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Plantwatch: Cities Provide Refuge for Threatened UK Wildflowers
Urban areas offer a surprising sanctuary for wildflowers facing decline in the countryside.
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The Elusive Nightjar: A Thrilling Encounter in the Wild
A country diary entry captures the experience of waiting for and finally spotting a nightjar, a crepuscular ground-nesting migrant that has prospered in recent years due to the clearance of conifers.
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Musicians Urge PM to Reject North Sea Drilling Plans
Over 200 musicians, including Massive Attack and Brian Eno, have signed a letter to Prime Minister Andy Burnham urging him to reject plans for new oil and gas drilling in the North Sea.
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Temperatures to Fall Across Europe as Rain Heads for UK
Relief from the heat is on the way for western Europe, with temperatures expected to fall back towards the seasonal norm. Rain is also forecast for parts of the UK, with some areas potentially seeing substantial rainfall.
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Iberian Orca Suffers Suspected Gunshot Wounds
Spanish officials investigate after the matriarch of an orca pod known for ramming boats off the Iberian Peninsula is spotted with wounds suggesting she had been shot by a pellet gun.
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California's Beloved Bald Eagle Jackie Leaves Lasting Legacy
The death of Jackie, a 14-year-old bald eagle, has drawn international attention and sparked an outpouring of tributes from fans who were inspired by her life and conservation efforts.