In 1911, Norwegian whalers released 10 reindeer on South Georgia for food and hunting

In 1911, Norwegian whalers released 10 reindeer on South Georgia for food and hunting

Times of India

In 1911, reindeer were introduced to South Georgia by Norwegian whalers. This led to significant ecological issues, as the absence of natural predators allowed their numbers to explode, resulting in harm to delicate coastal ecosystems and native species. A comprehensive eradication initiative was launched, successfully culling almost 7,000 reindeer, thereby aiding the natural recuperation of the d...

Charity campaigner’s death in microlight crash was accidental, coroner rules

Charity campaigner’s death in microlight crash was accidental, coroner rules

The Guardian

Claire Lomas died of severe injuries five weeks after aircraft crashed into rocks off runway while filming Apple video in JordanThe death of a disability campaigner after a microlight crash while filming a TV programme for Apple was an accident, a coroner has concluded.An inquest heard on Thursday that Claire Lomas, 44, died of severe traumatic injuries on 22 August 2024, five weeks after a light ...

Charity campaigner’s death from microlight crash injuries was accidental, coroner rules

Charity campaigner’s death from microlight crash injuries was accidental, coroner rules

The Guardian

Claire Lomas had been filming a series for Apple TV in Amman, Jordan when she lost control of the aircraftThe death of a disability campaigner after a microlight crash while filming a TV programme for Apple was an accident, a coroner has concluded.An inquest heard on Thursday that Claire Lomas, 44, died of severe traumatic injuries on 22 August 2024, five weeks after a light aircraft that she had ...

Six years after Michigan dam disaster, water returns to Smallwood Lake

Six years after Michigan dam disaster, water returns to Smallwood Lake

Times of India

Smallwood Lake in Michigan has started refilling after work on Smallwood Dam reached substantial completion in July. The refill began on August 4 and is expected to take eight to 10 weeks. Meanwhile, work continues at Secord and Edenville dams, with Secord facing a delay after crews found a problem with a spillway gate.

Virgin Australia removed a wheelchair user because his mobility device would not fit under his seat

Virgin Australia removed a wheelchair user because his mobility device would not fit under his seat

Times of India

Virgin Australia has issued an apology to Shane Hryhorec after he was removed from a flight due to a misunderstanding regarding the safety of his wheelchair's power add-on motor. Despite Hryhorec's explanation that the device easily detaches, airline staff insisted on his removal. This incident unveils the need for improved accessibility training in airlines. In response, Virgin Australia is reass...

Why are Prince Harry and Meghan moving back to the UK? – The Latest

Why are Prince Harry and Meghan moving back to the UK? – The Latest

The Guardian

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are planning to return to live in Britain, six years after leaving for the US: a decision that was subject to intense media scrutiny. The couple and their two children are expected to relocate later in August to a non-royal residence.Nosheen Iqbal speaks to senior national editor Aaron Sharp – watch on YouTube Continue reading...

Specsavers pays £12m dividend to parent company after jump in earnings

Specsavers pays £12m dividend to parent company after jump in earnings

The Guardian

Pre-tax profits rose at high street opticians to £429.7m in the year to February while sales increased 7% to £4.3bnSpecsavers has paid £12m to its parent company controlled by founders Doug and Dame Mary Perkins after the high street opticians’ profits increased by more than a quarter.The group operates nearly 3,000 optometry, audiology and ophthalmology businesses globally in at least eight count...

Specsavers pays £12m dividend to parent company as profits soar

Specsavers pays £12m dividend to parent company as profits soar

The Guardian

Pre-tax profits rose at high street opticians to £429.7m in the year to February while sales increased 7% to £4.3bnSpecsavers has paid £12m to its parent company controlled by founders Doug and Dame Mary Perkins after the high street opticians’ profits soared by more than a quarter.The group operates nearly 3,000 optometry, audiology and ophthalmology businesses globally in at least eight countrie...