Critically Endangered Cuddly Bat Highlights UK Extinction Crisis
A poignant image of an adorable cuddly bat highlights a grave conservation crisis. Discover why this species is on the brink and what it says about our relationship with nature.
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Attenborough Finds 'Extinct' Prehistoric Fish Alive
Sir David Attenborough's latest documentary uncovers the incredible survival story of the coelacanth, a prehistoric fish once thought lost to extinction for 66 million years. Dive into the deep-sea mystery that has captivated scientists and naturalists.
AI Watchdog: 'Everyone Will Die' in Worst-Case Scenario
The UK's first AI Safety Institute chief has issued a stark warning, stating that the worst-case scenario for artificial intelligence could lead to human extinction. The alarming prediction highlights the urgent need for global regulation as AI capabiliti
Spix's Macaw Returns from Extinction in Wild
The iconic blue Spix's Macaw, declared extinct in the wild, is making a triumphant return to its Brazilian home thanks to a groundbreaking conservation programme led by India's Vantara initiative.
Climate activists glue themselves to Melbourne CBD streets
Climate change protesters from Extinction Rebellion have caused major disruptions in Melbourne's CBD, gluing themselves to a key intersection during morning rush hour, demanding immediate government action on the climate emergency.
Dodo De-Extinction: Scientists Make Major Breakthrough
Groundbreaking genetic research brings the dream of resurrecting the extinct dodo bird one step closer to reality. Scientists achieve a major milestone in sequencing its genome, sparking both excitement and ethical debate.
Dodo De-Extinction: UK Scientists Make Major Genetic Breakthrough
A landmark gene-editing achievement brings the iconic dodo bird one step closer to being brought back from extinction. British scientists lead the revolutionary project.
15 New Prehistoric Marsupial Species Discovered in Australia
A groundbreaking fossil discovery in Queensland rewrites history, revealing 15 previously unknown marsupial species that vanished after arriving in Australia millions of years ago.
Chonky Flying Fox One Cyclone From Extinction
Exclusive: The future of the 'chonky' golden-crowned flying fox, one of the world's rarest bats, hangs in the balance as climate change intensifies tropical storms in its only Philippine habitat.
Koala Chlamydia Crisis Pushing Species to Functional Extinction
Alarming new report reveals koala populations in parts of Australia are being devastated by widespread chlamydia outbreaks, pushing the iconic marsupial towards localised extinction.
Simulation Shows UK's Apocalyptic Fate From Asteroid Impact
A chilling scientific simulation reveals the catastrophic consequences for the UK if a massive asteroid struck the Atlantic Ocean, with tsunamis and firestorms rendering the nation uninhabitable.
Moon Tides Hack: UK's Radical Plan to Save Sparrow
Facing a catastrophic population crash, British conservationists are deploying a daring, nature-based hack using the moon's gravitational pull to rescue the iconic saltmarsh sparrow from rising sea levels. This groundbreaking project could rewrite the fut
Greta Thunberg attacked at Dutch climate protest
Climate activist Greta Thunberg was violently grabbed during an Extinction Rebellion protest in the Netherlands. Dutch police made multiple arrests after campaigners blocked a major motorway.
AI Expert: 'We Are Building God' Without Safety Measures
A leading AI safety researcher from the University of Oxford issues a dire warning about the existential risks posed by artificial general intelligence, comparing our current approach to 'building a god' without safeguards.
UK's £1m Japanese Knotweed nightmare revealed
Homeowners across Britain are facing financial ruin as the invasive Japanese Knotweed spreads uncontrollably, with removal costs soaring into the millions and property values plummeting. Experts warn the plant is creating 'impenetrable jungles' and devast
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.
Flesh-Eating Wasps Invade New York and Oregon
Exclusive: Invasive 'flesh-eating' wasp species, the invasive horntail, is spreading alarmingly across New York and Oregon. Scientists warn of ecological devastation and urgent public vigilance as this parasitic insect threatens native ecosystems.
Breathtaking Photography Book Reveals the Soul of Elephants
Discover 'A Picture to Walk the Earth' – a stunning visual odyssey by photographer David Guerrero that reveals the profound emotional world and fragile existence of elephants, from the deserts of Namibia to the plains of Kenya.
Deadly Fungus Pushing North American Bats to Extinction
A catastrophic fungal disease, Pseudogymnoascus destructans, is driving North American bat species towards extinction, with mortality rates reaching 100% in some colonies, threatening ecological balance and agriculture.
Borneo's Big-Nosed Monkey Faces Extinction
New research reveals the surprising evolutionary secrets behind the Proboscis monkey's enormous nose and the grave conservation threats pushing this unique species towards extinction.
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.
This Morning Guest Identifies as a Pomeranian
ITV's This Morning descends into farce as a caller identifying as a 'trans-species' Pomeranian dog sparks a heated debate between hosts and a stunned psychologist, leaving viewers utterly bewildered.
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.
Invasive Pest Devastates UK's Beloved Box Hedges
An urgent warning has been issued as the invasive Box Tree Moth caterpillar devastates Britain's beloved box hedges and topiary. Discover the threat and how to fight back.
Abolish Forestry Corp Over Endangered Species Failures
Environmental groups are demanding the immediate abolition of the state-owned Forestry Corporation of NSW, accusing it of systematic failures to protect endangered species and comply with its own logging rules, pushing ecosystems to the brink.
Yellowstone grizzlies remain protected as court blocks hunting
A landmark US court ruling has upheld federal protections for Yellowstone's grizzly bears, blocking controversial state plans to allow trophy hunting near the national park.
Tourist sparks outrage after jumping on whale shark
A viral video captures a tourist in the Philippines leaping from a boat onto the back of a vulnerable whale shark, sparking outrage from marine conservationists and authorities who have launched an investigation.
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