New international rules to tackle the “wild west” global trade in plastic, which has seen wealthy…
Year: 2020
Country diary: a walk before dawn on a moonless path
In dark December, so many walks traverse the fold between night and day. A yearning for…
Congressional staffers eligible to receive coronavirus vaccine
Congress’ attending physician informed lawmakers Monday night that two staffers in every House member and senator’s…
House votes to override Trump veto of defense bill
The House on Monday rejected a bid by President Donald Trump to derail major defense policy…
Lockdown awakened our interest in nature, but it mustn’t be at the expense of wildlife | Isabella Tree
A surge in outdoor activity in the UK has exposed how vital it is to balance…
New nectar: could artificial pollen make life sweeter for bees?
In winter, starved of pollen and lacking natural forage, honeybee colonies can easily falter. But nutritious…
UK beach clean: disco ball and pink pants among oddest items found
Crisp packets, cup lids and wet wipes among the more mundane objects commonly encountered A full-size…
Is nuclear fusion the answer to the climate crisis?
Promising new studies suggest the long elusive technology may be capable of producing electricity for the…
Meet the GOP freshmen taking on the ‘Squad’
On the first day of Congress’ freshman orientation, four incoming GOP members realized they shared a…