The UK government has published its long-awaited strategy to tackle violence against women and girls. The plan addresses deepfake pornography and 'toxic ideas' in schools. Read the full details here.
Stansted Airport's expansion plans are approved, paving the way for 51 million annual passengers and 4,500 new jobs. Discover how this will reshape UK air travel.
Scientists warn the UK must prepare for 'plausible' extreme climate impacts, including a 4C temperature rise and 2-metre sea level rise. Discover the risks and the urgent need for resilience planning.
A one-eyed rescue dog named Odin, once 'invisible', finds his forever home. See how love transformed this shy pup, leaving pet lovers across the UK in tears. Read his heartwarming story.
From the London Underground to the World Wide Web, discover the UK's most impressive engineering feats in a new ranking. 94% of Brits take pride in this heritage. Explore the full list and insights.
Mild UK winters trigger unusual December birdsong from skylarks and thrushes. Is it a charming natural event or a stark climate crisis warning? Read the analysis.
John Harris, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey analyse the defining political events of 2025 and look ahead to 2026. Listen to the Politics Weekly UK podcast now.
Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden launches Labour's child poverty strategy, pledging to scrap the two-child benefit cap. He insists further welfare reform is essential to tackle rising costs and help people into work.
Zoe Rosenberg, 23, sentenced for taking four chickens from a Perdue poultry plant. She argued it was a rescue, but a jury convicted her of felony conspiracy. Read the full story.
An Oxford University professor and his partner have been prosecuted for animal cruelty after their rabbit, Beano, was found ridden with maggots and close to death. Learn more about this shocking case.
Discover how Americans are embracing turkey adoption programmes, sparing birds from slaughter. Learn about this growing movement and its impact on holiday traditions.
Shocking animal welfare case sees nearly 200 animals removed from squalid property as RSPCA launches one of its largest ever rescue missions in the UK.
A hard-hitting documentary exposes the grim reality of British greyhound racing, revealing shocking welfare concerns and industry neglect that question the sport's future.
Urban explorers made a heartbreaking discovery in an abandoned property - a loyal dog left to fend for himself, surviving alone for weeks in derelict surroundings.
A man has been disqualified from owning animals for five years after RSPCA inspectors discovered severely neglected birds living in filthy conditions, leaving a veterinary professional in tears.
A helpless dog named Sasha was discovered tethered to a street lamp with a poignant note explaining her owner could no longer afford her care, sparking outrage and sympathy across the UK.
New RSPCA data reveals a heartbreaking 31% increase in pet abandonment calls as cost of living crisis bites, with thousands of animals facing uncertain futures.
The New England Aquarium establishes a pioneering retirement community for its oldest penguins, offering specialised care and peaceful golden years for these beloved aquatic birds.
A monkey that escaped from a Mississippi zoo has been fatally shot by authorities, sparking outrage and raising serious questions about animal containment protocols.
A zoo in Argentina has been permanently closed after authorities discovered severely malnourished lions, bears and other animals living in squalid conditions, sparking international outrage.
Heartwarming rescue mission saves 22 puppies abandoned on busy Utah highway in sweltering heat. The dramatic operation involved multiple agencies working together to give the dogs a second chance at life.
Animal shelters across Britain report black cats are being overlooked by adopters in disturbing numbers, creating a heartbreaking backlog of unwanted pets.
Zoe Rosenberg, founder of Happy Hen Animal Sanctuary, convicted on multiple charges after dramatic rescue operation from California poultry farm sparks fierce debate over animal welfare laws.
Indonesia's capital city outlaws brutal dog and cat meat markets following years of campaigning by animal rights activists and health concerns.
Leading veterinary experts reveal how treating pets like human children may be causing serious behavioural and medical issues in our beloved animals.
An explosive investigation reveals how Centrelink illegally cancelled thousands of JobSeeker payments, leaving vulnerable Australians destitute and fighting a broken system.
An alarming investigation reveals Australia's welfare system is plagued by systemic failures, unlawful practices, and devastating consequences for the nation's most vulnerable. Discover the urgent need for reform.
An undercover operation reveals shocking conditions at a US poultry facility as activists rescue nearly 200 chickens destined for slaughter, sparking renewed debate about animal welfare standards.
A heartless pet owner has been sentenced after leaving multiple animals to starve in squalid conditions, with RSPCA inspectors discovering a scene of utter neglect in a Midlands property.
A courageous passerby rescued a defenceless cockapoo puppy after witnessing a man attempting to drown the animal in a Manchester canal in what police are treating as intentional cruelty.