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Is the UK set for a bumper summer of butterflies?

Post author:The Canary
Post published:17 July 2026
Post last modified:18 July 2026

The UK could be on the brink of a bumper summer of butterflies. A warm, dry spring has raised hopes of an abundant season ahead for some of the nation’s best-loved species. 2024 delivered the worst results in the history of Butterfly Conservation’s Big Butterfly Count. And it led to the declaration of a butterfly emergency. However, a sunnier 2025 offered some encouragement. And with spring 2026 one of the warmest on record, the UK could see a kaleidoscope of colourful butterflies this year. That’s why wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation is calling on the public to get out for its annual…

Labour MPs set out plan to try and push Andy Burnham leftwards

Post author:Ed Sykes
Post published:3 July 2026
Post last modified:4 July 2026

The Socialist Campaign Group of Labour MPs believes that changing the party’s leader isn’t enough. Instead, it is trying to encourage Andy Burnham (or whoever else becomes the next Labour leader) to pull the party back towards more left-wing positions. In a statement, the MPs criticised the dominant Labour right for ‘chasing Reform voters‘ with right-wing positions. The small minority of 24 left-leaning Labour MPs want “immediate bold steps” that understand the “deep structural changes” Labour should be pushing to “reverse over forty years of neoliberalism“. MP Ian Byrne shared an image of the key changes the Socialist Campaign Group are…

Chris Packham ‘won’t set foot in Pret’ as chicken welfare row erupts

Post author:The Canary
Post published:2 July 2026
Post last modified:3 July 2026

Naturalist Chris Packham has led a crowd of protesters in slamming Pret A Manger. He vowed never to set foot in one of the chain’s cafes until it fulfils a chicken welfare promise it made eight years ago and has since broken. Packham said: I am absolutely furious at Pret for breaking their promise to chickens. Factory farming has broken the chicken. Bred to grow so fast that they can barely walk, scrabbling around in their own waste, broken bones and deformities… The life of a fast-growing chicken is hell. It’s a horror story dressed up as a lunch menu. It’s absolutely…

World Cup: Round of 32 set following thrilling group stage

Post author:Alaa Shamali
Post published:28 June 2026
Post last modified:28 June 2026

The 2026 World Cup field is officially set for the knockout rounds. Following the conclusion of the group stage, 32 teams have advanced, continuing their pursuit of the title in this historic 48-team tournament. The final group matches delivered intense drama, particularly in the race for the best third-placed spots. Qualification remained uncertain for several teams until the very last minutes of play. Group winners advancing to the next round: Mexico, Switzerland, Brazil, the United States, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, France, Argentina, Colombia, and England. Qualifying as runners-up: South Africa, Canada, Morocco, Japan, Ivory Coast, Norway, Egypt, Australia, Portugal, Croatia,…

In final U-turn, Starmer now set to resign

Post author:Willem Moore
Post published:21 June 2026
Post last modified:21 June 2026

It was no secret that Andy Burnham would seek to replace Keir Starmer should he win the Makerfield by-election. After he achieved victory, though — exceeding even the most optimistic polling — Starmer did not go gently into that good night. Instead, he said in no uncertain terms that he would fight Burnham in any leadership challenge. At this moment in time, a leadership challenge would have proven to be very damaging for the Labour Party. Because this is Keir Starmer we’re talking about, though, it looks like Burnham doesn’t have to worry. Because true to form, Starmer has now U-turned…

Israel has set up cranes in Gaza as platforms to murder civilians

Post author:Skwawkbox
Post published:18 June 2026
Post last modified:18 June 2026

According to eyewitness reports in Gaza City, the Israeli occupation military has set up cranes around the city, each 100 feet tall. The IOF is using these as platforms to slaughter civilians. In tents, in cafes, in what remains of shelters. Gaza journalist Tamer Nahed posted his description to his X account: A very dangerous new nightmare we are living in Gaza City, and no one in the world is paying attention to it. Days ago, the Israeli army installed huge military cranes, each about 30 meters tall, on the eastern areas it controls. These cranes are equipped with machine guns…

Set car on fire, threaten residents? 20 months. Anti-genocide protester? 6yrs+

Post author:Skwawkbox
Post published:14 June 2026
Post last modified:14 June 2026

Two Middlesbrough women who set a car on fire in the street, stole property and intimidated innocent local people during far-right riots received jail term of 20 and 22 months. They are already back out on the streets. Anti-genocide protesters who damaged weapons used to murder Palestinian civilians have been jailed for 6 years or more despite being found to have no violent intent. They were held in prison for longer before trial than Megan Davison was sentenced to: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Scott (@thebearded_skot) Far-right snowflakes The far-right loves to moan about ‘two-tier policing’. It…

Weiss set to run CNN after trashing CBS for Israel

Post author:Skwawkbox
Post published:11 June 2026
Post last modified:11 June 2026

Israel fanatic Bari Weiss is set to take over the running of CNN’s editorial operations when Paramount Skydance’s planned purchase of Warner Bros Discovery is approved as expected. Weiss was imposed on CBS’s news operation in 2025 by its new, Zionist owners, despite no newsroom experience — with a naked pro-Israel agenda. The move has ruined the reputation of CBS as a serious news organisation, lost it some of its best-known faces and seen them replaced by pro-Israel mouthpieces. Weiss — spreading the plague Although the $110bn deal is not yet signed, both Paramount and CNN have said they expect it…

Trump set to shackle US economy to failing AI industry

Post author:Willem Moore
Post published:7 June 2026
Post last modified:9 June 2026

As we reported on 4 June, the AI bubble is inching ever closer to being popped. It may survive another week, however, because US president Donald Trump is talking about bailing out these failing AI companies: This is the most dangerous, anti-democratic thing he’s done yet. He’s using the federal government as a backstop to the greatest fraud of all time: the AI bubble, including the absurd IPOs of SpaceX, OpenAI & Anthropic. He will turn a crash into a depression. https://t.co/XOpvoLxjjW — Jim Stewartson, Decelerationist (@jimstewartson) June 6, 2026 It’s a move which runs the risk of shackling the US…

The farewell World Cup: 16 legends set for their final tournament

Post author:Alaa Shamali
Post published:30 May 2026
Post last modified:8 June 2026

The 2026 World Cup will not just be another milestone in the history of the game; it could become the final chapter for some of the greatest stars who have left their mark on global football over the last two decades. While all eyes will be on the race for the title in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the tournament will also be an exceptional occasion to bid farewell to an entire generation of legends who built glory for their national teams and cemented their names in the history books. The average age of these stars is about 37, and…

Garcia vs Benn fight looks set for Las Vegas

Post author:Faz Ali
Post published:29 May 2026
Post last modified:8 June 2026

The Benn vs Garcia world title fight is still being finalised for September in Las Vegas, with contracts and sanctioning yet to be agreed. Momentum is building towards a WBC title clash with Ryan Garcia. He named 12 September as his expected defence date in a TV appearance. The claim — yet to be confirmed by promoters and sanctioning bodies — has sparked a wave of media speculation. Addressing this, Conor Benn’s trainer, Tony Sims, told Sky Sports: What I’m being told is that negotiations are still going on for the fight, so the date or the venue hasn’t been done…

The Duke of Norfolk is set to host a dinner for Reform donors at Arundel Castle

Post author:Alex/Rose Cocker
Post published:26 May 2026
Post last modified:8 June 2026

On 29 May, Edward Fitzalan-Howard – the Duke of Norfolk – will host Reform UK donors for lunch at Arundel Castle. Because, you know, nothing says ‘man of the people’ like hobnobbing with the aristocracy in your Duke mate’s 11th-century family fort. Of course, Fitzalan-Howard isn’t the only member of the UK’s aristos who’s been getting pally with Farage of late. Strap in, folks – we’re taking a quick tour of Britain’s ‘noble-born’ bigots, and there’s more double-barreled names than you can shake a stick at. Farage’s host, the Duke of Norfolk Fitzalan-Howard himself fits in great alongside the rest of…