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Tree-eating bugs invade south-west France forests hit by wildfires

Once home to 250-year-old maritime pines, roaring machines now cut, prune and remove numerous pest-infested trunks.

27 October 2023

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Euroviews. View: To beat deadly superbugs, we must tackle pollution

Environmental pollution is helping to breed deadly superbugs. We must cut it off at the source, writes Inger Andersen, Executive Director, United Nations Environment Programme.

8 February 2023

Tech News

Instagram says it fixed bug that led user accounts to be suspended

Instagram said it resolved a "bug" after many users around the world suddenly had their accounts suspended.

1 November 2022

Earth News

Bug burgers and beetle beer: What is the future of edible insects?

Cricket and mealworm cooking classes alongside an increasing interest in eating insects indicates a booming market despite the 'yuck' factor in Western countries.

18 July 2021

Earth News

Cannibalistic ants and blue scorpions: The Bug Photography Awards

From bees to beetles, here are the best in class from over 5,000 entrants worldwide.

30 October 2020