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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.

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.

2025's Top UK Butterflies Revealed in Big Count

The results are in for the UK's 2025 Big Butterfly Count, revealing which species are thriving and which are facing challenges. Discover the colourful winners and surprising trends in this year's nationwide wildlife survey.

5 Plants You Should Never Grow - Gardening Expert Warning

A leading UK gardening expert has exposed the top 5 problematic plants that could ruin your garden. Discover which invasive species and high-maintenance plants to avoid for a healthier, easier-to-manage outdoor space.

UK Butterfly Numbers Plummet to Record Low

The Big Butterfly Count 2024 reveals a catastrophic decline in UK butterfly populations, with numbers hitting an all-time low. Conservationists warn of an unfolding biodiversity crisis.

Pensioner caught smuggling live snakes in trousers at Gatwick

A 71-year-old British man has been convicted after a brazen attempt to smuggle three live snakes and three chameleons through Gatwick Airport, concealed in his trousers. The shocking discovery was made during a routine security check.

Knapweed Sparks UK Butterfly Revival

A stunning conservation success story unfolds in the UK as the once-declining Dark Green Fritillary butterfly makes a remarkable comeback, thanks to a vibrant purple carpet of knapweed.

Liberal Senator's defiant stand on net zero and wildlife

South Australian Liberal Senator Andrew McLachlan launches an impassioned defence of Australia's net zero target and calls for stronger action to protect endangered species, putting him at odds with his own party's climate sceptics.

Koala Habitat Loss Reveals 'Total Failure' of Nature Laws

Shocking new data reveals a catastrophic loss of koala habitats in New South Wales and Queensland, with conservation groups branding Australia's environmental protection laws a 'total failure' as land clearing skyrockets.

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

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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