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Rare fin whale feeding spotted off Pembrokeshire coast

Priya Shah October 20, 2026

A boater captured a rare fin whale feeding near the Pembrokeshire coast, an unusual coastal sighting experts say is unexpected during typical migration.

‘The History of Concrete’ finds humor in a crumbling world

Osama Haddad October 19, 2026

The History of Concrete blends deadpan humor and stark facts to reveal how a crumbling, carbon-heavy material shapes daily life and risk in modern cities.

Why native aquatic plants are vital for healthy lakes

Priya Shah October 18, 2026

Ecologists say native aquatic plants keep lakes clear, curb algae, and deter invasives, urging a rethink of weed removal and chemical use.

Study: 100 metre buffer flagged most NSW homes lost to fires

Osama Haddad October 17, 2026

New research finds 94% of NSW homes lost in the Black Summer were within the 100 metre buffer, as authorities weigh tougher standards amid rising bushfire risk.

Senators press probe into Ukraine Starlink restrictions

Priya Shah October 16, 2026

A bipartisan group of U.S. senators is urging an immediate investigation into Ukraine Starlink restrictions that slowed drone operations and disrupted security systems.

Report finds heat pumps and the grid can work in sync

Osama Haddad October 16, 2026

A new analysis says U.S. winter capacity can support widespread adoption of heat pumps without straining the grid, cutting emissions and lowering bills.

Judge halts tree clearing at East Potomac Golf Links

Priya Shah October 15, 2026

A federal judge paused further tree removal at East Potomac Golf Links after more than 400 trees were cut. Top Interior and Park Service officials must testify next week.

Court voids NSW goldmine protection order tied to river site

Osama Haddad October 14, 2026

A federal court struck down an NSW goldmine protection order issued under Indigenous heritage laws, sending the case back for redetermination.

Cornwall fly-tipping crackdown brings fines up to £5,000

Priya Shah October 13, 2026

Cornwall is stepping up enforcement on illegal dumping, with offenders facing fines up to £5,000. Officials are urging the public to report fly-tipping.

Los Angeles mosquitoes surge amid heat, El Niño and humidity

Osama Haddad October 11, 2026

Los Angeles mosquitoes are swarming after heatwaves and El Niño, fueling a spike in West Nile virus and worries over invasive Aedes ankle biters across SoCal.

Tropical Storm Rachel drives flooding in Newport Beach

Priya Shah October 10, 2026

Tropical Storm Rachel is triggering street flooding in Newport Beach amid high tides, while Hurricane Simon intensifies off Mexico’s Pacific coast.

Louisiana offshore wind aims to outlast Trump-era freeze

Osama Haddad October 9, 2026

Louisiana offshore wind leaders are preserving skills and supply chains through a nationwide slowdown, aiming to revive projects after 2029.

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