Gary Neville's Orwellian warning about English flags
Sky Sports analyst Gary Neville compares modern flag-waving patriotism to Orwell's dystopian warnings, sparking debate about national identity and political symbolism in football culture.
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Robin sightings: The spiritual meaning revealed
Discover the fascinating folklore and spiritual significance behind robin sightings in British gardens, from messages from beyond to symbols of new beginnings.
Rare White-throated Needletail Spotted in Yorkshire
Bird enthusiasts flock to East Yorkshire nature reserve after spotting one of Britain's rarest avian visitors - the swift white-throated needletail, making its first appearance in over a decade.
Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Who Will Win?
The prestigious Australian Bird of the Year competition returns for 2025, pitting iconic species against each other in a battle for avian supremacy that captures the nation's heart.
Bird flu pandemic warning as virus spreads to mammals
Leading scientists sound the alarm as H5N1 bird flu jumps to mammals worldwide, raising fears of potential human transmission. Exclusive analysis reveals the growing threat.
Air India flight returns to Colombo after bird strike
An Air India Airbus A321 carrying 179 passengers was forced to abandon its journey to Chennai after a dramatic bird strike incident shortly after takeoff from Colombo.
Thomas the Tank Engine Finds Home in Irish Church
A Catholic church in Ireland has welcomed Thomas the Tank Engine into its sacred space, creating an extraordinary interfaith display that's capturing hearts and sparking conversation about modern worship.
Netherlands culls 215,000 chickens in bird flu outbreak
The Netherlands faces a severe avian influenza crisis as authorities order the culling of 215,000 chickens and impose nationwide housing requirements for poultry.
Silent Skies: Birds' Ominous Behaviour Worries Scientists
British researchers document disturbing changes in bird behaviour as species fall silent and abandon normal activities in what experts call an 'ecological alarm bell' ringing across our landscapes.
Neville slams 'negative' Union Flag politics in football
Former Manchester United captain Gary Neville delivers powerful critique of political flag-waving in football, arguing the Union Jack has become a symbol of division rather than unity.
Australia's rarest bird of prey faces silent extinction
Australia's rarest bird of prey, the Red Goshawk, is vanishing without public notice. Conservationists reveal how habitat destruction and bureaucratic inertia are pushing this magnificent raptor to the brink.
Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Voting Open
The highly anticipated Australian Bird of the Year competition for 2025 has officially launched, inviting nature enthusiasts and bird lovers nationwide to cast their votes for their favourite feathered contenders in this celebrated conservation initiative
Vote for Australian Bird of the Year 2025
The prestigious Australian Bird of the Year competition returns for 2025, featuring 50 remarkable native species vying for the coveted title. Discover the contenders and make your voice heard in this celebration of Australia's extraordinary avian diversit
Australian Bird of the Year: Beyond the Popular Vote
Discover how Australia's beloved Bird of the Year competition has evolved into a powerful conservation movement, raising awareness about threatened species and driving environmental action beyond the popular vote.
My unexpected bond with local jackdaws
Discover the heartwarming story of a countryside dweller's extraordinary relationship with a family of wild jackdaws, revealing the surprising intelligence and personality of these often-overlooked corvids.
Pheasant Coucal's shock Bird of the Year victory stuns experts
In a stunning upset, Australia's 'feathered wrecking ball' - the pheasant coucal - has bulldozed its way to Bird of the Year victory, leaving traditional favourites in its dust and sparking both celebration and bewilderment among bird enthusiasts.
Trump tariffs threatened Brazil's rare Jacu bird coffee
Exclusive: How Trump-era trade policies threatened the luxury coffee industry and Brazil's rare Jacu bird beans, creating diplomatic tensions and market uncertainty.
Budgerigars: From Wild Skies to Australian Homes
Discover how Pakistan's wild budgerigars transformed into Australia's beloved pet phenomenon, creating vibrant life in urban homes despite their vast natural habitat.
Bird Photographer of Year 2025 Winners Revealed
Discover the breathtaking winning images from Bird Photographer of the Year 2025, showcasing extraordinary avian behaviour and stunning wildlife photography from around the globe.
Prince Charles rescues trapped bird during Barnsley visit
The Prince of Wales performed an impromptu wildlife rescue during a visit to Barnsley, carefully freeing a trapped bird to the delight of onlookers.
UK Government Accused of Withholding Vital Seabird Data
Exclusive: Conservation groups demand transparency as Defra faces allegations of sitting on crucial seabird population data, raising fears of a deepening ecological crisis in England's coastal regions.
Dickie Bird: Cricket's unlikely icon remembered
How a humble umpire from Barnsley became one of cricket's most beloved figures through his unique personality and deep love for the game.
Dickie Bird's enduring cricket love affair at 91
Legendary cricket umpire Dickie Bird, now 91, reflects on his childlike passion for the sport, his famous friendships, and why he'll never truly retire from the game he adores.
Cricket legend Dickie Bird dies aged 93
Tributes pour in for legendary cricket umpire Harold 'Dickie' Bird, whose extraordinary career and beloved personality made him a national treasure.
Tributes Pour In For Cricket Legend Dickie Bird
The cricket world mourns legendary umpire Dickie Bird as fans worldwide share heartfelt memories and tributes to one of sport's most beloved figures.
Dickie Bird's Agonising Regret Over His Late Mother
Iconic cricket umpire Dickie Bird opens up about his profound loneliness and the one agonising regret that haunts him in his later years.
Cricket Mourns Legendary Umpire Dickie Bird, 92
Celebrating the legendary umpire Harold 'Dickie' Bird, who has passed away at 92. From Merv Hughes' antics to meeting the Queen 29 times, we remember his incredible life.
UK Wild Bird Populations in Alarming Decline
New government data reveals devastating declines in UK wild bird populations, with species like greenfinches and swifts in catastrophic freefall, prompting urgent conservation warnings.
Cricket Umpire Dickie Bird Dies Aged 93
The cricketing world pays tribute to Harold 'Dickie' Bird, the beloved former Test umpire known for his eccentric character and impeccable fairness, who has died aged 93.
Cricket Umpire Dickie Bird Dies Aged 90
Tributes pour in for Harold 'Dickie' Bird, the beloved cricket umpire who became a national treasure, after his peaceful passing at 90 following a battle with Parkinson's disease.
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