Can’t tell if it’s real? Robot birds could soon be nesting around National Parks The robots have been branded a “kind of a Frankenbird” The Independent UK · Apr 10
'Backyard Fireworks' Of WWII Bombs Still Litter Solomon Islands Solomon Islander Dennis Phillip was ploughing his soil by hand when he heard an unusual clunk -- one of the countless unexploded bombs still scattered across the small Pacific nation decades after World War II. Japanese and Allied forces waged a savage campaign across the Solomon Islands from 1942 to… International Business Times · Oct 10, 2025
A deadly 1987 flood foreshadowed the Texas disaster. Survivors ask, ‘why didn’t we learn?’ The Fourth of July tragedy was described as something no one could have seen coming. But in ‘flash flood alley’, an eerily similar event 40 years ago holds important lessons The Guardian - US · Jul 14, 2025
Thirteen North review – new string ensemble make relaxed debut In the first concert by a 13-strong Scottish string ensemble aiming to reach fresh audiences, Bartók’s Divertimento for String Orchestra was delivered with rare gusto and warmth The Guardian - UK · Jun 30, 2023
Top string players team up to produce work by folk-influenced Scottish composers A NEW ensemble which brings together some of Scotland’s top string players has been set up to champion a more diverse future for classical music. The National (Scotland) · May 21, 2023
Daredevil cat Chio rescued by firefighters with cherry picker from 60ft-high ledge He had been out all night in hailstorms and driving rain Manchester Evening News · Mar 22, 2023
Mississippi governor declares state of emergency ahead of massive flooding Flood stage considered ‘major’ at 26ft, but warning estimate floods to reach 34ft in some areas, while others could see 35.8ft of water The Guardian - US · Aug 28, 2022
Mississippi residents are preparing for possible river flooding Experts predict the Pearl River near Jackson will crest by Tuesday. Emergency officials are telling people in low-lying areas to prepare for flooding of homes and businesses. WEKU · Aug 27, 2022
Mississippi residents prepare for possible river flooding People in and around Mississippi's capital city are being told to prepare for flooding of the Pearl River The Independent UK · Aug 26, 2022
‘It’s been horrible’: Commuter chaos as Londoners brave rail and Tube strikes to get to work Workers face packed buses and long waits for limited train services as biggest rail strike in 30 years kicks off The Independent UK · Jun 21, 2022