Today is World Ranger Day. World Ranger Day is celebrated worldwide on July 31st to commemorate Rangers killed or injured in the line of duty and to celebrate the work Rangers do to protect the planet’s natural treasures and cultural heritage. Their diverse roles span from wildlife protection, law enforcement, environmental education, and community engagement to fire management, disease prevention, and sustainable resource use. These functions are fundamental to the effective management of Protected and Conserved Areas—whether carried out by state, community, Indigenous, or voluntary rangers. Let’s pause for a moment to reflect on the courage and sacrifice that Rangers make; by honoring Fallen Rangers and standing with Rangers who bravely undertake their role on the frontline.











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Today is the birthday, in 1953, of Hugh McDowell, English cellist with Wizzard and Electric Light Orchestra who had the 1979 UK No.3 & US No.4 single ‘Don’t Bring Me Down’ plus 26 other Top 40 hits. ELO have sold over 50 million records worldwide. McDowell died of cancer on 6 November 2018 aged 65. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9nkzaOPP6g
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