Owl rescued after 100-mile flight to North Sea oil rig
A remarkable rescue story unfolds as a short-eared owl survives Storm Amy, landing on a North Sea oil rig 100 miles from shore before being safely returned to land.
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Heroic Rescue Saves Dog From California Storm Waters
Incredible rescue mission saves drowning dog from treacherous California river currents during severe storm, as emergency crews risk their lives in heart-stopping water operation.
Dolly the Sheep cloning pioneer Sir Ian Wilmut dies aged 92
Sir Ian Wilmut, the pioneering scientist who failed biology at Eton but went on to lead the team that cloned Dolly the Sheep, has passed away aged 92. Discover the remarkable journey of the man once told his scientific dreams were 'ridiculous'.
Chinese climbers rescued from Everest's north face in Tibet
In a tense high-altitude operation, Chinese authorities rescued two stranded mountaineers from Mount Everest's treacherous north face in Tibet, highlighting the ongoing dangers of the world's highest peak.
Maine woman's graphic sheep butchery video sparks outrage
A Maine woman faces animal cruelty investigation after posting explicit footage showing the slaughter and butchering of a sheep on her YouTube channel, prompting global condemnation from viewers.
Herdwick Sheep: Heart of the Lake District
Discover how Herdwick sheep, the iconic woolly residents of Cumbria's fells, shape the landscape and sustain ancient farming traditions in this intimate country diary.
Shorts-wearing walker rescued from Ben Nevis in storm
A walker wearing only shorts was dramatically rescued from Britain's highest peak after being caught in severe weather conditions during Storm Amy. The shocking incident highlights the dangers of mountain climbing unprepared.
Coastguard's daring cliff rescue saves dog from 300ft fall
In a heart-stopping rescue operation, HM Coastguard teams performed a miraculous cliffside mission to save a stranded dog clinging to a narrow ledge after falling 300 feet in Cornwall.
11 rescue pets need loving homes across Britain
Heartwarming appeal from RSPCA as these charming animals including three-legged cats and timid dogs seek loving families across Britain
Sheep and goats replace lawnmowers at Vermont ski resort
A Vermont ski resort has embraced an unusual but effective approach to landscape management, deploying a mixed flock of sheep and goats to maintain its slopes during the summer months.
Daring Rescue Saves Moose Trapped on Frozen Maine Pond
In a heart-stopping wildlife rescue, Maine wardens execute a daring operation to save a juvenile moose stranded on a frozen pond. Read the full story of this remarkable intervention.
Johnny Depp's rescue dog mauls sheep to death on UK farm
A rescue dog owned by Hollywood star Johnny Depp has been at the centre of a tragic incident, killing two sheep on a Somerset farm. The actor now faces a police investigation under the Dogs Act.
Greece bans sheep movement after sheeppox outbreak
Greek authorities have declared a temporary nationwide ban on the movement of sheep and goats after a severe outbreak of sheeppox, a highly contagious viral disease, was detected on the island of Lesvos.
1925 Diary Reveals Herdwick Sheep's Amazing Homing Instinct
A fascinating rediscovery of a 1925 Country Diary reveals the astonishing homing ability of Herdwick sheep, a legendary trait deeply woven into the fabric of the Lake District.
Paddleboard Angels Rescue OAP After Yacht Capsizes in Solent
A dramatic rescue unfolded in the Solent as quick-thinking paddleboarders saved a 70-year-old sailor whose yacht capsized. The incredible story of bravery and being in the right place at the right time.
Weekend in Pictures: Cardi B, Sheep & Synchronised Swimmers
A stunning visual roundup of the weekend's top stories, featuring synchronised swimmers in Spain, a massive sheep gathering in Australia, and Cardi B's show-stopping fashion in the UK.
Elderly Sailor Rescued After 45-Hour Atlantic Ordeal
An 81-year-old yachtsman is recovering after a dramatic two-day rescue from his stricken vessel in the treacherous Bay of Biscay. The UK coastguard and Spanish authorities coordinated the complex long-range operation.
Human Chain Saves Boy from Drowning on Spanish Beach
Quick-thinking beachgoers form a 200-person human chain to rescue a 12-year-old boy from treacherous currents at a popular Spanish resort in a remarkable display of community bravery.
Kingfisher Rescued in Dramatic Scottish Highlands Operation
A heroic multi-agency rescue saves a distressed kingfisher found far from home on a Highland beach, in an unusual operation coordinated by HM Coastguard and the RSPCA.
Sheep flock storms Nottinghamshire pub in hilarious daylight raid
A flock of mischievous sheep were caught on camera executing a daring daytime raid on The Crown Inn in Hucknall, Nottinghamshire, sending staff into a frenzy and delighting locals.
Hikers Lost After Magic Mushrooms Trigger Catskills Rescue
Two hikers in New York's Catskill Mountains required a major rescue operation after becoming disoriented and lost following the consumption of psychedelic mushrooms. Read about the dramatic nighttime mission.
Mushroom Foragers Rescued After 3-Day NY Mountain Ordeal
Two inexperienced foragers sparked a major three-day search and rescue operation in New York's Adirondack Mountains after becoming lost while hunting for wild mushrooms. Read about their dramatic rescue and the warnings from emergency services.
Miracle rescue: Hiker found alive after 10 days in forest
A desperate 10-day search in the treacherous Michigan wilderness culminates in a miracle rescue after a lost hiker is found alive, surviving against all odds.
Solo climber's near-fatal mistake on Scafell Pike
A solo adventurer's casual hike up England's highest peak turned into a terrifying fight for survival after a simple wrong turn led to a catastrophic fall and a dramatic mountain rescue operation in the Lake District.
Boy Scout survives 100ft fall in California mountain rescue
A 13-year-old Boy Scout miraculously survives a 100-foot fall in California's Sierra Nevada mountains, rescued in a dramatic overnight operation by search teams.
Boy Scouts rescue Navy veteran lost for days in wilderness
A group of quick-thinking Boy Scouts from Troop 681 became unlikely heroes after discovering an 80-year-old US Navy veteran, Douglas Montgomery, who had been missing for three days in the rugged Santa Cruz Mountains.
Hikers lost for 12 hours in 'debilitating' mountain heat
Two hikers survive a 12-hour ordeal lost on a California mountain in scorching heat with no water, rescued by sheriff's deputies in a dramatic night-time operation.
US Army cadet hailed hero after M3 motorway rescue
A US Army cadet training at Sandhurst is being celebrated for his incredible bravery after pulling an unconscious driver from a burning vehicle on the M3 motorway, an act of heroism that has captured the public's admiration.
Rare Whale Dies After Cornwall Stranding Tragedy
A desperate race against time to save a rare Cuvier's beaked whale on a Cornish beach ended in tragedy, as rescuers were unable to move the distressed animal to safety. The incident has sparked an important conversation about marine wildlife strandings.
Alaska Troopers Rescue Kentucky Man From Snowbound Vehicle
A dramatic rescue operation in the Alaskan wilderness saves a man from Kentucky after his vehicle became stranded in deep snow near the Canadian border.
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