Seven rare species found at National Trust for Scotland sites
The National Trust for Scotland has announced the discovery of seven 'remarkable' rare species in 2025, a powerful sign its conservation work is succeeding. Discover the findings.
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Seven rare species discovered in Scotland
The National Trust for Scotland has announced the discovery of seven rare species in 2025, a powerful sign of conservation success. Discover the remarkable finds and what they mean for the future.
Asylum seeker denied casino winnings over immigration status
A man seeking asylum in the US claims a Chicago casino refused to pay his $1,250 slot machine jackpot due to his limited-term ID. The incident highlights tensions over immigrant protections in Illinois. Read the full story.
DOJ Sues Illinois Governor Over Immigrant Protection Laws
The US Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, challenging new state laws that limit immigration enforcement at courthouses and hospitals. Read the full details of the federal-state clash.
UK actors vote 99% against AI scanning, threaten strike
UK actors' union Equity votes overwhelmingly to reject AI digital scanning, paving the way for potential industrial action in 2025. Read the full story.
Scientists Discover One of World's Smallest Toads
Biologists have identified a new orange toad species in Brazil's cloud forests, measuring under 14mm. The discovery highlights urgent conservation needs in the Atlantic Forest.
New Miniature Toad Species Found in Brazil
Scientists have discovered a new orange toad species in Brazil so small it can fit on a pencil tip. They are calling for urgent conservation efforts to protect the endangered creature and its habitat.
Labour's deregulation plan faces scrutiny over public protections
Keir Starmer's plan to cut 'unnecessary' regulation for growth is criticised for adopting a market viewpoint over public interest. Letters also discuss Your Party's name, pork's popularity, and oddly named places.
Assisted Dying Bill Could Spark NHS Exodus
A leading KC warns the assisted dying Bill offers no legal protection for objecting GPs, risking an NHS staff exodus. Read the full legal analysis and its implications.
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.
Labour's employment rights bill transforms UK workplace
The Labour government's landmark employment rights bill promises the biggest shake-up of workplace protections in decades, challenging the Tory legacy and empowering British workers.
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.
Victoria to ban NDAs silencing sexual harassment victims
Victoria is poised to become Australia's first state to outlaw non-disclosure agreements that silence victims of workplace sexual harassment in groundbreaking legislation set to transform workplace protections.
US Senate Passes Landmark Essential Workers Bill
In a historic move, the US Senate has approved the Essential Workers Bill, granting new protections and benefits to frontline employees who kept America running during the pandemic. Discover how this legislation will transform workers' rights.
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.
UK government blocks Welsh conversion therapy ban
The UK government has prevented Wales from implementing its own ban on conversion therapy, sparking a major constitutional dispute over devolved powers and LGBTQ+ rights protections.
Reeves faces fury over planning bill changes
Nature organisations condemn 'cynical' 11th-hour amendments to planning legislation that could weaken environmental protections across England.
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.
US Supreme Court overturns conversion therapy bans
In a controversial 6-3 decision, America's highest court has struck down local bans on conversion therapy, reigniting debates over LGBTQ+ protections and states' rights.
Kyle's Workers' Rights Reforms Transform UK Employment
Groundbreaking workers' rights reforms championed by Kyle promise to reshape Britain's employment sector with enhanced protections and fairer workplace practices.
UK Business Crisis: Tax Hikes & Worker Rights Squeeze
British businesses confront a perfect storm as new tax increases and enhanced worker rights legislation create unprecedented pressure on companies already struggling with economic uncertainty.
US permits capture of endangered manta rays in Florida
US wildlife authorities have granted permits allowing the capture of endangered giant manta rays from Florida's coastal waters for public aquarium display, sparking fierce debate among conservationists.
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.
US Court Axes Protected Status for Haitian and Venezuelan Migrants
A landmark US court ruling, backed by the Trump White House, terminates humanitarian protections for hundreds of thousands of migrants from Haiti and Venezuela, setting a major precedent for US immigration policy.
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.
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.
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