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Calaminarian grassland, a rare habitat, has emerged in areas where lead mining has contaminated the soil over the past 1,000 years. This unique ecosystem supports plants such as pansies and pennycress that have adapted to thrive in toxic conditions. Heavy…

Millions of households in the UK will see their energy bills rise by over £200 a year. Ofgem, the energy regulator, has increased the price cap on default energy tariffs. This change will affect around 22 million households. The new…

Europe is experiencing unseasonably high temperatures in May, with several capitals recording record-breaking heat. Madrid, Paris, London, Dublin, and Berlin are among the cities affected. Residents and tourists alike are struggling to cope with the heat, which is expected to…

Gina Rinehart has acquired a 10% stake in Southern Cross Media, owner of the Seven network, through a $26 million deal. The purchase was made possible with the assistance of media executive Bruce McWilliam. Rinehart, a mining billionaire, has previously…

Australia's inflation rate has eased to 4.2% in the year to April, driven by a decline in fuel prices following the government's fuel excise relief. This marks a decrease from the previous month's rate. Despite the dip, economists warn that…

Iceland's foreign minister, Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir, has expressed concern that the country's upcoming EU accession referendum could be swayed by misinformation. Gunnarsdóttir warned that opponents of EU membership are using fear tactics to influence voters. The referendum, scheduled to take…

The Dorset coastline, known for its diverse seabird population, is home to a variety of species that attract attention from birdwatchers and conservationists. Puffins, in particular, are a popular sight, but other birds like the rock pipit often go unnoticed.…