Steve Duffy A project to identify and tackle sources of pollution on the River Ely could set a precedent for restoring other water courses across Wales, it has been claimed. A “massive survey” of the river found hundreds of fly-tipping hotspots and previously unknown sewage pipes. The Restore our Rivers campaign will now set […]
Welsh fisherman hauls in record-breaking 235lb monster skate
David Griffiths, 46, from Sarn, Powys, made the monster skate catch while sea fishing with 12-year-old son William in the popular spot of Oban, Argyll and Bute, off the Scottish coast. Despite fishing since the age of three, nothing could prepare David for what emerged from the water – what was later confirmed as the […]
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Search for Cardiff City striker Emiliano Sala has been called off
The search for missing Premier League footballer Emiliano Sala has been called off. In a update posted on Twitter by Guernsey Police, harbour master Captain David Barker said the active search for the missing plane had ended. He said: “My team have just met to review the search and rescue operation which has been underway […]
Bradley Wiggins set to defend title
Sir Bradley Wiggins lines up for the start of the Tour of Britain in Liverpool on Sunday, bidding to defend the title he won 12 months ago in a race which has been more competitive each year. Team Sky’s Wiggins has the opportunity to show himself on home roads after missing out on selection for […]
Bumblebees ‘prefer city to countryside’
Bumblebees seem to prefer the buzz of the city to the countryside, a large-scale “citizen’s science” study has found. They also like to have a cool breeze on their backs when foraging, and choose English lavender over the more “flowery” French variety, according to the findings. Scientists were surprised to receive more bumblebee sightings from […]