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2025: The Year Britain Focused on Boys and Men

From a 'Dad strike' over paternity leave to a new Men's Health Strategy, 2025 saw a pivotal shift in the national conversation about the challenges facing boys and men in the UK.

World's Largest Soil Fungus Library Faces Defunding Crisis

The world's largest living library of vital soil fungi, INVAM, faces closure due to US federal funding cuts. This 'Louvre for artists' holds over 900 strains key to ecosystem restoration and sustainable agriculture. Its loss would be catastrophic.

Give Your Garden a Winter Reshuffle: A UK Guide

Discover how a winter garden reshuffle can boost plant health and aesthetics. Our expert guide explains the why, when, and how for UK gardeners to revitalise their outdoor space.

6 Christmas Foods That Are Dangerous for Dogs

Experts warn pet owners to avoid feeding dogs turkey bones, chocolate, and other festive treats this Christmas to prevent serious illness and costly emergency vet visits.

Lithium Battery Truck Fire Closes Hume Highway

A major fire involving a truck carrying 15 tonnes of lithium-ion batteries has forced the closure of the Hume Highway in NSW. Authorities warn of toxic vapour clouds and multi-day disruptions. Read the latest on this critical incident.

UK Plan Tackles Deepfake Porn and Toxic Masculinity

A new UK initiative aims to combat deepfake pornography and harmful masculinity norms through education. Experts warn of a growing crisis affecting young people. Learn more about the proposed solutions.

Maha campaigners demand Trump fire EPA's Lee Zeldin

Leaders of the Make America Healthy Again movement call for EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin's removal, accusing him of favouring chemical firms over public health. Read the latest on the growing feud.

Low-Effort Trench Composting for Gardeners

Discover trench composting, an ancient gardening technique requiring minimal effort. Enrich your soil by burying kitchen and garden waste directly in trenches. Perfect for small spaces!

Seismic Waves to Unlock Soil Health Secrets

A breakthrough project using seismology promises to 'see' into soil, boosting yields and cutting pollution. Could this be the holy grail of sustainable agriculture?

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.

Moss spores survive 9 months on ISS exterior

Scientists discover moss spores endured 9 months in space on the ISS exterior, with 86% surviving. This resilience could revolutionise oxygen generation and soil formation for future space colonies.

London men's mental health crisis revealed

A London Assembly report reveals men are dying from suicide due to toxic masculinity stigma. Mayor urged to fund targeted mental health support across TfL network.

Toxic Christmas Movie The Family Stone Gets Sequel

The Family Stone, widely considered the most toxic Christmas film ever made, is officially getting a sequel. Director Thomas Bezucha is developing the follow-up to honour the late Diane Keaton.

5,500 US Toxic Sites Face Coastal Flooding Risk

New study reveals thousands of hazardous US facilities handling waste, sewage and oil could flood due to rising seas. Urgent action needed to protect vulnerable communities.

Plant shoots toxic liquid 1.5m in insect arms race

Discover how the Bursera plant squirts deadly chemicals to defend itself and the ingenious beetles that have learned to disarm it over millions of years. Explore this fascinating evolutionary battle.

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