Rare Takahe Chick Hatches in New Zealand
A critically endangered takahe chick has hatched in New Zealand, a significant victory for conservationists. Discover how this rare bird is defying extinction.
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Scientists Discover One of World's Smallest Toads
Biologists have identified a new orange toad species in Brazil's cloud forests, measuring under 14mm. The discovery highlights urgent conservation needs in the Atlantic Forest.
New Miniature Toad Species Found in Brazil
Scientists have discovered a new orange toad species in Brazil so small it can fit on a pencil tip. They are calling for urgent conservation efforts to protect the endangered creature and its habitat.
Top 5 Dinosaur Discoveries of 2025 Revealed
Explore the year's most spectacular dinosaur finds, from a spiny 'punk rock' ankylosaur to the final proof of Nanotyrannus. A golden era of palaeontology continues to captivate the UK and beyond.
Uganda ends refugee status for thousands after UK aid cuts
Uganda halts refugee status for Eritreans, Somalis, and Ethiopians, citing UK aid cuts. Thousands face an uncertain future. Read the full story on the impact of reduced international funding.
Mahmood Mamdani's Revisionist View of Idi Amin
Columbia professor Mahmood Mamdani offers a radical reinterpretation of Idi Amin's regime in 'Slow Poison', challenging conventional narratives about Uganda's violent history and its lasting impact.
Uganda DNA Paternity Tests Show 98% Negative Results
Ugandan men face heartbreaking DNA test results as paternity disputes surge. Traditional leaders and clerics urge tolerance amid rising family conflicts. Read the full investigation.
Trump administration revives species protections rollback
The Trump administration is moving to weaken the Endangered Species Act, a move critics warn could push vulnerable wildlife closer to extinction. Discover the implications.
Rare Pink Grasshopper Discovered in New Zealand
An incredibly rare pink grasshopper, a genetic marvel, has been found in New Zealand's Mackenzie Basin. Discover the story behind this unique insect and its fight for survival.
Global Briefing: Air Crisis, War Fears, New Species
From India's toxic air health emergency to new species in Uganda. Stay informed on the world's top stories this Friday. Read the full global news briefing now.
Seven new insect species found in Uganda
Scientists discover seven new frog-like leafhopper species in Uganda's Kibale National Park after detailed genital examination confirms they are new to science.
Seven new frog-like insect species found
Dr Alvin Helden discovers seven new leafhopper species in Uganda's rainforest. The breakthrough came from examining their unique genitalia. A fitting tribute to his mother.
Prehistoric Shoebill Bird Lands on Tourist Boat
Tourists in Uganda were left stunned when a massive shoebill stork, a bird with an eight-foot wingspan, landed directly on their boat. A once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounter.
Dutch court convicts LRA commander in landmark ICC case
In a historic ruling, a Dutch court has convicted a former Lord's Resistance Army commander for war crimes and crimes against humanity, while controversially dismissing charges against Vladimir Putin.
Asian Hornet Invasion: UK on High Alert
Dangerous Asian hornets with potentially fatal stings have been confirmed in multiple UK locations, sparking urgent government warnings and eradication efforts.
Ugandan photographer challenges slavery narratives via Indiegogo
Ugandan photographer Stacey Gillian Abe launches groundbreaking Indiegogo campaign to challenge perceptions of slavery and identity through powerful visual storytelling.
NYC Politician Confronts Family's Ugandan Expulsion History
New York State Assembly member Zohran Mamdani addresses his family's painful history during Uganda's Asian expulsion while campaigning for NYC's next mayor, revealing how personal trauma shapes political identity.
Ice Age Fish Survives 11,000 Years in Scottish Loch
Scientists discover Britain's rarest freshwater fish, the vendace, thriving in Loch Skeen 11,000 years after the Ice Age. The climate-resistant species offers hope for conservation efforts.
Japan discovers bizarre deep sea creatures in Ring of Fire
Scientists exploring Japan's deep ocean trenches have uncovered astonishing new species thriving in one of the planet's most extreme environments - the volatile Ring of Fire.
China's Secret Police Outposts Exposed in East Africa
Amnesty International reveals Chinese police operating covert stations in Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda, raising serious human rights concerns about transnational repression.
Uganda Bus Crash: 10 Dead in Gulu-Kampala Tragedy
At least ten people have died and dozens more are injured after a devastating bus crash in northern Uganda. The overloaded bus was travelling from Gulu to Kampala when the tragedy struck.
East African nations launch joint police force against crime
Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and neighbouring countries unite in unprecedented security operation targeting cross-border criminal networks across East Africa.
Uganda Landslide Tragedy: 63 Dead at Primary School
At least 63 people, mostly children, are feared dead after catastrophic landslides buried classrooms at Bakuku Primary School in Uganda's Bududa district during heavy rainfall.
Uganda Bus Crash: 15 Dead in Northern Gulu Region
Devastating bus accident near Gulu leaves at least 15 dead and dozens injured as vehicle veers off road and overturns in latest Ugandan transport tragedy.
63 killed in Uganda bus crash after dangerous overtaking
Tragedy strikes Uganda as two buses attempting dangerous overtaking manoeuvres collide in head-on crash, killing 63 people in one of deadliest road accidents in recent memory.
New frog and gecko species discovered on Duan Island
Scientists have uncovered two remarkable new species - a miniature frog and a cryptic gecko - thriving in the unique ecosystem of Duan Island, revealing nature's hidden wonders.
Red List: 45,000 species face extinction threat
The IUCN's latest Red List update reveals a devastating biodiversity crisis, with Madagascar's lemurs and Arctic breeding birds among those pushed closer to extinction.
Kenyan Activists Vanish After Uganda Opposition Rally
Human rights groups demand answers as Kenyan activists disappear following participation in Ugandan opposition gathering, raising serious concerns about cross-border political repression.
Uganda stuns Malawi in T20 World Cup qualifier thriller
Uganda's cricket team creates sporting history with dramatic victory over Malawi in African T20 World Cup qualifier, keeping their World Cup dreams alive.
American couples in £14k illegal surrogacy scandal
Exclusive investigation reveals disturbing details of illegal surrogacy operation where babies were forcibly removed from mothers in Uganda, with one woman described as 'the devil' by victims.
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