science
Nature reserve declared to coincide with King's visit
A stretch of sand dunes will receive the highest statutory protections as a national nature reserve. Source link
Watch: What we know about newly discovered monkey species
New monkey species hailed as ‘amazing discovery’ by conservationist. Source link
New monkey species a 'fascinating discovery', study lead says
A monkey found in the forests of the Democratic Republic of Congo has been confirmed as a new specie. Source link
Volunteer firefighter suspected of starting devastating France forest fire
President Macron said there would be no leniency for arsonists, as France – along with much of Europe – deals with a series of unusual heatwaves. Source link
Extreme weather in the UK is the 'new normal'
Sarah Keith-Lucas details five things you need to know about how the UK climate has changed. Source link
'Complete extermination' of greys is the only way to protect red squirrels
A grey squirrel control officer says there is no other option to trapping and killing the greys after a number of cases of squirrelpox were confirmed in the Borders. Source link
Weekend cooldown to mark end of heatwave for some
Temperatures are set to fall by several degrees in some areas, including parts of Scotland, Northern Ireland and northern England. Source link
New monkey species with orange lips found 'hiding' in DRC forest
Scientists describe “amazing feeling” to look into the face of an animal that so few people knew existed. Source link
Train 'encased in flames' in Canada wildfire
The crew was rescued after the close call. Meanwhile, wildfires in Canada have left Toronto under a haze and sent smoke drifting towards several major US cities. Source link
Two capybara pups born at Longleat
Two capybara pups have been born at Longleat in Wiltshire and are exploring their new home. Source link