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This is the one place never to carry your phone when running… and 7 other mistakes that (nearly) every runner makes
Running isn't as simple as just stepping out the door. Here are a few simple (and free) changes you can make to make your runs easier and safer...
From sporting glory to abandoned ruins – the creepy Olympic Games' venues reclaimed by nature
From hosting the world's greatest athletes to falling into disrepair, these Olympic venues have suffered very different fortunes since the Games. While some have been left to decay amid stalled repurposing plans, others have fallen victim to the demands of war. Here are some of the once-iconic venues that have faded from the spotlight.
These are the dog poo warning signs you should never ignore
Here's how to identify the health of your dog's poop, when to worry about it and how to improve their digestion.
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Heatwave reveals lost 18th-century garden at Winston Churchill's ancestral home
The previously hidden outline of a 300-year-old formal garden has come to light thanks to this summer's unrelenting heatwaves
Discover the heart-warming stories behind some of the world’s most famous fictional dogs
From iconic black and white films to story books, dogs have played a central role in some of the world's most-loved tales for centuries. Here are some of the most loved canine characters...
Special interest holidays are all the rage. I discovered why on a navigation skills weekend in England's 'Little Switzerland'
It's as long as a bus and weighs the same as an elephant: meet the ocean creature gliding through our waters at 20mph
All you need to know about the marvellous minke whale
14 humane ways to stop cats pooing in your garden (and 7 things you should NEVER use to deter kitties)
The 15 rarest dog breeds, from Irish giants to Cary Grant's favourite pup
The Kennel Club reveals the most vulnerable dog breeds in Britain, from the iconic bearded collie and adorable Welsh springer spaniel to the long-legged Irish wolfhound.
The real reason thousands of jellyfish are washing up on UK beaches (and it's not just rising sea temperatures)
Wheelbarrows of jellyfish are being stranded on the shores of the UK – what's behind this surge in jellyfish blooms?
Sunflowers, laughter yoga and Japanese punks: WOMAD's triumphant comeback in 13 pictures
Remembering Bill Oddie, the comedy icon who traded slapstick for inspiring generations of wildlife lovers
One of the world's most high-profile birdwatchers, the former Goodies star brought a fierce passion for nature and conservation to audiences across the UK
You really won’t believe these animals are related (the final pairing left us speechless as well)
Sure, zebras and horses are related. So are lions and tigers. We get that. But these unexpected animal cousins may just surprise you...
Where is Countryfile visiting this week and what time is it on BBC1?
This week, away from Hampshire's busy ports and harbours, Matt Baker and Charlotte Smith meet the people working to find, protect and celebrate the county's less-well-known wildlife.
Misunderstood and threatened – meet the UK's only venomous snake and the man out to save them
Predation pressure, habitat decline and demonisation; Britain’s adder population is in serious decline. Fergus Collins meets the
reptile champion fighting to save the UK’s only venomous snake.
This everyday habit could be shrinking your brain and increasing your chance of dementia
The results are in from a 20-year study, and they all point to one big, brain-rotting problem. Author and sports scientist James Witts explains...
Who was the Bisley Boy? The ultimate conspiracy theory surrounding Queen (or King) Elizabeth I
An outrageous and sexist myth? Or the biggest royal cover-up history has ever known? The story of the Bisley Boy is a curious and intriguing tale...
Step aside, weight loss injections – here's how you can curb your appetite naturally and sustainably
Managing a raging appetite by eating? It may not be your first thought, but filling up on these satiating and nutritious foods is certainly the most natural and long-lasting way to handle a big appetite. Nutritionist Kerry Torrens shares how.
Simple hacks to adapt your garden to the increasingly hot and dry British summer
Look after your garden and the planet with these useful tips on rainwater harvesting and ways to make your garden more drought-resistant.
What makes terrier breeds so special? Meet the playful little dogs with endless personality
From the loyal Staffy bull terrier to the iconic Westie, the Yorkie, and everything in between. Terriers are as vivacious as they are varied. Here are six top terrier breeds – including their famous owners and achievements...
The world's 7 most popular cats, including multi-millionaires, war heroes and talking felines
These are the top cats of the internet, with huge online followings and heaps of charisma
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This pretty yellow flower is essential for pollinating insects, yet deadly for livestock and horses – causing severe, irreversible liver damage
Is ragwort dangerous to humans or animals? Learn what it is, where it can be found, its benefits for wildlife and the dangers associated with it in our expert ragwort guide.
