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Man admits killing neighbour’s fish out of ‘frustration and lack of sleep’

Gerry Duffy, 76, of Barnet, will be sentenced later.

Evening Standard · Aug 4

In 2015, helicopters began dropping logs into Washington's Queets-Clearwater watershed, helping crews rebuild 8 miles of critical salmon habitat

Tribal nations and partners use helicopters to place logs in remote rivers. These logs help restore salmon habitats destroyed by past logging practices. The Quinault Indian Nation closed its fisheries due to insufficient salmon populations. Scientific studies show floods and food supply also significantly impact fish. This collaborative effort highlights…

The Times of India · Aug 4

30 Dry Humor Comics By This Artist That Take Everyday Situations In The Strangest Directions

Some comics make you laugh because they take something familiar and show it from a completely unexpected angle. That’s exactly what Jeff Mugleston does in his series 'Walk the Fish.' The cartoonist turns ordinary situations into strange and funny moments, combining dry humor, absurd ideas, and perfectly timed dialogue.

Bored Panda · Aug 4

How to find all secret dungeons and farm infinite Vein Crystals in DragonSword: Awakening

Tired of mining? Here's how to find all of the secret dungeons and farm infinite Vein Crystals in DragonSword: Awakening.

Destructoid · Aug 3

In 1898, American bullfrogs were imported to California for frog legs; the predators later spread across the West, eating native frogs, fish, snakes, birds and small mammals

American bullfrogs were introduced to California for food markets in the late 19th century. These frogs became invasive predators in new ecosystems lacking natural controls. Yosemite National Park conservationists worked for years to remove bullfrogs from the valley. This extensive effort finally achieved eradication from Yosemite Valley in 2019. The…

The Times of India · Aug 3

In the early 1900s, the USDA distributed torpedograss as cattle feed; its torpedo-shaped roots later invaded southern wetlands and waterways

Torpedograss, introduced for livestock forage, now invades southern United States wetlands. This grass spreads efficiently through underground rhizomes, making it difficult to control. It forms dense stands, outcompeting native vegetation and altering plant communities. Management efforts often require repeated applications of herbicides and mechanical removal. Preventing rhizome fragment movement is…

The Times of India · Aug 3

Cats went mad, birds fell from the sky, and a disease caused by poisoned seafood devastated an entire Japanese coastal community

For decades, the quiet fishing city of Minamata on Japan's southern coast appeared to be thriving. Families depended on the sea for food and livelihoods, unaware that an invisible poison was steadily moving through the marine ecosystem. The first signs did not appear in people but in animals. Cats began…

The Times of India · Aug 3

In 2016, countries came together to protect a huge part of Antarctica's ocean, creating the world's largest marine reserve

The Ross Sea Marine Protected Area became a global conservation milestone after years of negotiation. This vast Antarctic reserve was established by the CCAMLR member states in 2016. It protects a significant marine ecosystem supporting diverse wildlife and vital phytoplankton blooms. Scientific study of climate change impacts is also a…

The Times of India · Aug 3

Scientist explore Alabama cave, expecting to learn more of endangered species, only to discover something new: The demon cavefish

The cave system is the most studied in the southwestern US.

We Got This Covered · Aug 3

10 of Britain’s best piers for dining, nightlife and good old seaside fun

From Blackpool to Bournemouth, these quintessentially British institutions celebrate a lot more than fish and chips and amusement arcades

The Guardian - UK · Aug 3