Biodiversity Collapse Threatens UK Security
Intelligence chiefs warn that ecosystem destruction could lead to food shortages, mass migration, and global disorder, threatening UK national security and food supplies.
Intelligence chiefs warn that ecosystem destruction could lead to food shortages, mass migration, and global disorder, threatening UK national security and food supplies.
The Labour government announces a £17.5bn warm homes plan focusing on green technology like solar panels and heat pumps, with grants for low-income households and consumer loans.
Dame Judi Dench has voiced strong support for safeguarding London's parks and green spaces, as a new report reveals more than 50 are at risk from private development projects.
Sydney beaches including Malabar and Foreshore have been contaminated with sewage debris balls following heavy rainfall, with Sydney Water conducting clean-up operations and warning the public not to touch the hazardous material.
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RecommendedWestern Australia's EPA recommends approval for Valhalla fracking project in Kimberley, potentially adding up to 2.6% to Australia's emissions, sparking environmental outrage.
A reflective account of birdwatching at Swillington Ings in West Yorkshire, where the author observes 38 bird species, including greater black-backed gulls, while pondering the value of counting versus appreciating nature.
New research on Arabidopsis thaliana shows plants in close proximity activate protective genes when stressed, unlike isolated plants, using hydrogen peroxide as a chemical messenger.
A new Carbon Majors report reveals that just 32 fossil fuel companies produced half of global CO2 emissions in 2024, with state-owned firms dominating the list and facing accusations of sabotaging climate action.
A Swiss cow named Veronika uses a broom as a multi-purpose grooming tool, revealing animal intelligence and questioning human exceptionalism in tool use.
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RecommendedRussia's Kamchatka peninsula faces historic snowfall, with over 2 metres in January and 3.7 metres in December, blocking buildings and cars.
Axolotls have become global icons, appearing everywhere from toys to TikTok. Yet in their native Mexico, these 'water monsters' face extinction, highlighting a stark contrast between cultural fame and conservation crisis.
Giles Darvill, a respected social work consultant who championed volunteer management, has died at 81. Discover his legacy in social services and his creative passions.
Residents in Newham, East London, report a pervasive smell of 'eggs and sewage' from Europe's largest treatment works, disrupting sleep and impacting property prices. Discover the local impact and historical context.
Amateur conservationist Theerasak 'Pop' Saksritawee uses drones and social media to fight for Thailand's vanishing dugongs. Discover his urgent work with scientists to restore seagrass and raise the alarm on climate threats.
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RecommendedThai influencer Nantarika Chansue leads a desperate fight to save the Irrawaddy dolphin, with only 14 left. Discover her unique methods and the critical threats.
A mysterious seagrass die-off along Thailand's Andaman Coast has caused the dugong population to plummet by half, with mass strandings and starvation threatening the species' survival.
A surfer is lucky to be alive after a shark attack off Sydney, marking the fourth incident in three days. Beaches are closed as murky waters create a bull shark threat.
New research shows ending VAT breaks on meat in the EU could slash its environmental footprint for just €26 per household annually. Discover the hidden cost of cheap meat.
Is banana peel water a miracle fertiliser or a mouldy mistake? We separate fact from fiction in this popular houseplant hack, with expert insights for UK gardeners.
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RecommendedExperts reveal why a 'perfect storm' of conditions led to four shark attacks in NSW in 48 hours. Learn the facts about bull sharks and crucial safety tips for swimmers.
Four kittens were abandoned in an after-hours library book return in Adelaide. The RSPCA is appealing for help to find the person responsible for this recurring act.
A powerful solar storm is set to trigger a spectacular Aurora Australis display over Australia. Space weather agencies are monitoring the event for potential impacts on technology. Find out when and where to look.
Queensland police investigate a possible dingo attack after a Canadian tourist is found dead on K'gari (Fraser Island). Key campsites are closed as a precaution. Read the latest.
Forget height and age. Discover why the humble willow tree, with its 452 invertebrate species, is a vital ecosystem and a symbol of nature's interconnectedness in the UK.
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RecommendedA mother in Wigan tells how a 25,000-tonne illegal waste site has made her home a 'prison', forcing her autistic son to move out. Read her story and the national waste crime crisis.
A surfer is hospitalised after a shark bite at Point Plomer, marking the fourth such incident in NSW in 72 hours. Experts warn murky waters are increasing dangers.
A powerful geomagnetic storm, the strongest in over 20 years, made the aurora borealis visible from Germany to the southern US. Discover the impacts and stunning photos.
The government unveils a 'once-in-a-generation' reform plan for England and Wales' water industry, introducing proactive 'MOTs' for companies and a new regulator. Will it restore public trust?
Government's new water white paper includes plans allowing regulators to defer or waive fines for failing companies, sparking outcry from campaigners who say it lets polluters 'off the hook'.
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RecommendedA Brown Swiss cow named Veronika has stunned scientists by using a brush as a multi-purpose tool for scratching, a skill previously seen only in humans and chimpanzees. Discover the implications for animal cognition.