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Partial lunar eclipse to turn Moon red over Northern Ireland on 28 August

A partial lunar eclipse will turn the Moon red over Northern Ireland on 28 August, with maximum eclipse at 05:12 BST. The Moon will be low in the western sky, and cloud cover may affect visibility across much of the region.

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Nepal death toll climbs as Middlesbrough gang violence grips UK town

Nepal's death toll climbs to at least 165 with nearly 1,500 missing as UK town of Middlesbrough gripped by gang violence. Friday's papers lead with both crises as rescue operations continue and police deploy hundreds of officers.

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Families fly to Nepal as search continues for 1,400 missing after devastating border floods

Nearly 1,400 people remain missing after a catastrophic flash flood struck the Nepal-Tibet border region on Wednesday, killing at least 475. Families of 33 missing British nationals have begun flying to Nepal to search for relatives as rescue operations continue across both countries.

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Sark plans to shield 30% of surrounding waters under marine protection scheme

Sark is developing a marine protection plan to safeguard 30% of its surrounding waters, protecting habitats for species including lobster, rays and octopus. The proposal, backed by the Blue Marine Foundation and local stakeholders, requires approval from Chief Pleas by 30 September 2026.

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Litter Crisis Worsening, Says 81-Year-Old Anti-Littering Campaigner

An 81-year-old anti-littering campaigner has toured all 39 BBC radio stations across England over 55 days, warning that litter problems are worsening across the country.

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Nepal-Tibet border flood death toll reaches 469; hundreds still missing as new flood risk emerges

Death toll from the Nepal-Tibet border flood has reached 469 with over 1,300 missing. A glacier collapse triggered the catastrophe on Wednesday, destroying villages and infrastructure. A new flood risk has emerged from a debris-clogged barrier lake that could breach within days.

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Cornish choughs hit record 161 nesting birds as species thrives

A record 161 choughs have nested in Cornwall this summer, emerging from 56 successful breeding pairs. The population has recovered dramatically since three birds arrived from Ireland in 2001, with the species now expanding beyond the Lizard Peninsula to locations including Tintagel Castle.

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Farmers urge patience as manure-spreading season brings strong odours to fields

Farmers in East Yorkshire are asking residents to be patient with manure-spreading odours as they apply animal waste to fields as natural fertiliser. The practice improves soil health and reduces chemical fertiliser use, though it generates temporary but strong smells. The government is reviewing...

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Cairngorms wildfire prompts major land management overhaul to prevent future blazes

The Cairngorms wildfire that burned for over a month has prompted the RSPB and other land managers to implement major changes including wider fire breaks, wetland creation, and modified tree planting to prevent future blazes. The disaster has united previously opposing stakeholders around wildfir...

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Suffolk Wildlife Trust launches first survey on nature attitudes

Suffolk Wildlife Trust launches its first dedicated nature survey to understand public attitudes towards wildlife and conservation, weeks after a major wildfire destroyed 112 hectares of protected habitat at Dunwich Heath and RSPB Minsmere.

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Climate reporters share transformative ideas reshaping the planet

Environment reporters worldwide share transformative climate initiatives reshaping communities, from wind turbine innovations protecting wildlife to agricultural restoration delivering ecological and economic benefits.

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Met Office Yellow Warnings Continue as Thunderstorms and Flooding Sweep UK Into Weekend

Met Office yellow weather warnings for thunderstorms and heavy rain continue across the UK through Thursday and into the weekend, with flash flooding risk and impacts on major festivals and events.

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