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In 2025, Mexico City’s eucalyptus trees face new scrutiny as researchers assess risks of tree failure in urban spaces

Eucalyptus trees, popular for their rapid growth, now face scrutiny in urban settings. A study in Mexico City assessed physical risks and resident views on these trees. Researchers identified specific areas with higher risks of tree failure due to various factors. Many residents appreciate eucalyptus for shade and scent, influencing…

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Russia's Telegram crackdown: Pavel Durov charged with aiding terrorism, puts him on international wanted list

Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) on Wednesday charged Telegram founder Pavel Durov with aiding terrorist activities and placed him on an international wanted list, accusing the messaging platform of failing to remove content allegedly used by Ukrainian intelligence agencies and terrorist and extremist organisations.

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In the late 1800s, mallards were introduced to Hawaii, and their descendants are now breeding with the native duck, raising concerns about genetic extinction

Hawaiian ducks face a genetic threat from mallard hybridisation across islands. Research shows significant mixing on Oahu, Hawaii Island, and Maui. Kauai retains more native duck genetics, but some mallard ancestry is present. Hybrid populations may remain stable across multiple generations. Conservation efforts must consider genetic factors alongside population numbers.

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In the 1770s, Captain Cook released pigs and goats in New Zealand to feed future sailors. Their descendants still threaten the country's native forests today

When Captain James Cook sailed through New Zealand's Marlborough Sounds during his second and third voyages in the 1770s, he deliberately released pigs and goats into the bush, hoping to establish a self-sustaining source of meat for future European sailors who might pass through the region. Cook could not have…

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In 1959, Hawaii introduced cattle egrets to eat flies around livestock; they spread across the islands and created unexpected challenges

Cattle egrets were introduced to Hawaii in 1959 for pest control purposes. Their population rapidly increased, spreading across islands and into new habitats. These birds created significant aviation safety concerns near several Hawaiian airports. They also became pests at prawn farms, preying on valuable stock. The egrets' adaptability highlights unpredictable…

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A former The North Face founder's historic land donation turned Patagonia's wilderness into one of the world's largest national parks

In 1991, American businessman Douglas Tompkins, who had co-founded the outdoor clothing companies The North Face and Esprit, bought a semi-abandoned plot of land in the Renihue River Valley in southern Chile, drawn by the region's ancient, untouched temperate rainforest. What began as a personal effort to protect one threatened…

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In 1959, Boston closed a harbour island dump where underground fires smouldered for years; Big Dig soil later sealed the waste before Spectacle Island reopened as a park in 2006

Spectacle Island, once a landfill, is now a vibrant public park with hiking paths and harbour views. Excavated soil from Boston's Big Dig project helped restore the island's damaged landscape. Over fifteen years, thousands of trees and shrubs were planted, creating new wildlife habitats. This ambitious restoration effort successfully repurposed…

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An ancient 130-acre California salt marsh was filled, drained and turned into an airfield; a century later, crews removed 230,000 cubic yards of soil to let the tides return

Crissy Field, once a concrete expanse, has been restored to a vibrant tidal marsh. Engineers removed tons of contaminated material and fill to reopen natural water flow. This restoration re-established crucial habitat for numerous plant and animal species. Birds now use the area as an important stopover along the Pacific…

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In 1999, an Oregon engineer spent $100,000 on a retired Boeing 727 and turned it into a home deep in the forest

In 1999, retired electrical engineer Bruce Campbell paid 100,000 dollars for a decommissioned Boeing 727-200 that had spent its working life flying for Olympic Airways in Greece, then had the aircraft flown to Oregon and hauled in pieces to a wooded property near Hillsboro, where it was reassembled and slowly…

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Ancient footprints found in Kenya reveal how early human relatives may have travelled and lived together 1.43 million years ago

Ancient footprints found in Kenya offer rare glimpses into early human relatives. These impressions date back approximately 1.43 million years to a lakeshore environment. The tracks suggest several large-bodied individuals moved together across muddy ground. This discovery provides new evidence about hominin body size and social organization. The findings reshape…

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In 1912, Japan gifted cherry trees to the US as a symbol of friendship; today, Washington’s blossoms face earlier blooms and damaging cold snaps

Washington D.C.'s cherry blossoms, a gift from Japan, now face climate change impacts. Warmer winters and sudden cold spells damage the delicate flowers and affect blooming periods. Predicting the flowering time has become more challenging due to these erratic weather conditions. These trees symbolise a century-long friendship between Japan and…

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After San Francisco Bay agencies acquired 15,000 acres of salt ponds in 2003, restoration began turning them into wetlands where migratory birds returned

Industrial salt ponds in San Francisco Bay are now being restored into tidal wetlands. This ambitious project aims to improve wildlife habitat and protect against flooding. Endangered species have returned to the newly restored marshes much sooner than anticipated. Migratory birds are also finding renewed habitat and resting places along…

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'They're enemies like India': Pakistan minister Khawaja Asif justifies killing of over 30 protesters in PoK

"I put the protesters of PojK in the same category as India and consider them as enemies," Khawaja Asif said when asked about the protest that intensified on Monday leading to the killing of over 30 protestors. Moreover, the Amnesty International USA called the Pakistani crackdown on protestors as "disturbing"…

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Inside one of America's most active volcanoes: How Pagan Island became home to just two residents

Far out in the western Pacific, in a chain of islands that form part of United States territory, sits Pagan, one of the most active volcanoes in the entire Mariana Islands arc. The island was completely evacuated in 1981 after a major eruption forced its small community to flee, and…

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Inside US-Saudi nuclear deal: Trump opens critical door in Middle East; why Pakistan is biggest loser

The newly forged nuclear pact between the US and Saudi Arabia promises to transform the atomic dynamics in the region. This agreement grants Saudi Arabia the ability to enrich uranium domestically, supervised by the United States, effectively diminishing Pakistan's nuclear dominance. The emergence of a nuclear triangle comprising Israel, Iran,…

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Inside Spain's 'cannibal cave': Scientists thought only children were victims. New fossils reveal adults were also eaten by Homo antecessor

New fossil discoveries at Gran Dolina cave in northern Spain show that cannibalism practised by an ancient human relative called Homo antecessor was not limited to children, as earlier evidence had suggested. Researchers recovered two dozen bones and teeth belonging to this now extinct species, which lived in Europe between…

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Ousted PM Sheikh Hasina plans Bangladesh return: 'I may be killed, I may be sent to prison'

Ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina plans to return to Bangladesh by December. She is prepared to face arrest, imprisonment, or even execution upon her arrival. Hasina fled the country in August 2024 after widespread protests ended her rule. Her party faces repression and legal proceedings following the change in government.

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In 2001, scientists released beetles to fight an invasive tree. Years later, an endangered bird had lost 94% of its habitat along one western river

The breeding grounds of the Southwestern Willow Flycatcher stretch across thousands of kilometres of rivers and streams in the American Southwest, yet much of its habitat has long been difficult to assess in a consistent way. Thick vegetation, changing river systems and seasonal drought all make monitoring the small migratory…

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A 13-year-old boy was airlifted after a rabid beaver attacked him at a Maryland state park, forcing officials to close the swimming beach

A summer outing at one of Maryland's most popular state parks turned into a frightening medical emergency after a 13-year-old boy was attacked by a beaver while swimming. The incident occurred on Sunday morning at the William Houck Area of Cunningham Falls State Park in Frederick County, where the boy…

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Trump bans new Chinese robots and power inverters over security fears

Explaining the decision, the FCC said the targeted products could expose the country to supply chain risks and cyber threats. "These devices could create supply chain vulnerabilities that could disrupt US economic and national security and could create a cybersecurity risk that threatened American critical infrastructure," the agency said. FCC…

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In 1934, this Pennsylvania mountain went from a hawk killing ground to the world's first raptor sanctuary and changed bird conservation forever

Every autumn, the skies above a forested ridge in eastern Pennsylvania fill with movement. Eagles drift on rising air, falcons streak across the horizon and kestrels appear in quick flashes before disappearing south. For generations, Hawk Mountain has been one of North America's best places to witness this seasonal migration…

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Middle East war escalates: Multiple dead in US-Saudi strikes in Iraq; Iran targets Hormuz ships - top developments

United States and Saudi Arabia launched joint strikes on Iran-backed groups in Iraq. Iran claimed to have intercepted oil tankers and fired missiles at US installations. Eight Iraqi PMF members were killed in the joint US-Saudi attacks. Oil prices climbed amid concerns over energy supply disruptions. Diplomatic efforts continue as…

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Singapore built a floating solar farm in the sea, but thousands of barnacles turned it into an engineering challenge that could sink its 13,000 solar panels

Singapore uses floating solar farms to overcome land scarcity for renewable energy goals. Marine organisms like barnacles attach to pontoons, adding significant weight and reducing buoyancy. This biofouling accelerates corrosion and can damage electrical components of the solar arrays. Maintaining these offshore solar plants requires constant maintenance and inspections.

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A great white shark attacked a woman off Sydney; the paddleboarder who carried her to shore has now crossed 52km to win a world title in record time

Australian paddleboarder Charlie Verco won his fourth Molokai to Oahu world championship in Hawaii in record time, just weeks after rescuing a woman during a great white shark attack off Sydney's Coogee Beach. The trained surf lifesaver said a relaxed approach helped him break the previous course record by three…

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Watch: Japan earthquake leaves 13 dead, 9,000 in evacuation centres as building collapses, explosion in mall

At least 13 people were killed after a powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Japan's southwestern Kumamoto region on Tuesday, flattening buildings and trapping people under collapsed structures as rescue teams raced to find survivors.

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