliament has passed historic reforms to the EPBC Act, providing long-overdue protection for forests and biodiversity. This landmark legislation acknowledges the environment as the foundation of the economy.
Greek Teachers to Train in AI Amid Student Fears
Greece launches pioneering AI education programme with OpenAI, training teachers in ChatGPT while students voice soul-searching concerns about machine learning in classrooms.
Drax Burns 250-Year-Old Canadian Trees for Energy
Drax power plant accused of burning ancient Canadian trees while receiving billions in UK green subsidies. Experts reveal the true environmental cost of biomass energy.
Congo Basin: World's Vital Rainforest Forgotten
The Congo Basin, Earth's second-largest rainforest and crucial carbon sink, receives just 16% of global rainforest funding despite its vital role in climate regulation. Discover why this African treasure remains critically under-researched.
Ukraine signs Greek gas deal as Russia attacks infrastructure
Greece agrees to supply US LNG to Ukraine through 2026, bolstering energy security as Russian strikes cripple power plants. Zelenskyy's European tour focuses on winter defences.
UK Snubs Rainforest Fund, Surprising Brazil
Brazil expresses surprise as the UK declines to invest in a new tropical forest fund it helped design. The innovative scheme aims to make forests more valuable standing than cut down. Read more.
Scotland's World Cup hopes survive dramatic Greece defeat
Scotland's World Cup qualification hopes remain alive despite 3-2 defeat to Greece after Denmark's surprise draw with Belarus sets up decisive final match.
Scotland on verge of World Cup automatic qualification
Scotland face Greece needing just a point to keep their dream of automatic World Cup qualification alive. Can Steve Clarke's side secure a historic ticket to the finals? Follow the action.
Ancient Greek hotel-museum opens in Matera's cave dwellings
Step back in time at Moyseion, an immersive hotel-museum in Italy's ancient cave city of Matera. Experience living history through authentic rituals, music and cuisine from the Magna Graecia era.
TUI launches new direct flights to Greek island Kos
TUI launches three new direct routes from Bournemouth, Exeter and London Stansted to Kos, where temperatures currently reach 24C. Book your Greek island escape now!
Scotland's World Cup quest in Greece
Steve Clarke's Scotland face Greece in a crucial World Cup qualifier. A point could set up a historic decider against Denmark. Discover if Scotland can seize their best chance since 1998.
Family Luxury at Crete's Mirabello Bay Resort
Discover Mirabello Bay Luxury Resort, where five-star elegance meets family-friendly amenities including water parks, kids' clubs and private beaches. Perfect Greek getaway for UK families.
$250bn Forest Forever Fund Proposed for COP30 Climate Summit
World leaders unite behind revolutionary financial mechanism to protect Earth's vital rainforests, offering annual payments to tropical nations that halt deforestation in ambitious climate rescue plan.
UK abandons Amazon protection fund in policy shift
Britain withdraws from flagship £1.2bn tropical forest conservation initiative, raising concerns about global climate leadership and Amazon deforestation.
The Marbles Review: Case for Returning Parthenon Treasures
A thoughtful new documentary outlines the powerful ethical and cultural arguments for repatriating the Elgin Marbles to Athens, reigniting the centuries-old debate.
Earth's Lungs Failing: Net Zero in Crisis
New satellite data reveals tropical forests are losing their ability to absorb carbon, threatening global climate targets and raising urgent questions about net zero commitments.
British toddler dies in Greece hotel pool tragedy
A family holiday in Greece turns to tragedy as a three-year-old British girl dies after being found unconscious in a hotel pool, sparking an urgent investigation.
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