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Environment
Environment EnglandIconic Landscape Turned into Nature Reserve
The establishment of one of England’s largest nature reserves will forever protect the unique landscapes of the Pennine Mountain Chain that inspired the Brontë sisters, giving easier access to green spaces to inhabitants of a nature-deprived city.
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Society
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Environment NetherlandsBees and Butterflies Now Live on Bus Stops (yes, Bus Stops!)
As part of its global green plan, the city of Utrecht in the Netherlands has decided to add a multitasking succulent plant on the roof of 316 of its bus stops, turning them into, among other things, new habitats for bees and butterflies.
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Environment ThailandAbandoned Train Track Becomes Public Park, to Boost Well-Being and Tackle Climate Change
A disused train track has been transformed into a new park in Bangkok, Thailand – a model example to turn other unused areas in the capital city into green spaces, say urban experts, benefiting both well-being and the climate.
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Environment GermanyEat Our City, Germans Tell Locals and Tourists – Which They Do!
Andernach, Germany has become known as an “edible city” following a decade-long project aimed at planting fruits, vegetables, and herbs in green spaces instead of decorative plants like tulips – and locals can freely take whatever their hands can carry!
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Society
Society United KingdomUK Spends Billions to Make Life Easier for Cyclists and Pedestrians
In the first stage of a £2 billion investment, England is using its £250 million emergency active travel fund to set up bike lanes, widen pavements, and create cycle and bus-only corridors and safer junctions in its largest ever boost for cycling and pedestrian space.
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