Butterfly city blooms in shadow of Hull’s office blocks
At the core of this ecological success story is the careful cultivation of native grasses and wildflowers, specifically chosen to support the entire lifecycle of local butterfly populations. Sean Clough,…
Drought announcement looms for parts of Wales over river levels
Afonydd Cymru, the collective voice for Wales’ river trusts, has issued stark warnings, detailing how the drastically reduced river flows are creating "significant problems" for aquatic ecosystems. Reports are emerging…
Most sewage spills in England may be illegal, new research suggests
The genesis of this groundbreaking research lies in a confidential leak earlier this year. A source within the EA provided Professor Hammond with internal documents related to a significant 2021…
Pembrokeshire space radar plan to be considered by Welsh government
Plans to build a massive 20m-high space radar station in Pembrokeshire will be decided by Welsh government ministers, a rare and significant intervention that underscores the proposal’s national and international…
Antarctica’s first ever dinosaur bone discovered in a drawer
The journey of this remarkable specimen began in 1985, amidst the stark, breathtaking landscapes of James Ross Island, a rugged outpost off the northern tip of the Antarctic Peninsula. A…
Great Apes kiss and cuddle to keep the peace, says study
The study, led by Prof. Zanna Clay and Dr. Jake Brooker, delved into the nuanced interactions within great ape communities housed at two vital sanctuaries: the Lola ya Bonobo Sanctuary…
How farmers could fix Wales’ polluted rivers and save money
Researchers from Lancaster University’s RePhoKUs team conducted an in-depth investigation, uncovering a critical imbalance in nutrient management across the region’s farms. Their findings indicate that farms in the Cleddau catchment…
Whitelee Windfarm near Glasgow to be rebuilt with fewer, larger turbines
The current Whitelee Windfarm, a landmark within Scotland’s renewable energy landscape, has been a cornerstone of the nation’s clean power generation since its commissioning in 2008 and official opening by…
Tokyo urges men to wear shorts to work, but women say it’s ‘leg hair harassment’
The "Tokyo Cool Biz" campaign, spearheaded by Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike and launched in April, aims to build upon her well-established "Cool Biz" efforts, which have become an annual summer…
PFAS measures in Jersey ‘could cost £210m and mean higher bills’
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, often dubbed "forever chemicals" due to their extraordinary resistance to degradation in the environment, have become a focal point of public health concern. These synthetic compounds…
















