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environment1 month ago•3 min saved

Six-barn-owl brood nests at Peterborough farm, lifting spirits after arson attacks

A Moor Farm near Peterborough hosts six barn owl chicks (about 40–50 days old) nesting together, the largest brood seen in Cambridgeshire in 2026. The owlets were ringed under a conservation scheme to track movements, part of ongoing efforts that have boosted spirits after the farm endured several arson attacks this summer. The owner notes the breeding year reflects food availability, and staff have created safer hunting paths away from the road; the six chicks are roughly three days apart in age and comprise three males and three females.

via BBC|

#barn-owls #cambridgeshire #conservation

world2 months ago•4 min saved

Toddler saved from crocodile enclosure as man charged with attempted murder

A 30-year-old man in Cambridgeshire, UK, has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly forcing a 3-year-old boy into a crocodile enclosure at Johnsons of Old Hurst; the child sustained critical injuries but is in stable condition. The suspect, who was not known to the victim, has been released on bail until Sept. 30 as police continue their investigation. The boy was saved by Tracey Johnson, wife of the zoo owner, and the zoo remains closed pending inquiries.

via Fox News|

#cambridgeshire #crocodile-attack #toddler-injury

uk-news2 months ago•5 min saved

Boy pulled from crocodile enclosure at Cambridgeshire zoo; arrest made

Three-year-old boy seriously injured after falling into a crocodile enclosure at Johnsons of Old Hurst in Cambridgeshire; he remains in critical but stable condition as police arrest a 30-year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder (bailed). Zoo staff, including Tracey Johnson, rescued him; crocodiles were not seized and the Tropical House was closed as investigators review CCTV and interview staff. The boy was treated at the scene and transported to Addenbrooke's Hospital.

via BBC|

#arrest #cambridgeshire #child-injury

world2 months ago•377 min saved

Toddler critically injured after crocodile enclosure incident at UK zoo

A 3-year-old boy was pulled from a crocodile enclosure at Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo in Cambridgeshire, England, and is in critical but stable condition after staff members rushed him to hospital. Police arrested a 30-year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder; he was later bailed as detectives continue investigating how the child ended up in the enclosure. The zoo closed the Tropical House during the inquiry and said it will reassess safety practices going forward.

via NBC News|

#cambridgeshire #child-injury #crocodile

uk2 months ago•5 min saved

Three-year-old critically injured after crocodile attack at Cambridgeshire zoo

A three-year-old boy was critically injured after ending up in a crocodile enclosure at Johnsons of Old Hurst near Huntingdon. He was pulled from the enclosure by zoo staff, treated on site and taken to Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge in a critical but stable condition. A 30-year-old man from Norfolk was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and has since been bailed and deemed unfit for interview. Police are reviewing CCTV to establish how long the boy was in the enclosure; crocodiles were not seized, and the Tropical House was closed out of respect. The zoo remains licensed and investigators continue to probe the incident.

via BBC|

#cambridgeshire #child-injury #crocodile

uk-news2 months ago•1 min saved

Three-year-old critically injured after crocodile enclosure incident; man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder

A three-year-old boy was seriously injured after ending up in a crocodile enclosure at Johnsons Zoo in Old Hurst; he is in stable condition at Addenbrooke's Hospital. A 30-year-old Norfolk man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder; police say the man and child were not known to each other. Investigators are interviewing witnesses and supporting the family as the investigation continues.

via BBC|

#arrest #cambridgeshire #crocodile-enclosure

uk-news3 months ago•11 min saved

Vegan diet linked to delusions in student's death, inquest finds

An inquest in Cambridgeshire concluded that Georgina Owen, a Swansea University geography student, died after developing delusions likely caused by a vitamin B12 deficiency tied to her three-year vegan diet; she had stopped taking B12 supplements for several months, and psychiatrists noted cognitive impairment and delusional beliefs associated with the deficiency, with the coroner stating the death occurred on the balance of probabilities due to these factors.

via The Independent|

#cambridgeshire #inquest #saffron-walden

world9 months ago•2 min saved

UK train stabbings: multiple attacks and heroism

A woman pleaded for her life during a train attack in Cambridgeshire, where the attacker lunged at her with a knife but stopped after her plea, resulting in 11 injuries. The attacker was later charged with attempted murder, and the victims are recovering from the traumatic incident.

via BBC|

#cambridgeshire #injuries #knife-attack

local-news9 months ago•10 min saved

UK train attack suspect linked to prior stabbing and violent rampage

A knife attack on a train in Cambridgeshire resulted in multiple injuries, with police investigating links to a stabbing of a 14-year-old. Passengers and staff displayed heroism, with the train driver and crew praised for their bravery. The attacker, Anthony Williams, is in custody, and authorities are reviewing related incidents while increasing police visibility on the rail network to ensure safety.

via BBC|

#cambridgeshire #heroic-train-staff #knife-crime

world10 months ago•8 min saved

Multiple Victims Injured in Mass Stabbing on Cambridgeshire Train

A mass stabbing on a train in Cambridgeshire has left nine people with life-threatening injuries, with two arrests made. The incident prompted a major police response, including counter-terrorism support, and caused significant disruption to train services. Authorities are investigating the motive, and the situation is ongoing.

via BBC|

#cambridgeshire #hospitalized-victims #investigation

animals2 years ago•1 min saved

"Bella the Cat Sets Record for Loudest Purr, Loves Being the Center of Attention"

Bella, a 14-year-old cat from Cambridgeshire, England, has broken the Guinness World Record for the loudest purr by a domestic living cat, registering a purr measuring 54.59 decibels. Bella's owner, Nicole Spink, described her as a "lazy" cat who purrs all day long, especially when there's food, cuddles, or when watching TV. Spink and her daughter recorded Bella's purr using an app, and Guinness confirmed the record-breaking measurement.

via USA TODAY|

#animals #cambridgeshire #cat

archaeology3 years ago•4 min saved

Mysterious Burial of Face-Down Teenager Unveils Tragic Tale

Archaeologists in Cambridgeshire have discovered the remains of a 9th-century teenage girl buried in an unusual manner, face down in a pit with her ankles possibly bound together. The burial suggests she may have led a tragic life and was considered an outsider in her community. Analysis of her remains revealed evidence of childhood malnutrition and a spinal joint disease, indicating low social status and hard manual labor. The burial may have been a symbolic closure of the settlement as it was abandoned.

via Medievalists.net|

#archaeology #cambridgeshire #early-middle-ages