The Latest Breaking News from Bees

War and microplastics are new threat to bees, scientists warn

Report from University of Reading found Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has left bees without diverse food

The Independent UK · May 20, 2025

Bees face new threats from wars, street lights and microplastics, scientists warn

University of Reading report says conflicts including war in Ukraine among 12 most pressing threats to pollinator

The Guardian - UK · May 19, 2025

Fish driving cars and chimps doing maths: what teaching animals ‘irrelevant’ skills reveals about our own minds

Did you know goldfish can learn to drive cars? Have you heard bumblebees can learn to pull on a string? Would you believe some primates can perform calculations with Arabic numerals?

The Conversation · May 19, 2025

I didn't think No Mow May was for me, until I tried this simple twist on the trend

Experts say we should stop mowing our lawns in May for the sake of bees and butterflies, but how feasible is it really?

Woman & Home · May 11, 2025

Ipswich 0-1 Brentford: Kevin Schade extends winning run to keep European hopes alive for Bees

Brentford sit eighth with two matches to go and could earn a place in next season’s Conference League

Evening Standard · May 10, 2025

Can you be friends with bees and why does the sun look yellow? The kids’ quiz

Five multiple-choice questions – set by children – to test your knowledge, and a chance to submit your own junior brainteasers for future quizzes

The Guardian - UK · May 10, 2025

Ipswich vs. Brentford: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Previewing Ipswich vs. Brentford in the Premier League on Saturday. Includes how to watch on TV, team news, score prediction and full build-up.

Sports Illustrated · May 9, 2025

Saturday’s Football Acca Tips: Wolves and Bees Lead 75/1 Fourfold

Follow our free football betting tips and accumulator selection for Saturday’s 3pm games

The Independent UK · May 9, 2025

Humans are killing helpful insects in hundreds of ways − simple steps can reduce the harm

Insects are all around us – an ant on the sidewalk, a bee buzzing by, a butterfly floating on the breeze – and they shape the world we experience. They pollinate flowering plants, decompose waste, control pests, and are critical links in food chains.

The Conversation · May 8, 2025

Bees will love your garden if you add this one feature, say wildlife experts – and it requires minimal effort on your part

A 'rough patch' requires little effort or space

Ideal Home · May 8, 2025