Trump administration revives species protections rollback
The Trump administration is moving to weaken the Endangered Species Act, a move critics warn could push vulnerable wildlife closer to extinction. Discover the implications.
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Inside Cyprus's abandoned airport frozen for 50 years
Explore Nicosia International Airport, abandoned since 1974 Turkish invasion. See eerie photos and learn about this UN-protected time capsule. Discover its virtual resurrection.
New Era Travel in Alresford goes into liquidation
New Era Travel in Alresford, Hampshire, ceases trading just three years after opening. Discover the impact on customers and the wider UK travel industry turmoil.
US ends deportation protection for South Sudanese
The Biden administration has officially ended Temporary Protected Status for South Sudanese nationals, putting approximately 1,000 people at risk of deportation from the United States.
Asian Hornet Invasion: UK on High Alert
Dangerous Asian hornets with potentially fatal stings have been confirmed in multiple UK locations, sparking urgent government warnings and eradication efforts.
Ice Age Fish Survives 11,000 Years in Scottish Loch
Scientists discover Britain's rarest freshwater fish, the vendace, thriving in Loch Skeen 11,000 years after the Ice Age. The climate-resistant species offers hope for conservation efforts.
New frog and gecko species discovered on Duan Island
Scientists have uncovered two remarkable new species - a miniature frog and a cryptic gecko - thriving in the unique ecosystem of Duan Island, revealing nature's hidden wonders.
Florida bird massacre: Vehicles deliberately kill nesting birds
Disturbing footage shows vehicles intentionally running over nesting birds in Florida, leaving dozens dead and sparking wildlife crime investigation.
Osprey nest destroyed in East Kilbride tree felling
Shock and outrage in South Lanarkshire as trees containing a protected osprey nest are cut down, sparking police investigation and conservation concerns.
Red List: 45,000 species face extinction threat
The IUCN's latest Red List update reveals a devastating biodiversity crisis, with Madagascar's lemurs and Arctic breeding birds among those pushed closer to extinction.
Police hunt catapult attacker targeting Kent wildlife
Shocking investigation reveals serial offender deliberately targeting wildlife with catapults in Kent countryside as police issue urgent appeal for information.
Coastal narcissists' war on UK trees exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how wealthy coastal homeowners are destroying protected trees and landscapes for better sea views, sparking outrage and calls for stricter enforcement.
Man filmed decapitating sea lion pup in shocking attack
Canadian authorities are hunting a man captured on camera violently decapitating a protected sea lion pup in a brutal act that has horrified marine conservationists and local residents.
Trump blocks healthcare for TPS immigrants, Democrats revolt
Former President Donald Trump moves to strip healthcare access from immigrants with Temporary Protected Status, igniting fierce Democratic opposition and raising legal challenges.
Sean Bean Fights Sheffield Council Over Green Belt Homes
Actor Sean Bean joins Sheffield residents in a fierce campaign against a council proposal to build 700 homes on protected greenbelt land, warning of irreversible damage to the city's natural landscape.
IDF: Only Gaza Hospitals Are Protected Sites
The Israeli military has declared that only hospitals are considered protected humanitarian sites in northern Gaza, issuing a grave new directive for all aid organisations and civilians.
Protected bats halt Lincolnshire council tree work
Natural England halts Lincolnshire County Council's tree safety work after discovering protected bat roosts. The council faces delays and unexpected costs in managing roadside trees.
Police probe as historic White Horse landmark is vandalised
Wiltshire Police launch investigation after the ancient Cherhill White Horse, a protected monument, is illegally altered with a red cross, sparking local outrage and a heritage crime probe.
Bats Block Ricky Gervais's £6M Mansion Renovation Plans
Ricky Gervais's plans for a luxury renovation of his £6 million countryside mansion, including a special 'bat loft', have been thwarted by a lengthy planning battle with local council.
Tribunal: Gender-Critical Beliefs Protected Under Law
In a landmark judgment, an employment tribunal has ruled that gender-critical beliefs are protected under the Equality Act 2010, upholding the right of women to express their views on sex and gender without fear of discrimination.
Eco-firm boss trashes wildflower meadow, flees UK
Multi-millionaire eco-firm boss David Sparrow sparks fury after being filmed ripping up a protected wildflower meadow in Berkshire. The 'hypocrite' entrepreneur, who promotes green living, has since LEFT the country following a massive public outcry.
Crystal hunter convicted for smashing protected cliffs
A crystal collector has been convicted for causing criminal damage after using a sledgehammer to smash rocks in a protected conservation area to sell the pieces in his shop. Read the full story of the destruction in the Yorkshire Dales.
NSW Locks In Great Koala National Park, Bans Logging
In a historic conservation victory, the New South Wales government has officially established the Great Koala National Park and enacted an immediate ban on logging within its boundaries, safeguarding a critical koala habitat.
Rare Albino Deer Killed by British Hunter in Scotland
A trophy hunter has sparked fury after killing one of the UK's only known albino deer, a majestic and protected stag, on a Scottish estate. Conservationists and locals condemn the 'senseless' act.
Trump Vows to End Venezuelan Protected Status
In a major immigration policy announcement, Donald Trump pledges to terminate Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelan migrants, setting the stage for large-scale deportations if he wins the 2024 election.
Rare Ghost Orchid Discovery Stuns Kent Walker
A woman in Kent couldn't believe her eyes after discovering an incredibly rare and protected Ghost Orchid during a woodland walk, a flower so elusive it's dubbed the 'holy grail' for UK plant spotters.
Mexico's Jaguar Population Surges in Conservation Success
In a major victory for wildlife conservation, Mexico's jaguar population has surged by nearly 20% in just eight years. Discover how a national strategy is bringing the Americas' largest big cat back from the brink.
Box Tree Moth Invasion: UK Gardens Under Threat
British gardens are under siege from the invasive Box Tree Moth, whose caterpillars are decimating prized box hedges. Experts warn of 'ecological disaster' as the pest spreads rapidly across the UK.
Sports field closed after bird lays egg on halfway line
A protected bird species, the masked lapwing, has forced the indefinite closure of a Melbourne sports field after laying a single egg directly on the halfway line, sparking a clash between local sport and wildlife conservation.
Box Tree Moth Invasion: UK Garden Hedges Under Threat
British gardens are under siege from the Box Tree Moth, an invasive species that skeletonises prized box hedges. Experts warn of a gardening catastrophe as the pest spreads rapidly across the UK.
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