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🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Would Replace Winston Churchill and Jane Austen with Animals

The Bank of England plans to replace the images of historical figures on British banknotes with pictures of indigenous British animals following a favorable public consultation.

Mar 14 • 11:04 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Baby hedgehog desperately tries to escape discarded litter as RSPCA issues plea

The RSPCA highlights the impact of litter on wildlife, urging public participation in the Great British Spring Clean to protect animals like hedgehogs.

Mar 14 • 11:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Major makeover for £5, £10, £20 and £50 notes announced and people get to choose

The Bank of England plans to revamp UK banknotes by replacing historical figures with images of British wildlife, allowing public input on the designs.

Mar 13 • 09:40 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The End of Churchill on British Banknotes. Animals Are to Replace Him

The Bank of England plans to replace historical figures on banknotes with themes of British wildlife, ending a tradition that has lasted over fifty years.

Mar 13 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Britain plans to remove Churchill's image from banknotes

Britain is planning to remove the image of former Prime Minister Winston Churchill from the five-pound banknotes, which has sparked outrage among lawmakers who assert that replacing him with images of otters or badgers is unacceptable.

Mar 12 • 19:48 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Churchill can be replaced by otter or badger

The Bank of England plans to replace Winston Churchill on the five-pound note with images of wildlife, sparking controversy over the decision.

Mar 12 • 13:09 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Churchill and Shakespeare to be replaced on banknotes

New Bank of England notes will feature British wildlife instead of historical figures like Churchill and Shakespeare, with King Charles' portrait remaining.

Mar 11 • 10:14 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

From Churchill to hedgehogs: U.K. animals to replace historic figures on British banknotes

The Bank of England announced that future banknotes will feature wildlife native to the U.K., replacing historical figures like Winston Churchill.

Mar 11 • 02:47 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Stunning British island with 'dreamy' coastlines, rare wildlife and dark skies

The Isle of Man is celebrated for its enchanting coastlines, unique wildlife, and designation as a UNESCO Biosphere, making it a peaceful retreat just 40 minutes from the UK.

Mar 8 • 10:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Namibia: Two British Nationals Die in Light Aircraft in Namib Desert

Two British nationals died in a light aircraft crash in the Namib Desert while conducting wildlife research.

Mar 5 • 12:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Inside show where Brits can buy hunting holidays with special offers to slaughter animals

The Great British Shooting Show in Birmingham features packages for hunting trips that offer controversial opportunities to hunt endangered species.

Feb 15 • 18:58 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

B.C. First Nation opposes cull on its territory after footage of ‘Judas’ wolf

The Gitxsan First Nation is opposing the British Columbia government's wolf cull program after a 'Judas' wolf, identified by its collar, was spotted in their territory.

Feb 13 • 19:46 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Criticism over B.C. government’s handling of Texada grizzly bear shooting

Two individuals in British Columbia have faced legal penalties for the shooting of a grizzly bear, leading to public discourse over their actions and government responses to wildlife encounters.

Feb 7 • 04:03 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Life & Tech

Veteran Porsche on board Norway's oldest ferry. Now the photo is being sold for half a million.

A unique photograph featuring a Swiss veteran Porsche on Norway's oldest ferry, which hadn't carried a vehicle in 25 years, is being sold for half a million after meticulous planning by renowned British wildlife photographer David Yarrow.

Feb 6 • 15:45 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Life & Tech

Rysy, European bison, and blue frogs. British filmmaker Nigel Marven has made another film about Slovak wilderness

Documentary filmmaker Nigel Marven is set to premiere his second film about Slovak wilderness, titled 'Divoké Slovensko s Nigelom Marvenom 2', on January 2, 2026.

Jan 2 • 13:03 UTC

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