78 m. ago Parts of Juneau brace for flooding from water slipping past Alaska's Mendenhall Glacier

Sections of Alaska’s capital city are bracing for the arrival of what could be record floodwaters due to rainwater and snowmelt flowing downstream from a basin dammed by the Mendenhall Glacier

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2 h. ago Cats develop dementia like humans – and may hold clues to treating it

The breakthrough was hailed as a “perfect natural model for Alzheimer’s” by scientists who worked on it

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2 h. ago Seals, puffins and sunshine: snorkelling trip to remote British island gives young carers a taste of the sea

Charity gives children a well-earned break from caring responsibilities, hoping that a day’s snorkelling amid the island’s wildlife will help them connect with nature“A seal just swam right by me,” squeals Odin Rawlinson, 14, as he awkwardly clambers back on to the dive boat in his flippers. He had hoped to see a megalodon or a kraken (a mythical sea creature) on his first ever snorkelling trip. But to his surprise, he finds the marine life that actually frequents the waters off Lundy in the Bristol Channel just as enchanting.Odin Rawlinson on the trip to Lundy – the 14-year-old looks after his mother who has kidney failure and has to have regular dialysis sessions in hospital. Continue reading...

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7 h. ago £13m scheme boosts rare wildlife but experts warn ‘time running out’ for nature

Rare species from water voles to adders across England have been helped with cash from the Species Recovery Programme’s capital grants scheme.

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11 h. ago US announces sanctions against armed group and companies profiting from conflict minerals in Congo

The U.S. government has sanctioned an armed group accused of illicit trading in minerals in eastern Congo

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11 h. ago Ice dam at Alaska’s Mendenhall Glacier releases floodwater toward downstream homes

A huge basin of rainwater and snowmelt dammed by Alaska’s Mendenhall Glacier has started to release, sending a potentially record surge of flooding toward parts of Juneau in what has become an annual concern for residents

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13 h. ago Thousands evacuated in Spain as deadly heatwave fans Mediterranean wildfires

Boy, four, dies of heatstroke in Rome as scientists say high temperatures and fires are reminder of climate emergencyThe deadly heatwave fanning wildfires across the Mediterranean region has claimed at least three lives and forced thousands of people from their homes.Firefighters continued to battle blazes on Tuesday and authorities braced for further damage as temperatures in some areas surged well past 40C. In Spain, a Romanian man in his 50s died after suffering 98% burns while trying to rescue horses from a burning stable near Madrid on Monday night. Continue reading...

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16 h. ago Soaring demand at food banks across Africa thanks to massive aid cuts

Food banks in Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa say they are under increasing pressure, writes Nick Ferris – with aid cuts by Donald Trump’s US and other nations compounding the impact of the climate crisis and a spike in the cost of living

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16 h. ago Eberechi Eze next club odds as Tottenham explore deal to sign Crystal Palace star

Eberechi Eze's future at Selhurst Park remains in doubt as Tottenham look to ramp up their interest in the Crystal Palace forward as they look to bolster their squad

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17 h. ago Hawthorn Hideaway: The perfect setting for a romantic break with peace, tranquility and nature on your doorstep

Hawthorn Hideaway is the perfect setting for a romantic break with peace, tranquility and nature on your doorstep.

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17 h. ago I unblocked my shower drain with two natural items and it worked in just an hour

There's truly nothing more annoying than a slow-draining plughole, especially if your shower is positioned over your bath - but there's a quick and easy fix you can try before calling a plumber

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17 h. ago From Edinburgh to London: Local haircare founder grows while staying true to Scottish roots

Known for its popular hair growth oil, owner Louisa has taken ‘She’s Thick’ down south, partnering with blonde specialist salons to broaden the brand’s reach.

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17 h. ago The simple car hire hack that saves travellers £610 this summer

As thousands head off on their summer holidays, many will want to hire a car to explore the local area. However, recent research from Gigasure found that in many cases, customers will be paying up to £610 more than they need to by purchasing car hire excess insurance from the car rental company. This is often more than the cost to hire the car itself. Gigasure says that purchasing a separate standalone policy saves travellers hundreds of pounds and is urging travellers not to get caught out by car hire companies.

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18 h. ago Camera dropped 2.4 miles beneath ocean surface – what it films leaves scientists floored

A surprising discovery was captured on film almost 2.4 miles deep using a remotely operated underwater vehicle, with researchers exploring a canyon when they spotted it

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18 h. ago Microplastics detected in Geneva during global plastics negotiations

Air sampling in the Swiss city this week detected plastic fibres and fragments in both indoor and outdoor locations, including cafés, public transport and shops

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19 h. ago Toyota World Runners: Young couple who ran popular YouTube channel die in crash

A young couple who posted videos on YouTube of their adventures have died in a car crash after an incident while exploring the rural Canadian mountains

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19 h. ago Get rid of patio weeds 'for good' by pouring on 1 natural item

A simple and cheap way to get rid of weeds in your garden or patio has been shared on social media - and it's so easy

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20 h. ago 17 best tinted moisturisers for lightweight coverage, tried and tested

From buildable coverage to sheer and subtle finishes, these skin-blurring formulas are well worth a browse

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20 h. ago Holidaymakers warned they face struggle to find accommodation in Spain next summer

A spectacular natural phenomenon will occur in for the first time in 100 years - and people are already booking their stays.

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20 h. ago The Cure, Lola Young, Bicep and Massive Attack urge Keir Starmer to block Rosebank North Sea oil field

The letter urges the Government to follow the science and states “any new application to exploit Rosebank’s reserves must be refused”.

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