Two speculative stories in which girls and women disagree about how to cope with change, both published this year. “A Stone’s Throw from You” by Jenn Reese in Mermaids Monthly: “And then I told you I was leaving. That I’d been called to the sea.” “For …
On The Mic
Liu Xiao is an artist based in Beijing, China.Read more…
Asia had hottest year on record in 2020 – UN
Every part of the region affected with extreme temperatures displacing millions of peopleAsia suffered its hottest year on record in 2020, the United Nations has said ahead of the CoP26 summit, with extreme weather taking a heavy toll on the continent’…
Kickstart for bad birdwatchers: joining an expert-led tour on the Thames
Hugh Thomson identifies as a ‘bad birdwatcher’: someone who likes birds, but doesn’t really know much about themOnce or twice a year I’ve been gifted with the sight of a kingfisher flashing past, a mesmeric blur of blue far too exotic to belong in Brit…
What does a stream of raw sewage symbolise? Broken Brexit promises, for one | Zoe Williams
A Lords amendment sought to stop water companies dumping raw sewage – and 265 Tories voted against it. This faecal matter has become a powerful symbol of modern BritainI remember the good ol’ days, when we weren’t always lurching from one crisis to ano…
The power and poetry of Africa’s wildlife: buy an exclusive print
The Guardian has partnered with the Alycats, award-winning photographers who devote their time to fighting illegal wildlife hunting and poaching in Africa in support of the Singita Conservation Foundation. The Alycats have curated six prints exclusivel…
Cop26: our experts answer your questions about crucial climate summit – live
Fiona Harvey, Professor Saleemul Huq, Lucy Siegle, Hannah Martin, Professor Mary Gagen and Damian Carrington answer your questions on Cop26If you have a question for the panel pop it in the comments at the bottom or email me at bibi.vanderzee@theguardi…
10 of the best eco-friendly places to stay in Europe
These sustainable stays offer the chance to share mountain views with bears, sleep easy in a low-carbon hotel and wellness experiencesThe Holenberg forest is the gateway to the Maashorst nature reserve, a rewilding pioneer in North Brabant, home to roa…
‘We don’t need to buy more stuff’: the people who kit out their home for free
Many people turning to skips or sites such as Freecycle in a bid to save money and help the planetOne man’s trash is another man’s treasure, so goes the saying. That is certainly evident through the rise of exchanges on platforms such as Olio, Facebook…
Boris Johnson questioned over online safety and extremism at PMQs – UK politics live
Latest updates: PM says online harms bill will include criminal sanctions for allowing ‘foul content’ onlineBoris Johnson promises online harms bill debate before ChristmasCoronavirus – latest global updatesDame Cressida Dick, the Metropolitan police c…