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New Zealand planted millions of pines for timber more than 175 years ago, but today scientists are spending millions trying to stop them from overrunning native mountainsNew Zealand's high country is battling an invasion of non-native pine trees, introduced generations ago for forestry. These 'wilding conife...
Portugal in the 20th century planted millions of Australian eucalyptus trees for the paper industry, but scientists now say the country's forests are more fire-prone and far less biodiverse than native woodlandsPortugal's widespread eucalyptus plantations, established for industry, are now fueling devastating wildfires. These fast-growing trees, im...
Chile in the 1970s planted millions of Monterey pine and eucalyptus trees for timber, but scientists now say many native forests have been replaced, while streams and wildlife have declinedChile's biodiversity hotspot has witnessed a dramatic native forest decline since 1960, replaced by fast-growing pine plantations. Driven b...
Britain in the 1920s planted millions of Sitka spruce trees for timber, but scientists now say the country's forests support far fewer birds, plants, and insects than native woodlandsBritain's vast Sitka spruce plantations, while economically vital, host a surprisingly limited number of species compared to native trees. ...
Israel, in the mid-1900s, planted millions of pine trees, and ecologists later found that the Mediterranean shrubs that grew back underneath decided which birds would move inPine forests teeming with birdlife have a secret: it's not the trees, but the undergrowth. A study reveals that dense shrub layers dramatic...
Several people killed in fire at Antwerp apartment block, say Belgian policeTragedy struck Antwerp on Wednesday morning as a fierce blaze engulfed an eighth-floor apartment in a 10-story building. Local authorities ...
Garena Free Fire MAX redeem codes for July 1, 2026: Claim free diamonds, skins, emotes and other rewardsGarena has dropped new Free Fire MAX redeem codes for July 1, 2026, offering players a chance to snag free diamonds, weapon skins, and more...
Haldia Petrochemicals pipeline fire in West Bengal leaves several injuredA major fire incident occurred at Haldia Petrochemicals Ltd's refinery in West Bengal on Tuesday, triggered by a leak in a naphtha pipeline...
Darjeeling tea industry seeks Centre's support amid deepening financial stressDarjeeling's famed tea industry is facing severe financial strain due to aging bushes, climate woes, and labor shortages, leading to a sign...
More than 20 injured as massive fire breaks out at Haldia Petrochemicals unit in West BengalHaldia Refinery fire news: A major blaze erupted at Haldia unit in West Bengal early Tuesday, injuring at least 20 people. The blaze, origi...
Institutional demand sparks surge in block deals as promoters book profitsPromoters and large shareholders are cashing in on a stock market rebound, offloading shares worth over ₹24,000 crore in May and June. This...
Noida building fire: Blaze erupts at Aranya Society in Sector 119; six fire tenders deployedNoida Aranya Society Building fire: A significant fire erupted in a Noida flat on Monday, triggering an extensive firefighting response. Si...
Massive fire breaks out at Himalayan cold storage in LucknowA significant fire erupted at Himalayan Cold Storage in Lucknow's Chinhat area on Sunday, prompting an immediate response from fire tenders...
Allentown warehouse fire: How two children sparked a blaze at the former American Atelier furniture factory that destroyed homes and displaced multiple familiesAllentown fire: A massive fire, allegedly started by two children in an abandoned Allentown warehouse, has devastated a community. The blaz...
PM Modi visits tortoise enclosure, joins Seychelles president in tree plantation ceremonyDuring Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent trip to Seychelles, he enjoyed an unforgettable experience interacting with giant tortoises. T...
Supreme Court: Plea seeks national fire and life safety framework for high-risk public occupancy premisesA Supreme Court plea urges the Centre and states to establish a national fire and life safety framework for high-risk public places like sc...
This ‘dinosaur tree', which survived for 90 million years was found growing in a hidden canyon in AustraliaDinosaur tree found in Australia: A 'living fossil,' the Wollemi pine, once thought extinct, was rediscovered in Australia in 1994. This an...
A symphony of spice and sound: Louisiana’s “Year of Outdoors” theme offers local musical treasure trove and culinary experiencesLouisiana offers a soulful escape, weaving together waterways, music, and cuisine. From New Orleans' vibrant neighborhoods to the Atchafala...
Italy planted Norway spruce across the Alps in the 1930s, a deliberate-but-naive reforestation drive, but 90 years on, plant diversity is 50% lower than in native forestsA 90-year-old reforestation project in Italy's Prealps planted Norway spruce. A new study reveals this decision drastically reduced plant d...
In 1960, Spain planted an invasive tree thinking it was a great idea, and now it's hammering local birdlife because the ecosystem can't keep upNew research from Spain reveals a stark difference in birdlife between native forests and eucalyptus plantations. While species numbers rem...