Colorado cleaned up Rocky Mountain Arsenal; refuge now supports more than 330 animal species
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Colorado cleaned up Rocky Mountain Arsenal; refuge now supports more than 330 animal species

The Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge in Colorado has undergone a remarkable transformation from a heavily contaminated chemical weapons and pesticide production site into a thriving wildlife sanctuary. This story explores the Arsenal’s polluted industrial past, decades-long cleanup and ongoing environmental monitoring, while highlighting the return of bison, bald eagles, black-foote...

David Crowley defeats Francesca Hong to win Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor
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David Crowley defeats Francesca Hong to win Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor

Crowly pulls off last-minute victory in tight race after polls had shown his progressive opponent as a clear frontrunner David Crowley, the Milwaukee county executive, pulled off a last-minute victory after re-entering the Wisconsin governor’s race and snagging an endorsement from Tony Evers, the outgoing governor.The race came down to the wire, with Francesca Hong and Crowley running close to eac...

Mainland Europe's first total eclipse since 2006
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Mainland Europe's first total eclipse since 2006

We’re just hours away from a rare celestial event: a total solar eclipse. Day will briefly turn to night across parts of northern Spain as the Moon completely blocks out the Sun, while millions more will witness a partial eclipse across Europe, Canada, the northern United States and northwest Africa. But how a total solar eclipse work? Loic Rossi, Project manager at the French Astronomy Associatio...

How Hong Kong can unlock the real value of its Asean trade boom
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How Hong Kong can unlock the real value of its Asean trade boom

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations has a role to play in Hong Kong’s plans for its economy. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu signalled as much when he touched on the city’s first five-year plan in his August 7 meeting with Asean Secretary General Kao Kim Hourn. For businesses, however, the central question is not whether Hong Kong-Asean economic ties will continue to grow. They will. The h...

In 2024, a nine-year Kenya study showed how 365 beehives protected crops

In 2024, a nine-year Kenya study showed how 365 beehives protected crops

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In Kenya, the implementation of active beehives has led to a remarkable reduction of more than seventy-six percent in elephant-related crop damage. This innovative approach not only benefited agriculture but also promoted biodiversity through honey production. However, challenges such as drought and habitat loss have posed threats to bee populations, highlighting the importance of sustaining both ...

Rare total solar eclipse to cross Europe

Rare total solar eclipse to cross Europe

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We’re just hours away from a rare celestial event: a total solar eclipse. Day will briefly turn to night across parts of northern Spain as the Moon completely blocks out the Sun, while millions more will witness a partial eclipse across Europe, Canada, the northern United States and northwest Africa.

Australia politics live: Joyce claims One Nation ‘one of the gayest parties’ in country; O’Neil calls Bragg speech a ‘crazed fever dream’ and ‘unhinged’

Australia politics live: Joyce claims One Nation ‘one of the gayest parties’ in country; O’Neil calls Bragg speech a ‘crazed fever dream’ and ‘unhinged’

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Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastEducation minister says funding agreement with Victoria ‘very close’The education minister, Jason Clare, says a funding deal with Victoria to get public schools funded to Gonski levels over the next decade is “very close”.We’re very close, mate. I know [Victorian premier] Ben Carroll gets this, and I’m optimistic th...

UK heatwave live: Met Office issues extreme heat warning as government convenes emergency Cobra meeting

UK heatwave live: Met Office issues extreme heat warning as government convenes emergency Cobra meeting

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Parts of country face fifth heatwave of the summer with highs of 38C forecast this week Parts of the UK will face the fifth heatwave of the summer this week with temperatures forecast to reach highs of 38C, prompting the Met Office to issue an amber weather warning for extreme heat.The record-shattering heatwave has caused wildfires and drought in many parts of the country, with this summer on cou...

Lake Erie fish gather near low-oxygen zones as climate change reshapes habitat

Lake Erie fish gather near low-oxygen zones as climate change reshapes habitat

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Fish in Lake Erie appear to gather near low-oxygen areas instead of steering clear of them, which reshapes the landscape of their habitat. This unexpected behavior not only changes how fish interact but also contradicts prior theories about their avoidance strategies. With climate change potentially worsening these hypoxic conditions, understanding these dynamics becomes vital for sustainable fish...

Japanese ambassador to Australia downplays Albanese melon gaffe as Taylor claims PM has ‘stuffed up’

Japanese ambassador to Australia downplays Albanese melon gaffe as Taylor claims PM has ‘stuffed up’

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Coalition demands police investigate apparent leaking of diplomatic cable to newspaper but Labor calls it a ‘silly political stunt’Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Japanese ambassador has downplayed Anthony Albanese’s comments about a gift of melons from Sanae Takaichi, saying Tokyo had been reassured by the Austra...

Member of Liberal group paid for former NSW premier’s brother to travel to Fiji to avoid inquiry, Icac hears

Member of Liberal group paid for former NSW premier’s brother to travel to Fiji to avoid inquiry, Icac hears

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Lobbyist Jeremy Greenwood gives evidence about allegations linked to Reformers at Independent Commission Against Corruption hearingGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA Liberal figure under investigation for allegedly accepting illegal political donations has told an inquiry he paid for the brother of former premier Dominic Perrottet to travel to Fiji and urged the CEO of Ca...

Probation chief says he’s ‘not fully confident’ service will cope with early prisoner releases – UK politics live

Probation chief says he’s ‘not fully confident’ service will cope with early prisoner releases – UK politics live

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Martin Jones expresses concern scheme will increase pressure on probation service as Burnham addresses controversy over PC Harper’s killersGood morning. Andy Burnham is chairing a meeting of the government’s Cobra emergency committee this afternoon to discuss the heatwave and the climate crisis.About time too, some people will say. One of them is Zack Polanski, the Green party leader, who has been...

Andrew Bragg stands by proposed migration limits – even as Liberal colleagues decline to back him in

Andrew Bragg stands by proposed migration limits – even as Liberal colleagues decline to back him in

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Angus Taylor and other Coalition members not supporting shadow housing minister’s target migration numbers, which would be the lowest figures since the mid-2000sFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastLiberal senator Andrew Bragg has stood by his proposal to lower net migration to 180,000 per year in a wide-ranging speech whe...

A 1,300-year-old Byzantine shipwreck yielded 600g of gold, hinting at an imperial passenger on board

A 1,300-year-old Byzantine shipwreck yielded 600g of gold, hinting at an imperial passenger on board

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A shipwreck discovered off Croatia's Mljet island yielded a significant gold treasure. This find includes a gold signet ring and a gem-encrusted belt, dating back centuries. The vessel's cargo offers new insights into the Byzantine Empire's trade and history. Researchers are analyzing artifacts to understand the voyage's purpose and context. This discovery challenges previous notions about the...