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Electric bike and car hire is free in Spain and Portugal this summer

You can explore seven national parks in Spain and Portugal by bike or car at no cost.

Nature

Wildfires in Sardinia likely to have killed 30 million bees

The beehives on 20,000 hectares of land were destroyed by the fires.

Destinations

Moldova’s picture perfect lavender fields smell incredible

Moldova hopes to become a world leader in lavender production as its industry gains new life following the collapse of the USSR.

Nature

Two endangered tortoises meet for their first date via FaceTime

Now that Hugo the tortoise is ready to settle down, his keepers have found him a lady friend who travelled from Europe to meet him.

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Destinations

Where are UNESCO's 33 new World Heritage sites?

The global heritage organisation has added 16 new European buildings and nature sites to its list for 2020-21.

Nature

A day with a fisherman: Why it's one of the world's most dangerous job

Every year, dozens of European fishermen die at sea and hundreds are injured. Have you ever thought about the people behind the fish on your plate? #Ocean

Eco-Innovation

This playground uses a microclimate to let children breathe clean air

There is now so much air pollution that structures are being created purely so that children can play safely.

Experiences

Get lost in nature in this immersive Japanese art exhibition

Surround yourself with nature in this stunning light and projection exhibition on the Japanese island of Kyushu.

Nature

Watch: Lagoon turns shocking pink and fish farming may be to blame

The Corfo Lagoon in Patagonia, southern Argentina, has turned pink after waste from fishing companies was dumped in its waters.

Nature

The Iberian Lynx makes a comeback in Spain after near extinction

Numbers of the Iberian Lynx in Spain and Portugal are on the up thanks to an ambitious captive breeding programme

Eco-Innovation

These hairdressers have found some surprising uses for recycled hair

A trip to one of these salons will leave you looking and feeling great, as products and even your old hair are given a second life.

Destinations

This UK cycling holiday is the perfect summer trip

Filled with stunning beaches and dramatic castles, a trip up Northumberland’s coast and into Scotland is the perfect UK cycling holiday.

Eco-Innovation

No sunshine and no soil but still crops grow at these vertical farms

These farms harvest 15 times a year and produce far less waste than traditional farms.

Experiences

Delve into the wizarding world at this brand new exhibition

A new Harry Potter Photographic Exhibition in London takes you behind the scenes with these never-before-seen photos.

Experiences

Olympic FOMO? Take a virtual tour of Tokyo and feel like you’re there

Sit back and enjoy Japan from the comfort of your own home with these virtual walking tours.

Europe Decoded

Fact-Check: Video does not show French police joining anti-vaxx rally

An old video has been shared on social media, falsely claiming to show French police applauding protests against new COVID-19 restrictions.

Green News

Watch this Formula E car made out of ice melt on the streets of London

A life-size ice replica of a Formula E car is melting rapidly in London to raise awareness around ice restoration in the Arctic.

Experiences

The world’s largest bar is in Sweden and it’s not in a building

Sweden is one giant bar. With tables set across the country and ingredients to be foraged, why not get out and make your own cocktail?

Nature

Meet the endangered baby tapir on an important mission

As part of an international conservation programme, a zoo in the US is trying to raise awareness of threats that face this species.

Living

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.