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NABU and LBV Bird of the Year 2027 voting

2 clusters · 16 sources · last updated about 17 hours ago

Latest: NABU launches public vote for Bird of the Year 2027

The Nature and Biodiversity Conservation Union (NABU) and the Bavarian State Association for Bird and Nature Conservation (LBV) have initiated the public voting period for the 2027 Bird of the Year. This annual tradition

Corruption investigation in Ukraine Prosecutor General’s Оff

4 clusters · 109 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Ukraine's Prosecutor General faces removal amid corruption scandal

Ukraine’s National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO) launched ‘Operation Carthage,’ an investigation into a criminal organization allegedly operating within the

Asian hornet expansion and safety risks across Europe

39 clusters · 109 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Asian hornet invasion spreads across France

The spread of the invasive Asian hornet (Vespa velutina) continues to expand across Europe, with significant activity in Germany, Austria, France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. In Germany, the species remains common in s

Ukraine government corruption investigation

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Ukraine leadership faces major corruption scandal

A major corruption investigation in Ukraine, centered on the state nuclear company Energoatom, has expanded to implicate high-ranking officials within the presidential office. Initiated by the National Anti-Corruption Bu

Asian tiger mosquito expansion in Central Europe and the Low

8 clusters · 23 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Asian tiger mosquito detected in 43 Hessen municipalities

In late July 2026, German researchers documented a sharp rise in Aedes albopictus numbers across southern Germany, warning that the mosquito could carry chikungunya northward. Danish scientists reported the species movin

Seasonal gardening: Transitioning from August to autumn

45 clusters · 206 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Gardening tips for autumn flower displays and potting

As the transition from August to autumn progresses, gardening activities shift toward winter preparation, landscaping, and spring planning. September remains a critical period for planting spring-blooming bulbs, such as

Central Europe drought & heatwave August-September 2026

91 clusters · 340 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Germany faces 25 billion ton water deficit due to rising temperatures

The heatwave and drought conditions in Central Europe intensified through August 2026, causing record-low water levels across major river systems and widespread infrastructure disruptions. In the Netherlands, rainfall de

Regional cultural and community festivals in Germany and AT

17 clusters · 70 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Regional festivals and vintage vehicle rallies held in Austria and Germany

Regional festivals and community events continue across Germany and parts of Austria, highlighting local culture, biodiversity, and social engagement. Recent celebrations include the 1,111-year anniversary of the Müs dis

Nature conservation initiatives in Germany

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Nature conservation initiatives scheduled in Germany

Nature conservation and ecological initiatives are being conducted across various regions in Germany. Recent activities included educational events focused on bat populations, such as a ‘Night of the Bats’ in Bochum and

Asian hornet expansion and management

7 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: National Bee Unit locates first Asian hornet nest on Isle of Wight

The invasive Asian hornet (Vespa velutina) continues to expand its presence, threatening biodiversity and honeybee populations. In France, beekeepers have reported a two- to three-fold increase in identified colonies, a

Drought and heat impact on trees in Germany and Austria

2 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Drought destroys up to 70 percent of new Christmas trees in Austria

Extreme heat and drought conditions have caused widespread damage to tree populations across Germany and Austria. In urban environments, municipal registries in cities such as Trier, Mainz, Koblenz, and Kaiserslautern re

White stork conservation and shifting migration in Europe

12 clusters · 40 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Saarland white stork population reaches record high

By late August 2026, observations in Germany indicated significant shifts in avian migratory behavior and breeding success. In Thuringia, NABU experts reported that approximately ten percent of the stork population has b

Sedum ‘Herbstfreude’ cultivation and care

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Sedum 'Herbstfreude' recommended for autumn planting

The Sedum ‘Herbstfreude’ (Hylotelephium) is recommended for autumn planting because it can thrive in warm soil and establish roots before the first frost. This climate-resilient perennial is capable of withstanding signi

European fish die-offs and wildlife crisis due to heat

5 clusters · 30 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Rétimajor pond complex faces massive fish die-off in Hungary

Extreme heat and water shortages across Europe continue to drive significant fish die-offs and ecological damage. In Hungary, the Rétimajor and Rétszilas pond systems—vital Natura 2000 and Ramsar international wetland si

European mantis range expansion in Germany and Netherlands

6 clusters · 25 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: European praying mantis expands range across Germany

The European mantis (Mantis religiosa) continues its rapid northward expansion across Germany and into the Netherlands, driven by climate change and rising temperatures. By late August 2026, the population surge reached

Germany August 2026 public events

3 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: International Batnight events scheduled across Germany for late August

In late July 2026, Germany announced a series of publicly accessible events for August, including industrial heritage tours and bat-watching activities. Industrial heritage programming includes guided walks along the h

Ukraine political crisis deepens amid leadership reshuffles

18 clusters · 579 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Zelensky rejects calls for wartime elections in Ukraine

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s mid-July 2026 removal of defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov—following clashes over procurement reforms—sparked the largest anti-government protests in Ukraine since the 2022 invasion. Demon

NABU environmental protection warnings in Germany

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: NABU warns against illegal disposal of garden waste in forests

The Nature and Biodiversity Conservation Union (NABU) has issued a warning regarding the illegal disposal of garden waste, including shrubs, grass, and hedge clippings, in forests or open fields. NABU notes that such du

Bird collision mitigation in Germany

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 30 days ago

Latest: NABU recommends window markings to prevent bird collisions

Conservation groups in Germany are advocating for the use of window markings to mitigate the high number of bird fatalities caused by glass collisions. The Nature and Biodiversity Conservation Union (NABU) estimates that

Cultural and nature events in Westerwald

2 clusters · 28 sources · last updated 30 days ago

Latest: Dortmund faces traffic alerts amid major dual events

In the Westerwald region of Germany, various cultural and nature-focused events are scheduled for late August 2026. On August 30, the fifth annual ‘Varieté im Buchfinkenland’ will be held in Hübingen at the Familienferi