Environment Small shared gardens are turning overlooked corners into lively habitats for bees, butterflies and neighbours. From the archive
Cities install shaded bus stops as heat alerts become routine
Environment A group of European cities is redesigning exposed bus stops with shade, seating and drinking water as summer heat becomes a regular transport risk.
Coastal trail reopens after volunteers restore fragile dunes
Environment A careful two-year restoration has reopened a much-loved walking route while giving rare dune plants room to recover.
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Battery ferry route cuts diesel use on busy island crossing
Environment A fictional island ferry route is showing how battery support can reduce diesel use without changing the timetable.
Wind corridor proposal divides coastal planning board
Environment A fictional wind corridor plan has divided a coastal planning board over views, jobs and grid capacity.
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Culture
Review: The Last Keeper is a quiet novel that stays with you
Old textile mill becomes year-round rehearsal space
Sport
Women’s cycling league adds scenic countryside stage
