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Rare UK bumblebee found at site restored to boost wildlife
The tiny shrill carder bee with a high-pitched buzz was discovered on former arable land that has been converted to wildflower-rich grassland.
Money pours in to war chest for Democratic White House hopeful Pete Buttigieg
The 37-year-old mayor of South Bend, Indiana, has raised 24.8 million dollars to leap to prominence in a crowded field for the party’s backing.
Alaskans alarmed by speed of melting ice
Residents of costal settlements in Alaska have been 'alarmed' by the speed of melting ice.
Protests escalate as Hong Kong marks handover to China
The city’s leader has been criticised for backing legislation that would have allowed suspects to be extradited to mainland China to face trial.
Japan resumes commercial whaling after three-decade break
Japan’s six-month notice to withdraw from the International Whaling Commission took effect on Sunday.
Group backed by Cliff Richard to launch petition for anonymity for those accused of sexual offences
The singer and fellow campaign supporter Paul Gambaccini were both falsely accused of historical sex offences.
Former PM Brown urges Theresa May to honour free TV licence pledge
Gordon Brown made his plea as the Government prepared to transfer the financial burden of providing free licences to the BBC.
Johnson repeats criticism of Putin’s claim liberalism has become ‘obsolete’
The Tory leadership contender has some choice words for the Russian President.
Jeremy Hunt stresses UK commitment to One Country, Two Systems for Hong Kong as protestors clash with police
The Foreign Secretary also noted the significance of recent protests in the former British colony.