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Why you should think twice before using Google Maps for your hike

Google Maps may be one of the most popular navigation apps, but hikers should not rely on the system in the wilderness.

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WATCH: Northeastern city in China transforms into winter wonderland

The city of Jilin in northeast China welcomes its first frost, turning into a winter wonderland.

Climate

MEPs and EU countries reach deal on key biodiversity bill

The key piece of legislation on nature restoration and biodiversity had stumbled over the issue of agriculture.

France

Popular German burial option gaining popularity in eastern France

An ecological concept adopted from neighbouring Germany, cinerary or sanctuary forests are growing in popularity in eastern France as an alternative to cemeteries. They give people an option to be buried in a peaceful setting among nature.

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Nature

Norway is returning a former Arctic coal mine to nature

The Svea mine produced millions of tonnes of coal in its lifetime but now it is being taken back by nature.

Green News

Nature conference launches billion-euro ocean protection plan

The second edition of the IUCN Leaders Forum brought together over 400 participants to identify solutions to protect and restore nature.

Living

Boy who died trying to live off-grid weighed 18kg at the time of death

It has been reported that the Colorado family had watched YouTube tutorials to prepare for living in the wildnerness.

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WATCH: China's tidal bore on the Qiantang river draws eager spectators

The Qiantang River in Hangzhou province is known for having the world's largest tidal bore, which is called the Silver Dragon locally.

Art

'Queer Nature' - London festival celebrates the diversity of plants

This autumn, London's Kew Gardens is a hosting a new festival celebrating the diversity and beauty of queer plants and fungi.

Culture news

UK's most famous tree at Hadrian’s Wall cut down by vandal

One of the UK’s most photographed trees has been “deliberately felled” in an apparent act of vandalism.

Nature

Can homegrown carbon offsetting tackle dodgy ‘far-flung’ schemes?

This homegrown carbon offset scheme is inviting you to plant the trees yourself.

Nature

'Lost’ Brazilian tree rediscovered after almost 200 years

A species of small holly tree last seen nearly two centuries ago has been rediscovered in Brazil.

Experiences

Want an October break? The best places in Europe for autumn colours

Where to soak up reds, golds and browns as the weather turns.

Destinations

This stunning national park is just 45 minutes from Krakow

From Jurassic limestone karsts to lush valleys, Ojców National Park offers a peaceful escape.

Green News

Climate change is helping fire ants to invade Europe

Red fire ants are one of the world's worst and costliest invasive alien species - and they're making Italy their home.

Space

Super Blue Moon: Where are the best places to see it in Europe?

Here's everything you need to know about Wednesday night's spectacular lunar phenomenon which is the closest full moon of the year - and won't be seen again until 2037!

Nature

Meet the groups changing the ‘overwhelmingly white’ conservation world

White people have typically dominated jobs in conservation. But these groups are fighting to diversify the field.

Green News

Uganda’s oil boom threatens sacred natural sites

As oil activities encroach on sacred natural sites, this small Ugandan community feels besieged.

Green News

Global conservation mission plans to follow in Darwin’s footsteps

The expedition hopes to visit 32 ports including some of the world's most remote islands and the Galapagos archipelago.

Green News

San Sebastian ‘beautification plan’ chops down dozens of flame trees

Protestors are rallying against plans to remove more tree cover on the Canary Island of La Gomera.