The government proposal would expand the ban on bottom trawling from 18,000km2 to 48,000km2 (about 18,500 sq miles) of the UK's offshore areas that are already designated as protected.

Some fishing organisations have criticised the plans and questioned the environmental impact of bottom trawling. Dr Emma Sheehan, associate professor of marine ecology at Plymouth University said, ...

Lyme Bay is still recovering from the effects of bottom trawling despite a ban, researchers say.

However, the Chesapeake Bay, as we know it today, didn’t come to exist until around 10,000 years ago, when the Susquehanna River Valley became flooded by the water of melted glaciers.

Ranking the Packers third among NFC North rivals speaks largely to the strength and depth of a division that sent three teams–including Green Bay to the NFL Playoffs in 2024.

Currently, it just says “Google Maps” in black or white text, based on your phone’s theme (dark or light mode). It ensures to offer a cleaner and less distracting look, especially when you use the app ...