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OpinionApple Want to save the Earth? Then don’t buy that shiny new iPhone Apple has just unveiled the latest all-singing, all-dancing iteration of its handset, but perhaps you should resist ... Read more

The ObserverCop26: Glasgow climate change conference 2021 Ed Miliband: honour promises on jabs to poor countries to save Cop26 deal Labour’s shadow business secretary says the government must ‘rebuild trust’ ... Read more

Wildlife Scientists investigate hundreds of guillemot deaths on UK coastline Seabird carcasses discovered along Northumberland, North Yorkshire and Scottish shores, with many more found emaciated Sat 18 Sep 2021 10.56 ... Read more

Public lands Wanderlust and stolen land: how to mindfully explore the American outdoors Tips for the socially and environmentally responsible traveler Amanda Machado Sat 18 Sep 2021 08.25 EDT In ... Read more

The ObserverPhotography Deep impact: the underwater photographers bringing the ocean’s silent struggle to life Kerim Sabuncuoglu – just one winner in this year’s Ocean photography awards – tells the story ... Read more

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