Nature
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Where to see the UK's colourful autumn foliage
The Week Recommends The spectacular leaf displays could last longer than usual this year
By Irenie Forshaw, The Week UK Published
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Wildlife populations drop a 'catastrophic' 73%
Speed Read The decline occurred between 1970 and 2020
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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The war on polar bears
Under the Radar Clashes with human settlements are on the rise, as melting ice drives hungry predators inland in search of food
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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Animals and their understanding of death
The Explainer A new scientific discipline promises to bring us closer to knowing how different species react to dying
By Sorcha Bradley, The Week UK Published
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Understanding and saving the biocrust, Earth's living skin
The Explainer The planet's protective layer is being destroyed
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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Hippos can fly, briefly
Speed Read When hippos get moving, all four feet leave the ground for about 15% of their stride cycles
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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Why does Trump talk about sharks so much?
The Explainer How to understand the former president's comments on one of nature's perfect killing machines
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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Cicada-geddon: the fungus that controls insects like 'zombies'
Under The Radar Expert says bugs will develop 'hypersexualisation' despite their genitals falling off
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Long-distance footpaths in the UK
The Week Recommends Set yourself a proper walking challenge or enjoy a stroll on one section of a famous route
By Adrienne Wyper, The Week UK Published
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The rise in dangerous exotic pets in the UK
The Explainer More than 2,700 animals, including big cats and venomous snakes, are kept as pets under 'outdated' legislation
By Austin Chen, The Week UK Published
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Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya: luxury ecotourism meets Mexican flair
The Week Recommends Caribbean resort hidden in Yucatán Peninsula mangroves combines fine dining with a true love of nature
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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A23a: why world's biggest iceberg is on the move
The Explainer The mass of ice is four times the size of New York and 'essentially' an island
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Scientists have their eyes on 2 supervolcanoes
The Explainer 'The probability of a catastrophic eruption is low but not nil'
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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Britain's new coins, inspired by King Charles III
In Pictures Royal Mint unveils eight designs reflecting the King's love of nature
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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