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Cows are aiding the survival of Britain's high brown fritillary butterfly by maintaining habitats that require a balance of bracken and a specific violet. The butterfly's population depends on these plants being present in moderation.

Cows are aiding the survival of Britain's high brown fritillary butterfly by maintaining the balance of bracken and a specific violet species required for its habitat. The butterfly thrives when these plants exist in moderation.

China has landed a reusable rocket for the first time, according to state media. This follows similar landings of reusable rockets by US-owned companies SpaceX and Blue Origin.

A 40-year project has helped save little terns, a marine bird species threatened by high tides and beachgoers, through volunteer efforts.

The UK experienced temperatures exceeding 35C as a heatwave persists, with temperatures surpassing 34C for eight days this year, breaking the previous annual record of seven days.

Pressure builds on the Port of Rotterdam to be greener as a lawsuit demands faster cuts in fossil fuel dependence.

A lawsuit is pressuring the Port of Rotterdam to accelerate its transition away from fossil fuel companies. The legal action highlights demands for the port to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels.

The article discusses the growing need for air conditioning in UK homes as summers become hotter and explores the costs and methods of installation. It questions whether air conditioning should become a standard feature in most homes due to rising temperatures.

The article discusses the increasing need for air conditioning in UK homes due to hotter summers and explores the costs and feasibility of installation.

The Species Recovery Trust aims to reintroduce New Forest cicadas, an extinct singing insect species, to the UK after they were last seen in the 1990s. Eggs of the cicadas are being brought back as part of this conservation effort.

A rare six-belted clearwing moth was discovered at Rough Park by conservationists, who are now hoping to locate more of the species in other areas.

Scientists are using photos taken by beachgoers to study the impact of climate change on coastal areas. The initiative aims to gather data through public contributions to better understand environmental changes.

Scientists are using photos taken by beachgoers to study the effects of climate change on coastal areas. This citizen science approach aims to gather data on coastal changes through everyday snapshots.

A mountain of rubbish in Indonesia has been on fire for over a week, according to environmental activists who attribute the blaze to the country's growing waste crisis.

A mountain of rubbish in Indonesia has been on fire for over a week. Environmental activists associate the blaze with Indonesia's growing waste crisis.

An 'extreme' marine heatwave is expected in parts of the UK, with scientists warning of potential wide-ranging consequences for marine life due to high sea temperatures.

An 'extreme' marine heatwave is expected in parts of the UK, with scientists warning of potential wide-ranging consequences for marine life due to high sea temperatures.

A typhoon triggered floods and rare tornadoes in China, leaving villagers stranded and struggling to access food and assistance. The BBC reported on the challenges faced by affected families.

Amber heat-health alerts are active in the UK as a prolonged heatwave is expected, with temperatures in southern England potentially reaching 36C (97F). The heatwave is among the longest-lasting since 1976.

Researchers are studying slug behavior to help farmers protect their crops. Predicting how slugs interact with their environment is aiding agricultural efforts.