Clyburn optimistic Congress can close ‘Charleston loophole’ on gun purchases

Rep. James Clyburn’s legislation aims to close the so-called “Charleston loophole,” which allows people with incomplete…

Sunflowers: a feast for your eyes, and for pollinators | Alys Fowler

The annual sunflower needs no introduction; it is a thing full of cheer, always turning its…

A bug’s life: how a volunteer army is putting Britain’s wildlife on the record

Ashleigh Whiffin’s day job as assistant curator of entomology is to look after National Museums Scotland’s…

‘Fishing is a form of meditation’ – it’s always been my escape

It would start with the cellar door. My dad’s friend Darcy would park outside our house…

House Ethics Committee opens Gaetz investigation

The House Ethics Committee on Friday opened an investigation into Rep. Matt Gaetz over an array…

The week in wildlife – in pictures

The best of the week’s wildlife pictures, including a bald eagle livestream, polar bear research and…

The world won’t be greener until it’s fairer | Simone Tagliapietra

Action on the climate crisis must come with a social contract to protect the poor and…

Greta Thunberg says she will not attend Cop26 climate summit

Swedish activist says uneven Covid vaccine rollout means countries would not participate on even terms The…

A new report suggests sea creatures are fleeing the equator! | First Dog on the Moon

A new report suggests sea creatures are fleeing the equator! | Climate change | The Guardian…

The ‘forgotten’ people picking your Brazil nuts – for a fraction of the price

On a steamy March morning, Edivan Kaxarari walks with a few other villagers in single file…