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Ecologist flees after 4WD beach ban death threats

Leading ecologist Professor Thomas Schlacher was forced to relocate his family after violent threats for proposing 4WD restrictions on fragile Australian beaches. Discover the conflict between conservation and tourism.

Scientist leads fight to protect sacred Pacific island

Respected ocean scientist Dr Katy Soapi helped lead a successful community campaign to protect Tetepare Island from logging, creating a model for Pacific conservation. Discover how traditional knowledge and science unite to preserve heritage.

Ed Sheeran's Suffolk home plan angers residents

Ed Sheeran faces backlash from Suffolk villagers over plans to merge two historic cottages into one large home, amid local housing shortage concerns. Discover the full story.

Young Brits Expose Coastal Town Crisis

Exclusive investigation uncovers the hidden struggles facing young residents in UK coastal communities - from isolation and unemployment to crumbling infrastructure.

Cliff-edge homes face demolition in erosion crisis

Homeowners in a picturesque coastal community face devastating losses as rapid erosion threatens to send their properties tumbling into the sea, with authorities warning demolition may be the only option.

Cornwall's coastline transformed by concrete and hot tubs

Exclusive investigation reveals how Cornwall's iconic coastline is being transformed by controversial development, with concrete structures and luxury hot tubs replacing traditional fishing cottages and green spaces.

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.

Brighton's seafront palm trees saved from removal

Campaigners celebrate as Brighton's iconic palm trees are granted reprieve after council U-turn on controversial removal plan. The beloved seafront landmarks will remain following public outcry.

Seaside town becomes island after tidal surge

A dramatic overnight tidal surge has left residents of a Welsh coastal community completely cut off from the mainland, with roads submerged and emergency access severely compromised.

Africa's ancient elephant highways blocked

New research reveals how century-old elephant migration corridors across Africa have been severed by human development, creating dangerous conflicts and threatening ancient behaviours passed down through generations.

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