'A superb weapon in the battle against climate change': Plans to plant one million trees in Northumberland
The government has announced plans for a new Great Northumberland Forest in a bid to tackle climate change.
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Country Life Today: Man's best friend holds the secret to longevity
In today's round-up we bring you sad news about the humpback whale spotted in The Thames, an interesting study looking into the benefits of canine companions, and plans to create a new forest in Northumberland.
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30ft humpback whale in the Thames 'not doing anything out of the ordinary'
A humpback whale, moving with the tides between Woolwich and Gravesend, is believed to be the first of its kind in the River Thames for 10 years.
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Country Life Today: 'Nature's most adorable assassins' released into the wilds of Gloucestershire
In today's round-up we bring you reports of a gigantic iceberg, a surge of abandoned 'designer' dogs and a goose who deserves an ASBO.
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Glasgow says goodbye to the man who has saved 1,500 people from drowning in the Clyde
George Parsonage, 75, has stepped down from his position in charge of the Glasgow Humane Society, serving the River Clyde in Scotland.
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RSPCA begs public to adopt rather than buy dogs as 'designer' and 'handbag' dogs are abandoned in huge numbers
The public have been urged to consider rehoming a dog rather than buying a puppy, after an influx in fashionable breeds and crosses entering charity centres.
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Country Life Today: The £5 million masterpiece that hung for years on the wall of an elderly lady's kitchen
In today's news round-up there's an extraordinary auction find, worrying news for sheep farmers and a celebration of one of our great entertainers.
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'Some communities may be cut off': Heavy rain causes havoc across England
The Met Office has issued a yellow rain warning covering most of England until 10pm and 12 flood warnings and 39 flood alerts have been put in place by the Environment Agency.
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'Nothing short of remarkable': Humpback whales return to Irish coast 20 years after first sighting
A pair of humpback whales first spotted off the coast of Kerry in 1999 have resurfaced to the delight of those monitoring the species.
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Sheepdogs are being targeted by rural thieves – here's how you can help protect them
An increasing number of working dogs and sheep are being taken from farms, but there are ways the public can help.
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Country Life Today: How an oak tree can reveal 800 years of environmental history
In today's news round-up, oak trees are used as 'a natural archive of climate information', relentless rain sparks warnings and our feline friends' true feelings are revealed.
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Railway enthusiasts will want to choo-choo-choose this charming property
We're not sure many property hunters will have a sit-on model railway on their list of must-haves, but a handsome home in Northamptonshire boasts just that.
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Country Life Today: Banksy's Parliamentary masterpiece comes up for auction at what seems the perfect moment
In today's news round-up, we look at Banksy's derisive view of Parliament, discover which melodies people find most relaxing and view the 'one-in-a-million' kingfisher shot taken by an amateur photographer.
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New footage supports theory Loch Ness Monster is actually an eel
A clip posted by the Ness Fishery Board appears to show a long creature sliding through the water, supporting theories that the Loch Ness Monster is in fact an eel.
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'A match for anywhere in the world': Award-winning Blue Planet cameraman champions Scotland's stunning coast
Doug Allen has spoken about his unrivalled love for the Scottish seas.
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Soothing sounds of woodland proven to be more relaxing than meditation apps or silence
Listening to birdsong, rustling leaves and a gentle stream can positively affect our wellbeing, a Natural Trust study has found.
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Country Life Today: Good news for the urban hedgehog and how you can help the species
In today's round-up we bring you research on hedgehogs from Reading University, a boost for the UK's oldest working suspension bridge and a record-breaking farmer.
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Not lovin' it: Rutland residents resist McDonald's proposal
Rutland is the only county in England without the global fast food chain, and many of its residents are keen to keep it that way.
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Dog who refuses to walk another step triggers six-man mountain rescue in Lake District
The Keswick Mountain Rescue Team came to the aid of a Lake District walker and his exhausted canine companion.
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Country Life Today: Half a million painted lady butterflies take to the air in 'once-in-a-decade' emergence
In today's news round-up we bring you great news for butterflies, and take a look inside a cat hotel that looks plusher than many places we've stayed in.
