RSPB is a UK charity protecting birds and nature, running reserves, campaigns and science-led conservation.
The Welsh government has pledged a multi-annual budget for farming subsidies, ring-fenced at 340m a year through 2030, delivering certainty for farmers amid shifts to environmental schemes and legacy funding. About half of farmers are joining the Sustainable Farming Scheme while others remain in the legacy regime, with mixed views on the adequacy of funding.
Three new osprey chicks have been ringed at Foulshaw Moss Nature Reserve, Cumbria, with a long-standing pair producing three healthy youngsters. The release notes that the Birds’ life history is tracked to understand habitat needs amid ongoing conservation pressures.
Bill Oddie, the Goodies star and longtime wildlife presenter, has died aged 85. His agent says he was a multi-talented figure who championed conservation, with Springwatch and Birding with Bill Oddie among his notable programs. He faced battles with mental health throughout his life.
A wildfire on Dunwich Heath near Minsmere has burned hundreds of acres, destroying habitat for rare species. Firefighters have stabilised the blaze, while authorities urge caution and local volunteers rally to support habitat recovery through fundraising and long-term stewardship.
A wildfire in Cairngorms National Park near Aviemore has burned thousands of acres of moor and woodland since July 15. More than 500 firefighters have tackled the blaze. A £3 million fund administered by Highland Council is established to support businesses hit by disruption, with ongoing cordons and reopening plans.
Twenty-one white storks have been released from breeding aviaries in Bodmin Moor, Cornwall, as part of a rewilding project inspired by Knepp in West Sussex. The birds are expected to acclimate in Cornwall for a couple of months before migrating south for winter, with hopes they will return to nest in coming years. Natural England notes that releases are not a native priority, citing historical records of storks in Britain, while supporters argue climate-driven range shifts justify the experiment.
England endures a fourth heatwave this summer, with drought conditions expanding across the country. Hosepipe bans are in place or expanding, reservoirs remain low, and experts warn that only sustained rainfall will ease the strain on water resources and wildlife.
Scientists say climate change is pushing several bird and mammal species northward, with new breeding evidence appearing in Scotland and Northern Ireland. The latest findings show little egret nesting in Aberdeenshire, barn owls breeding in Fermanagh, and ospreys reestablishing in Anglesey and Rutland Water. Conservation groups urge vigilance and habitat protection as ranges expand and threats persist.
A long-running study of carrion crows uses tiny microphones and artificial intelligence to decode their complex vocalizations, revealing thousands of hours of calls from birds and brood parasites. The researchers say the work advances understanding of crow communication and behavior.
Lewes Town Council has unanimously approved a motion recognizing the intrinsic value of local trees, hedgerows and forests. The measure establishes a town-wide, rights-based framework to protect urban greens, aligning Lewes with international rights-of-nature trends while aiming to boost climate resilience and deter inappropriate development.
Scientists are studying storm petrels and other seabirds around Scotland’s islands to better monitor and protect them, while examining techniques that could aid seabird conservation across island archipelagos.
Women farmers form a large share of Africa’s agricultural workforce, but face higher risks, less land, and limited access to finance and tools. El Niño-driven droughts highlight the need for inclusive, gender-aware climate resilience and investment in irrigation and resources.
Auditor General reports ScotWind revenues have been drawn down to £96m with £507m expected by 2031; government promises transparency as developers’ long-term leases determine future income and public value.
Two of five released white-tailed eagle pairs have bred, with three chicks fledging this year across Dorset and Sussex. Nine wild-born birds have appeared since 2019 as conservation efforts gather pace.
Amazon’s About You page has become a viral topic as users discover personalized inferences drawn from purchases, Alexa conversations, and reviews. The pages mix accurate details with surprising guesses, prompting debate over data privacy and user control. Shoppers can edit or remove details, but underlying history may remain.
Recent biodiversity reports show significant drops in animal populations across Africa and Europe, with farmers’ lands hit hardest and some species showing hopeful recoveries where targeted conservation has been implemented. The data underscore the urgent need for policy shifts and sustainable farming practices to avert a global collapse.