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Fighting the world's most deadly animal… in an unexpected way
Mosquitoes aren't just annoying - they kill around 700,000 people a year via the diseases they spread. But scientists are developing new, counterintuitive ways to tackle them.
August 6, 2026Why are thousands of mosquitoes being released in Washington DC?
Although counter intuitive, the male insects are being released as a form of pest control in the capital city.
July 27, 2026B&M fined £2m over serious food hygiene failings at Birmingham shops
Mouse droppings and gnawed food are found after inspections at three stores in Birmingham.
July 21, 2026US confirms new screwworm cases, as ranchers brace for spread - Reuters
US confirms new screwworm cases, as ranchers brace for spread Reuters
June 8, 2026How flesh-eating screwworms in cattle could raise US beef prices - Reuters
How flesh-eating screwworms in cattle could raise US beef prices Reuters
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Why are thousands of mosquitoes being released in Washington DC?
About 600,000 mosquitoes are being released across the Washington DC area this summer to help reduce local mosquito populations. Only male mosquitoes – infected with the naturally occurring bacteria W
B&M fined £2m over mice infestations
Evidence of mice infestations was found at three stores in Birmingham B&M Retail Ltd has been fined £2m over mice infestations at three Birmingham stores where inspectors found rodent-gnawed foodstuf
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