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New Zealand's kauri Cautious optimism in fight to save native trees

The lush Waitakere Ranges that line the western ridge of Auckland City are home to some of the country's most  precious native fauna, including New Zealand's hallowed native tree, the kauri.

Lawyers raise alarm as councils struggle to stamp out corruption

Lawyers have raised alarm at the lack of oversight in local government, as a Guardian analysis found almost one in 10 councils have been subject to a corruption investigation in the past decade.

Pledge for fair prices as Macron faces anger of farmers

Europe's farming sector is facing a big crisis and must \"profoundly\" change its rules, the French president, Emmanuel Macron, said after an EU leaders' summit in Brussels was overshadowed by protesting farmers hurling eggs, dumping manure and lighting fires.

Cranes' comeback continues with record number of chicks

Britain's tallest bird, the wetland-loving crane, bred in higher numbers last summer than at any point since its extinction in the 16th century.

'It does not make sense' Brawl led to 19-year term

Alex Henry was out shopping in west London when he ran to help friends who had got into a fight with four strangers.

Small dogs with long noses live the longest, data reveals

Every dog has its day - but some clock up more years than others. Research has revealed that when it comes to longevity, small, long-nosed breeds are top dog, while their flat-faced counterpartys are more at risk of an early death.

Gaza aid Gantz among ministers reportedly seeking cuts to vital supply

Ministers in Israel's war cabinet are reportedly considering limiting the amount of aid reaching Gaza, as rightwing protesters disrupt the entry of trucks carrying desperately needed humanitarian supplies to the besieged Palestinian territory.

Biden orders sanctions and visa bans on Israeli settlers after West Bank attacks

Joe Biden has issued an executive order targeting Israeli settlers in the West Bank who have been attacking Palestinians, amid frustration in Washington at Israel's trajectory in the midst of its war in Gaza.

'A part of me is in disbelief' Threats felt in constituency

Voters in Mike Freer's  constituency have expressed their fears after he announced his decision to stand down as an MP after a \"constant string\" of death threats, abuse, and intimidation.

Harman urges party leaders to ensure MPs' safety for election

Harriet Harman has called on Keir Starmer and Rishi Sunak to agree to ensure that the general election campaign is not marred by threats of physical violence to MPs.

Vegan restaurateur roasted after adding meat and dairy to menu

A vegan restaurateur who announced he was going to have to start serving meat to avoid closure says vegan \"fanatics\" have bombarded his cafe with bad reviews to try to punish him.

Thunberg in court over protest at London oil industry summit

Greta Thunberg defied a police officer's instruction to comply with an order to stop protesting outside an oil industry summit in central London last year, a court has heard.

Common clownfish 'recognise own species by counting stripes'

Unlike the star of Disney's Finding Nemo, real-life common clownfish are not keen on sharing their home with members of their own species.

Asylum hotels Home Office asks for extra £2.6bn cash

The Home Office has sought an emergency cash payment of £2.6bn after unforeseen expenditure on hotels for asylum seekers.

Food labelling New rules 'will add costs and raise prices'

Forcing all UK supermarkets to put \"not for EU\" labels on meat, dairy and plant products in a move to assuage the concerns of unionists in Northern Ireland will force up prices and undermine the war against inflation, ministers have been told.

Return to Stormont a step closer as MPs pass trade rules for Northern Ireland

MPs have waved through the government's latest post-Brexit Northern Ireland trade provisions that pave the way for power-sharing to restart at Stormont after a two-year deadlock.

Party's pitch Starmer offers stability and no surprises

There was an elephant in the room as hundreds of business leaders gathered at the Oval cricket ground in south London to T hear Labour's pre-election pitch to captains of industry yesterday.

Long arm of the claw: police free toddler stuck in toy machine

An adventurous three-year-old has been rescued from a claw machine in an Australian shopping centre after crawling up the prize dispenser in search of toys.

Ticked off: stars' music removed from TikTok in contracts row

TikTok has suddenly gone a lot quieter: music by megastars such as Taylor Swift and Harry Styles has started disappearing from the platform after a row over contracts.

Monkey snared by a yorkshire pudding after five days on run

Two pebbly droppings deposited on her patio are all that Stephanie Bunyan has to remind her of yesterday morning’s celebrity guest.

Davey apologises for believing 'Post Office lies' over Horizon IT scandal

Ed Davey has apologized for the first time for his role as a minister in the Horizon scandal, with the Liberal Democrat leader saying he was “sorry I did not see through the Post Office’s lies”.

Chemical attack: police hunt injured man

Scotland Yard was last night hunting a “significantly injured” man suspected of leaving a young woman and her toddler with potentially life-changing wounds after throwing a corrosive substance over them.

US orders strikes on Iran-backed militia in revenge for base attack

Response designed to avoid major escalation, says defence secretary

Haaland's return ices City cake as Álvarez scores birthday double

Manchester City reeled off a 10th win in 11 games across all competitions and Erling Haaland returned from a foot problem to enjoy a 20-minute cameo.

Liverpool dig up latest gem as Bradley dazzles Chelsea

Jurgen Klopp has rebuilt a formidable Liverpool unit while Chelsea have continued to squander the best part of £ibn on a collection of individuals under Todd Boehly.

PGA unveil $3bn deal for players who resist LIV

The PGA Tour has unveiled a $3bn (£2.35bn) deal with a consortium led by the owners of Liverpool FC that will handsomely reward players such as Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods who resisted the overtures of LIV Golf.

Calm Stokes happy empathic outlook is lifting his side

England captain labels himself an optimist as he insists focus away from results is helping his team

England weigh up debut for Bashir after Leach ruled out

Ben Stokes has confirmed Jack Leach will miss the second Test against India, with the England captain also revealing his own journey towards bowling again - that is, all-rounder status - is about to get under way.

UK national lottery operator yet to cut ties with Gazprom

The Czech billionaire whose company takes over running the UK national lottery from today is still in business with Kremlin-owned gas company Gazprom, nearly two years after promising regulators he would sever ties with Russia.

Images reveal Myanmar junta's vast prisons expansion

Myanmar has undertaken a vast and secretive prison-building programme, according to new satellite analysis, prompting fears it is being carried out to jail thousands of prodemocracy protesters.