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www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Europe politics

Conservatives face obliteration' as UK in worse state than 2010, Tory MP says

The Conservatives risk being ejected from power in the next election due to leaving the country worse off than when they took office.
Senior Tory MP Danny Kruger admits that over 13 years in government, things have gotten worse, but highlights a few achievements like the free school movement and Brexit. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Tories chose partner of disgraced ex-MP Peter Bone to replace him

Disgraced ex-MP Peter Bone's girlfriend has been chosen as the Conservative candidate for the by-election to replace him.
The Conservatives face two upcoming by-elections, one of which is due to the resignation of former net zero tsar, Chris Skidmore. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
UK politics

Forget Labour's tax bombshell'. It's Tory policy that needs a watchful eye | Larry Elliott

Conservatives are focusing on portraying Labour leader Keir Starmer as untrustworthy and high tax-and-spend.
Despite a recent cut in national insurance, voters are aware that the cost of living is still challenging. [ more ]
moreuk-polit
www.mediaite.com
4 months ago
US politics

WATCH: Elise Stefanik THROWS DOWN With Kristen Welker After NBC Anchor Plays Clip Exposing Her Jan. 6 Flip-Flop

Elise Stefanik claims that those being held accountable for their actions in the January 6th riot are being treated as hostages.
Stefanik believes there is a weaponization of the federal government against conservatives and Catholics. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
4 months ago
California

California mountain lion population is thousands fewer than previously estimated

The estimated number of mountain lions in California is between 3,200 and 4,500, which is lower than previously thought.
The study used GPS collar data and genetic information from scat samples to model population densities across different regions of California. [ more ]
BBC News
4 months ago
London

What is it like to be a Royal Parks volunteer?

The Royal Parks charity is seeking conservation volunteers in London.
Volunteers help maintain the grounds and perform other duties.
Volunteers share their experiences and motivations for caring for the London parks. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
UK politics

The Guardian view on Starmer's new year speech: Britain is ready to hope for more | Editorial

Labour needs to maintain discipline and avoid complacency in the face of a large poll lead over the Conservatives.
Sir Keir Starmer's speech focused on a vision of necessary national renewal, emphasizing the need to clean up politics and move away from divisive populism. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
OMG science

Birds of prey in Africa experiencing population collapse, study finds

Many tropical raptor species in Africa have disappeared over the past 40 years due to habitat conversion to farmland.
Nearly 90% of the 42 raptor species studied have experienced declines, with over two-thirds being globally threatened. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
OMG science

These Vets Make House Calls for Killer Whales

One day last September, a team of scientists clambered onto a small boat and set out into the Salish Sea, searching for an endangered population of orcas.
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
Europe politics

With 2024 being a UK election year, the opposition wants an early vote. PM Rishi Sunak is in no rush

The politician favored to become Britain's next prime minister accused the governing Conservatives on Thursday of leading the country into decline and despair during their 14 years in power, and urged Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to bring it on and hold an early election.
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Pine martens return from brink of extinction in southern England

Pine martens, once on the brink of extinction in southern England, are now breeding in the New Forest, Hampshire.
Conservation efforts, including reintroduction programs, have helped pine martens make a comeback in various UK forests. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Reform UK rules out deal with the Tories as Nigel Farage ducks bid to become MP

Reform UK has ruled out a deal with the Tories in the 2024 general election.
Nigel Farage is unlikely to make an eighth bid to become an MP, but may play a front-line role in the election campaign. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announces date for 2024 Spring Budget

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has announced the date for the 2024 spring Budget, as the Conservatives scramble to appease voters with tax cuts ahead of the upcoming general election.
www.scientificamerican.com
4 months ago
Digital life

What's Missing from the Emoji Animal Kingdom?

Emoji representations of the natural world are incomplete and biased, lacking certain branches of the tree of life and favoring vertebrate animals over other life-forms.
The limited representation of biodiversity in emojis hinders communication about conservation and biology, especially across language barriers. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Women

Taking flight: why the sky's the limit for a women's birding club in Uganda

Uganda Women Birders Club aims to break male dominance in the field of birding.
Uganda has the highest concentration of birds in Africa and aims to generate $700m in tourist revenue by 2030. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
4 months ago
Women

Conservative Dad's' Calendar Featuring Scantily Clad Riley Gaines and Other Sexy Pics Sparks Outrage on Right

Conservatives are divided over a new pinup calendar featuring conservative women
The calendar, titled 'Conservative Dad's Real Women of America 2024 Calendar,' has sparked controversy and debate [ more ]
Hcn
4 months ago
Left-wing politics

Is Biden waging a war on energy? Or on the climate?

A couple of weeks ago, I stumbled on a Republican National Committee in the Patriot Post titled "Biden Accelerates War on American Energy."
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