Slovakia plans to shoot 350 brown bears, a quarter of the population, following a fatal attack on a man in Central Slovakia. The government has extended a state of emergency allowing bears to be culled in 55 districts, prompting criticism from conservationists and calls for intervention from the European Commission. Despite an increase in encounters, experts argue that the bear population remains stable at around 1,270 animals in the region.
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Bristol’s oldest shop is closing after 160 years in business
WH Mogford & Son, a historic hardware shop in Westbury-on-Trym, Bristol, is set to close permanently by September 2025 after over 160 years of operation due to declining customer numbers and rising costs. Owner Paul Gillam, who has been with the shop for 30 years, expressed gratitude to local supporters while customers lamented the loss of the beloved "Aladdin's cave" of DIY supplies. Need More Context? 🔎
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