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Nature

A prehistoric plant is being ‘loved to death’, crime analysts warn

Horticultural criminals are pushing wild cycads to the brink in South Africa, where they are seen as status symbols.

Green News

The US will thin forests near neighbourhoods to stop deadly wildfires

The 10 year plan is about saving lives over acres, but critics warn the country can't burn its way out of the climate crisis.

Stays

Remember the €1 Italian houses? Now you can be an Airbnb host in one

The winner will live rent-free in this renovated Sicilian townhouse for a year, getting stuck into the local traditions of Sambuca.

Green News

British victim of Tonga tsunami dedicated her life to rescuing dogs

Friends have paid tribute to Angela Glover as a "shining star" who found "a more fulfilling way of life" in the south Pacific.

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Nature

A quarter of the soil on these Norwegian islands is plastic waste

A team of volunteers and researchers have unearthed 5.5 million litres of marine waste from the Trøndelag archipelago since 2017.

Eco-Innovation

Scientists are split over new pea study that electrified crops

A renewable energy device has been used to boost plant production for the first time. But how does electroculture really work?

Nature

Why has a tree been named after Leonardo DiCaprio?

A ghost orchid, a toothy mushroom and a killer tobacco plant are also among the pantheon of recently named plants.

Eco-Innovation

Scientists can now map carbon to the scale of tennis courts from space

The new Chloris map reveals that southern European countries are the ‘sleeping giants’ of carbon sinks.

Travel News

France to lift ban on UK tourists from Friday, minister confirms

Tourism minister Jean-Baptiste Lemoyne has confirmed that restrictions will ease from tomorrow.

Living

Will the New York Fashion Act be a sustainable trend-setter?

It could be the first time a country has set legally-binding environmental rules for the clothing and footwear industries.

Destinations

Got the January blues? Hawai’i just made it a lot easier to visit

COVID admin that was causing some confusion has been scrapped. But tourists should still tread lightly on the tropical paradise.

Destinations

The top 10 places to see the ethereal Northern Lights this winter

A new study has found the most popular places to watch the beautiful Aurora Borealis before April.

Climate

‘Move and pollute less’, car makers must tell prospective buyers

Environmental warnings, like those for junk food, will be included in the adverts in a bid to hit France's climate targets.

Climate

What are ‘ghost flights’ and why are they fuelling the climate crisis?

Lufthansa airline has revealed it is making 18,000 unnecessary flights this winter, simply to keep its airport slots under EU rules.

Travel News

Australia travel rules explained as Djokovic denied entry

The Serbian tennis champion is set to be flown out of the country later on Thursday after a mix-up with his visa.

Experiences

Dry January: Here’s how to have fun and stay sober this month

From art galleries to escape rooms and spas, there are plenty of ways to honour your New Year's resolution in style.

Destinations

The top 15 UK locations for a relaxing break in 2022

From Arthur’s Seat to the Roman Baths: Here are Britain's most peaceful places to stay with plenty of yoga studios and spas.

Nature

What are ‘unicorns of the sea’ and why are they in danger?

The Arctic must not be turned into a shipping highway, say scientists, as narwhals are stressed by sounds up to 40km away.

Living

What is the most eco-friendly Christmas tree you can buy?

Whether fake or real, it's important to think about the whole life cycle when picking your Christmas tree this year.

Nature

Why ‘battery-farmed’ salmon should be off the menu this Christmas

Smoked salmon might sound like an appealing breakfast, but the industry is rife with environmental issues.

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