Four killed in Kenya as elephant attacks spark protests
Protests erupt in Kenya after four people are killed by elephants in one week. Experts link the crisis to scarce vegetation and drought. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
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Kenya: Four killed in elephant attacks, protests erupt
Four people killed by roaming elephants in Kenya spark protests. Experts blame human-wildlife conflict driven by scarce vegetation and drought. Kenya Wildlife Service urges calm.
CDC Primate Research Halted in US Policy Shift
The Trump administration orders the CDC to end all research on monkeys and apes, a significant step in phasing out animal testing. Find out the impact on medical research.
Scientists use mosquito blood to map Florida wildlife
University of Florida researchers analysed thousands of mosquitoes, extracting DNA from 86 animal species. This novel method offers a new way to monitor ecosystems and endangered species.
Trump to Dismantle Key US Climate Research Centre
The Trump administration plans to break up the National Center for Atmospheric Research, a 'crown jewel' of climate science. Experts warn this move puts public safety at risk. Read the full story.
Sole surviving lab monkey from US crash finds refuge
The only surviving rhesus macaque from a biomedical transport crash in Mississippi has been given a permanent home at a New Jersey animal sanctuary. Discover Forrest's journey to safety.
UK Scientists: Animal Testing Remains Essential for Medicine
Leading UK researchers argue that replacing animal testing entirely remains scientifically impossible despite new technologies. Discover why biology's complexity demands continued animal research for medical advances.
UK Plan to Replace Animal Testing with AI Technology
Science Minister Patrick Vallance announces strategy to reduce animal testing through AI and advanced technologies. Learn how this could transform medical research in Britain.
Government slashes CSIRO budget by 20%
The Australian government's 20% cut to CSIRO funding threatens critical climate and medical research. Discover how this decision impacts scientific innovation.
CSIRO cuts 350 jobs in major blow to Australian science
Australia's national science agency CSIRO announces up to 350 job cuts, described as 'worst cuts ever seen' and a 'sad day for publicly funded science'.
Gender Bias in Science Study Overturned by New Findings
A pivotal 2012 study on gender bias in science hiring has been contradicted by a major replication. Discover how the new findings challenge established narratives on women in STEM.
Brain Development Atlas Offers Hope for Autism Treatment
Groundbreaking research from the University of Oxford creates first-ever comprehensive atlas of mouse brain development, revealing critical windows that could transform understanding of neurodevelopmental conditions.
Prostate Cancer Breakthrough: New Hope for Thousands
Groundbreaking Australian research reveals a revolutionary approach to prostate cancer treatment that could spare men debilitating side effects and transform recovery outcomes across the UK.
Gut Bacteria Linked to Coronary Artery Disease Risk
Groundbreaking UK research reveals how specific gut bacteria strains could significantly increase your risk of developing coronary artery disease, opening new possibilities for prevention and treatment.
NHS seeks Down's syndrome adults for research
The NHS is making history by inviting adults with Down's syndrome to participate in revolutionary health research that could transform medical understanding and care.
Demi Moore & Bruce Willis Unite for Dementia Gala
Hollywood icons Demi Moore and Bruce Willis set aside differences for charitable cause, joining celebrity-filled New York fundraiser supporting cutting-edge dementia research and awareness campaigns.
World's Largest Spider Web Discovered in UK Cave
Scientists uncover an extraordinary cave spider web spanning multiple square metres in a British cave, revealing new insights about these fascinating arachnids and their remarkable engineering capabilities.
NZ wildlife park euthanises two lions after rehoming fails
A New Zealand wildlife park makes the difficult choice to euthanise two male lions after unsuccessful attempts to rehome them, highlighting conservation challenges.
UK scientists create most detailed DNA image ever made
Cambridge scientists achieve unprecedented DNA mapping milestone that could revolutionise medicine and transform our understanding of genetic diseases
Australia must fast-track medical funding as Trump cuts research
Independent MP Monique Ryan warns Australia must urgently boost medical innovation funding to counter devastating cuts to US research under Trump's administration, risking global health breakthroughs.
Japan's bear crisis: Record encounters spark emergency
Japan faces an unprecedented wildlife crisis as bear encounters reach record highs, with experts warning of growing human-wildlife conflict in urbanising landscapes. Discover why these dangerous incidents are surging and what authorities are doing to prot
Beth Pratt's Mission to Save Yosemite Wildlife
Discover how Beth Pratt, California's unlikely wildlife champion, is leading groundbreaking conservation efforts to restore Yosemite's natural balance through innovative corridors and community engagement.
Research monkeys escape in Mississippi containment drama
Dramatic escape of research monkeys in Mississippi sparks major containment operation and raises questions about animal transport safety protocols.
ALS Breakthrough: Scientists Discover Disease Causes
Groundbreaking research reveals three major pathways causing ALS, offering new hope for targeted therapies that could slow or stop the devastating neurodegenerative disease's progression.
CT scans reveal secrets of endangered big cats at Kent zoo
Groundbreaking veterinary research at Howletts Wild Animal Park uses advanced CT scanning technology to study endangered tigers, leopards and cheetahs, providing vital health insights for conservation efforts.
Orphaned elephant's joyful milk reaction goes viral
An orphaned elephant calf's ecstatic reaction to receiving his milk bottle has captured hearts worldwide, showcasing the incredible work of wildlife rescuers in Kenya.
Blue mutant dogs discovered in Chernobyl zone
Exclusive research reveals startling discovery of dogs with unique blue-black fur roaming Chernobyl's radioactive wasteland, offering new insights into long-term radiation effects on mammals.
Young naturalist documents intimate urban fox observations
A young wildlife enthusiast shares remarkable insights from months of observing an urban fox family, revealing surprising behaviours and unexpected connections in suburban Britain.
Bird flu kills seal pups on remote Australian island
Scientists sound alarm as avian influenza devastates wildlife populations, with mass seal pup deaths raising concerns about the virus's accelerating spread across species.
Light-activated cancer treatment breakthrough
Groundbreaking research reveals new light-activated cancer treatment that targets tumours with precision, potentially replacing harsh chemotherapy with fewer side effects.
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