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Ministers face fresh legal challenge over Heathrow airport plans
The government faces a legal challenge over its plan to expand Heathrow airport, with lawyers and environmentalists demanding it review its policy in line...
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The vast majority of protected landscapes across Europe are rated as in poor or bad condition and vital species and their habitats continue to...
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Covid-19 mink variants discovered in humans in seven countries
Seven countries are now reporting mink-related Sars-CoV-2 mutations in humans, according to new scientific analysis.
The mutations are identified as Covid-19 mink variants as they...
The Guardian view on wildlife in lockdown: feeling the pressure | Editorial
At London zoo, the giraffes, which are easily visible from the street, had regular visitors even during lockdown, and an illuminated NHS sign on...
The week in wildlife – in pictures
The pick of the world’s best flora and fauna photos, including an ant tug of war and red macaws’ return Continue reading...