Distressing video captures the moment a terrified bear fights for freedom after getting its head stuck in a blue plastic barrel, highlighting the growing threat of plastic pollution to wildlife.
Japan's military has been called into the northern Akita region following a dramatic surge in bear attacks and sightings, creating a state of emergency in rural communities.
As Japan faces an unprecedented rise in bear encounters, experts reveal the surprising reasons behind the surge and essential safety tips for residents and tourists.
New official data reveals Russia's population has fallen to its lowest level in decades, with record-low birth rates and war casualties creating a perfect demographic storm under Putin's leadership.
Japan faces an unprecedented demographic emergency as new data reveals the sharpest population decline in history, with births plummeting to their lowest level since records began.
New statistics reveal Russia's population has dropped by over 2 million since 2021, with deaths significantly outnumbering births as Putin's war and economic pressures create a perfect demographic storm.
Wildlife officials in Arkansas confirm they euthanised an innocent black bear after a rare fatal attack, sparking controversy over wildlife management practices.
New ONS data reveals England and Wales experienced their first population decline in decades, driven by falling birth rates and changing migration patterns post-pandemic.
Shocking official figures reveal Wales experienced population decline while England saw growth, raising concerns about economic future and youth exodus.
Exclusive census data reveals Christmas Island's population has dropped below 1,400 residents, marking a dramatic exodus from Australia's remote Indian Ocean territory and raising concerns about its future sustainability.
A remarkable wildlife rescue operation unfolded at a California zoo as staff successfully tranquillised and returned a 300-pound black bear that had briefly escaped its enclosure, with no injuries to animals or visitors.
Exclusive: The iconic grizzly bear population across Yellowstone National Park has surged to approximately 1,000, marking a triumphant conservation success story across Wyoming, Montana and Idaho.
Japan's Tokyo metropolitan area records its first population drop since 1996, signalling a dramatic demographic shift amid national population concerns.
New data reveals Australia's fertility rate has hit an unprecedented low of 1.55 births per woman, sparking concerns about future economic stability and population ageing.
The Guardian's scathing review of 'To Cook a Bear' reveals why this bizarre historical drama about a bear-fighting police unit fails to deliver anything but unintentional comedy.
New statistics reveal South Korea's demographic time bomb is worsening, with over 20% of citizens now aged 65 or older, raising urgent questions about economic sustainability and social welfare systems.
A 57-year-old man from Belarus was brutally killed by a brown bear while mushroom picking in Slovakia's Demänovská Valley, marking the first fatal bear attack in the country's modern history.
A 70-year-old mushroom enthusiast suffered catastrophic injuries after a brutal bear mauling in northern Sweden, with rescuers describing one of the worst attacks they've ever witnessed.
Exclusive interview with Max Thomas, the Arkansas hunter who survived a terrifying black bear mauling in the Ouachita National Forest and fought back with remarkable courage.
A terrifying bear attack in Arkansas leaves a hunter fighting for survival after being ambushed by a 350-pound black bear in the Ozark wilderness.
A shocking wildlife encounter in Arkansas's Ozark National Forest saw a camper fight for survival against a black bear, sparking urgent safety warnings for outdoor enthusiasts.
A tourist has died after a brutal bear mauling in Japan's scenic Gifu prefecture, marking a rare fatal attack that has shocked the hiking community and prompted urgent safety warnings.
In an astonishing victory, a massive brown bear weighing approximately 1,200lbs has been crowned the winner of Fat Bear Week 2024 at Alaska's Katmai National Park, triumphing despite sporting a significant jaw injury.
Extraordinary security footage captures a determined black bear breaking into an Arizona grocery store and helping itself to snacks in a bizarre late-night shopping spree.
In a landslide victory that captivated nature enthusiasts worldwide, bear 32 Chunk has been crowned the 2025 Fat Bear Week champion at Alaska's Katmai National Park.
Viewers of the beloved BBC show are calling for a special episode after a particularly moving restoration of a 70-year-old teddy bear brought the nation to tears.
A 90-year-old woman was viciously attacked by a black bear inside a Dollar General store in the US. The shocking incident, which unfolded in a populated area, ended with police forced to euthanise the animal. Read the full story of this rare and frighteni
Shocking footage emerges of brutal bear maulings, including a victim dragged naked and a zoo worker's narrow escape from a polar bear. These harrowing encounters reveal the raw power of nature's most fearsome predators.
The final video footage of two experienced hikers has been recovered, revealing their terrifying last moments before a fatal grizzly bear mauling in the Canadian wilderness.
A tragic bear attack in Yellowstone National Park claims the life of a hiker. Park officials confirm grizzly involvement as emergency protocols are activated.