Global wildlife summit proposes new rules to curb the booming online exotic pet trade, targeting species from Galapagos iguanas to African tortoises. Conservationists warn of an extinction crisis driven by social media and internet sales.
The rise of exotic animal cafes across Asia, featuring capybaras and otters, is linked to increased illegal wildlife trafficking and conservation threats. Experts warn of growing demand for endangered species.
Thieves steal 67 exotic birds from Southampton pet shop in overnight raid. Investigation reveals connection to booming social media demand for performing parrots and illegal wildlife trade.
An escaped raccoon was filmed roaming a garden in Gwennap, Cornwall, before being secured. This follows another exotic animal escape in the area this month. Read the full story.
An escaped raccoon was found in a Cornwall greenhouse, sparking an RSPCA response. This follows the discovery of a missing flamingo from a local park now living in France.
A small alligator spotted in Boston's Charles River has been rescued and is awaiting a new home. Read the full story of this unexpected urban visitor.
Netflix is launching a dramatic Love Is Blind UK spin-off, reuniting couples and fan favourites from the hit reality show. Get the exclusive details on returning cast members and air dates.
Discover how this affordable tropical fruit could be your secret weapon against sugar addiction and stubborn belly fat, according to nutrition experts.
A rhesus monkey that escaped from a wildlife sanctuary met a tragic end after being shot by authorities in Mississippi, sparking animal welfare concerns and questions about exotic animal management.
In an emotional BBC Breakfast interview, John Story reveals how his daughter Lydia's fatal condition was repeatedly dismissed by doctors, leading to calls for urgent NHS reform.
A Mississippi mother became an unlikely hero when she shot and killed an escaped rhesus macaque monkey that threatened her children in their own backyard. The dramatic incident has raised serious questions about exotic animal ownership and public safety.
A Mississippi woman took matters into her own hands when she encountered an escaped monkey on a highway, shooting the animal in what authorities are calling a highly unusual case.
A 23-year-old woman shares her extraordinary love story with a man 46 years her senior, revealing how they overcome societal judgment and family disapproval to build a life together.
Horror as bloodthirsty piranhas attack swimmers in Lake Biel, Switzerland, leaving seven injured including a baby who lost a toe in the terrifying feeding frenzy.
Discover the terrifying real events that inspired Channel 5's gripping new drama about a mother's worst nightmare and a family torn apart by suspicion.
Hollywood star Demi Moore reveals the surprising physical and emotional challenges she faced while filming her legendary striptease scenes that defined 90s cinema.
A UK woman shares her comical encounter with an Evri delivery driver who accidentally sent her a photo of his own face instead of her parcel location, sparking viral laughter online.
Discover the astonishing true story of Benjamin Lee, the real-life Guinness heir whose extraordinary double life inspired the hit Channel 4 drama. From brewing dynasty to secret identity, this is the revelation that will shock television audiences.
Derbyshire Police launch unusual Facebook investigation after metre-long crocodile discovered in local canal, leaving residents and officers baffled by its origins.
A veteran NHS nurse shares her most terrifying supernatural encounter during a night shift that will make you question what really happens in hospitals after dark.
Explore the remarkable life and career of Dame Celia Imrie, from her Royal Shakespeare Company beginnings to becoming a beloved Hollywood star in films like 'Calendar Girls' and 'The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel'.
Walkers at a popular UK nature reserve were stunned to encounter a massive snake measuring several feet long, with experts now investigating the mysterious reptile's origins.
A captivating tale of forbidden love and cultural clashes is now streaming on BBC iPlayer, offering viewers an emotional rollercoaster through exotic locations and intense relationships.
Discover how notorious criminal John McAvoy turned his life around, swapping armed robbery for elite athletics and becoming one of Britain's most inspiring redemption stories.
Shocking footage captures the moment a domesticated lion named Kimba roams residential streets in South Africa, forcing armed police response and neighbourhood lockdown.
Dramatic footage reveals the terrifying moment an illegally kept African lion escaped and attacked a child in a British residential garden, raising serious questions about exotic pet ownership laws.
Thai authorities confiscate a lion cub from a social media influencer in Kanchanaburi following viral posts, highlighting ongoing concerns about exotic pet ownership and wildlife trafficking.
Discover how Pakistan's wild budgerigars transformed into Australia's beloved pet phenomenon, creating vibrant life in urban homes despite their vast natural habitat.
Exotic zoo proprietor Ben Mee reveals he must sell his £2.75m wildlife sanctuary housing zebras, capybaras and American bison, directly blaming Rachel Reeves' inheritance tax policies for the devastating decision.
Yorkshire author Colwill Brown wins prestigious BBC National Short Story Award 2025 for 'You Cannot Thread a Moving Needle,' celebrated for its authentic regional dialect and emotional depth.