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Legal fight launched to save polluted River Wye

Conservation organisations take unprecedented legal action against UK government for failing to protect the River Wye from catastrophic agricultural pollution threatening its ecosystem.

Teen drowns in River Taff after jump dare

A coroner's court hears the heartbreaking details of 15-year-old Dylan Rhys's death after he jumped into the River Taff following encouragement from friends, raising serious questions about support for children with additional needs.

Pine Martens Return to Exmoor After 150 Years

In a landmark conservation effort, eighteen elusive pine martens have been reintroduced to Exmoor's woodlands, marking their return after disappearing from the region over a century ago.

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.

Berlin's goshawk blueprint could transform UK cities

Discover how Berlin's successful urban goshawk conservation strategy provides a revolutionary model for rewilding British cities and restoring these magnificent birds of prey to our urban landscapes.

Hudson River radioactive contamination shock

Groundbreaking research reveals alarming radioactive contamination in the Hudson River, raising urgent environmental and public health concerns for New York communities.

Paddlewheel Cruises Return to the Seine

Discover the romantic allure of traditional paddlewheel river cruising as CroisiEurope launches nostalgic voyages along the Seine, offering a unique perspective on Paris and Normandy.

Curlew Crisis: The Controversial Fox Culls Dividing UK

As Britain's curlew population faces a perilous decline, a contentious conservation strategy involving licensed fox culls is dividing experts and igniting a fierce ethical debate about saving our most treasured birds.

Swimmers Return To Chicago River After 50-Year Ban

In a landmark event for urban environmental recovery, swimmers returned to the Chicago River for the first sanctioned race in over 50 years, marking a stunning turnaround for a waterway once synonymous with industrial waste.

Viking Tonle: New Luxury Mekong River Cruise Ship Launches

Embark on a journey aboard Viking Tonle, the newest and most luxurious ship to grace the Mekong River. Discover how its innovative design, cultural immersion programmes, and commitment to sustainable tourism are redefining luxury river cruising in Southea

Fragile Harmony: Mussels & Salmon's UK River Comeback

An exclusive look at the delicate ecological dance between freshwater mussels and Atlantic salmon in Britain's rivers, a stunning story of conservation success and the ongoing threats to this fragile harmony.

Family of Four Die in River Derwent Tragedy

A major emergency response unfolded in North Yorkshire as a family, including two young children, was recovered from the River Derwent near Malton. Police are investigating the tragic circumstances.

Treasure Hunting on Britain's Chalk Downlands

Join a journey across the UK's chalk grasslands, where a simple scan reveals a hidden world of rare orchids, butterflies, and a rich tapestry of biodiversity fighting for survival.

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