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Statement from the parents of Jack Letts
We think it is possible to be ‘tough on terrorism’ while also defending the values that make Canada a beacon of freedom in an increasingly dark and violent world.
GeorgeMonbiot
Do the Canadian + UK governments believe in habeas corpus? They have, in effect, condemned #JackLetts, a UK/Canadian citizen, to life imprisonment, before he's been tried or convicted of any crime. Please read this heart-breaking appeal by his parents
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Em 'dia do fogo', sul do PA registra disparo no número de queimadas
Fazendeiros dizem que a ideia dos incêndios é mostrar trabalho para o presidente Jair Bolsonaro
UN experts discover British-made bomb parts in Yemen
Guidance unit for ‘high explosive bomb’ found at site in Yemen capital
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GeorgeMonbiot
We did not consent to this.
British arms companies, permitted by our government to assist mass murder abroad.
#NotInMyName
#Yemen
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Greta Thunberg’s attackers are morally bankrupt, but her deification isn’t helpful | Julian Baggini
The climate-crisis activist has made it clear herself that she wants the focus to be on the message, not the messenger, says philosopher Julian Baggini
This smart plant pot tells you how your plants are 'feeling'
This smart plant pot tells you how your plants are 'feeling'
Greta's Titanic Hypocrisy -
As Greta Thunberg continues to poo in a bucket across the Atlantic, it has emerged her trip is not nearly as environmental as she first made out. Nobody could have seen this coming… The €4 million yacht she’s sailing on is made of carbon fibre – a...
Meat-free Sausages and Burgers
In this guide we investigate, score and rank the ethical and environmental record of 32 brands of meat alternatives.
We also look at soya's link to deforestation in Brazil, palm oil, shine a spotlight on the ethics of Beyond Meat and give our...
Man vs Wild with Bear Grylls and PM Modi review – the most tasteless TV ever
In this monstrous propaganda stunt, strongmen Bear Grylls and Narendra Modi sniff elephant dung in the wilderness while a terror attack plays out in Kashmir. God help us all
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GeorgeMonbiot
A brilliant and devastating review of Bear Grylls's love-in with Narendra Modi, by @Chitgrrl.
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West Papua: Pacific leaders urge UN visit to region's 'festering human rights sore'
Regional forum in Tuvalu ‘strongly encourages’ Indonesia to finalise UN visit to troubled province
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GeorgeMonbiot
#WestPapua has been illegally occupied since the year of my birth, and the United Nations has done nothing. Time to step up, @UN
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Increase the fines for breaking electoral law
Boris Johnson was the face of a political campaign (Vote Leave) that broke the law and was referred to the police for possible criminal charges.
This is far from the only instance of political parties or campaigns breaking the rules by spending...
Ash dieback is just the start of killer plagues threatening Britain’s trees | George Monbiot
Deadly diseases are marching across Europe unchecked, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot
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GeorgeMonbiot
Every tree species is now threatened by killer plagues, thanks to repeated failures of government. My column
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Tree planting and natural regeneration
Do we need to plant nursery-grown ‘whips’ in our UK woodland creation projects, or can we allow nature to create woodlands by standing back (natural regeneration), perhaps with a subtle…
GeorgeMonbiot
The UK govt should follow the hierarchy approach proposed by @SteveCJjones
1. Entirely natural regeneration wherever possible
2. Assisted regen, where 1 is not possible
3. Planting where 1 and 2 are not possible.
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Game birds subject to 'cruel' conditions, undercover footage shows
As England’s pheasant egg imports double in three years, campaigners condemn lack of laws regulating rearing and breeding for shooting industry
Belvoir Hunt pays attack victims £48,500
One of the two hunt monitors had his neck broken during the attack and feared he had been paralysed.
Petition: Ban Driven Grouse Shooting Wilful blindness is no longer an option
Chris Packham, Ruth Tingay and Mark Avery (Wild Justice) believe that intensive grouse shooting is bad for people, the environment and wildlife. People; grouse shooting is economically insignificant when contrasted with other real and potential uses...
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GeorgeMonbiot
In 24 hours, this petition to ban driven grouse shooting has gained 24,000 signatures.
Yet another sign that this is where all the momentum is. So why the heck is @Natures_Voice (the RSPB) still calling for "licensing" it? Wake up RSPB, and lead!
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Appeal over golden eagle 'with trap'
The bird of prey was was seen flying in the Crathie area with what appeared to be a trap on its leg.
American Nightmare: Guns & Racism, more accessible than Healthcare | Ayishat Akanbi
“If you can have more guns than human beings you definitely can grant more people access to healthcare”