London Zoo gorilla drank five litres of blackcurrant juice after escaping enclosure
Kumbuka the silverback gorilla escaped his enclosure at London Zoo, drank five litres of blackcurrant squash, and was tranquillised after a brief exploration.
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Midge swarms plague Nottinghamshire villages, residents resort to vacuuming ceilings
Nottinghamshire villages face massive midge swarms; residents vacuum ceilings as lockdown and weather blamed for infestation.
Harriet the Hedgehog: My Unlikely Pet in the Airing Cupboard
A hedgehog named Harriet moves into an airing cupboard after being brought in to eat slugs, becoming an unlikely but beloved pet.
Final Preparations Underway for Audacious Plan to Tow Stranded Whale Timmy to North Sea
Final preparations for millionaire-funded plan to tow stranded whale Timmy to North Sea, amid criticism and threats.
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Dust, Not Volcanoes or Soot, Drove Dinosaur Extinction, Study Finds
Study finds silicate dust from asteroid impact caused dinosaur extinction by blocking sunlight for years.
Surge in Giant Jellyfish Sightings Off UK Coasts
Record numbers of giant frilly-mouthed jellyfish spotted in UK waters, with a 230% increase in sightings this year, says Marine Conservation Society.
Dirty Business: 54% of Viewers Stop Swimming in UK Waters
A survey reveals Channel 4's Dirty Business prompted 54% of viewers to avoid UK waters, with 97% demanding stronger government action on sewage pollution.
GB News Pauses for Trump Landing Amid Health Fears
GB News presenters Ellie Costello and Stephen Dixon paused Thursday's programme as President Trump landed in the US, following a rambling G7 speech that sparked health concerns.
Medical Conspiracy Wormhole: How to Help a Loved One
Hannah McElhinney shares insights from her new book 'Wormhole' after her cousin died from an unproven treatment. She offers tools to help loved ones avoid dangerous alternative medicine.
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Spring Flower Warning for Dog and Cat Owners
Spring flowers like daffodils and tulips are toxic to dogs and cats. Learn which plants to avoid and what to do if your pet is poisoned.
Abused Chimp Trudy Celebrates 30th Birthday After Daily Mail Rescue Campaign
Abused chimp Trudy, saved by Daily Mail campaign in 1999, celebrates 30th birthday at Monkey World sanctuary.
Daylight Saving Time End Affects Wildlife And Pets In Australia
Daylight saving time end in Australia affects wildlife, increasing road risks and disrupting animal rhythms, while pets may be unsettled by routine changes.
NASA Warns 'City-Destroying' Asteroid 2024 YR4 Impact Odds Rise to 2.3%
NASA warns odds of city-destroying asteroid 2024 YR4 hitting Earth in 2032 have risen to 2.3%, with potential devastation similar to the Tunguska event.
Dog Overlooked for 3 Years Due to Unlovable Face
Frida, a dog with a leg injury, has spent 3 years in kennels due to being overlooked for her appearance. She is now seeking a UK home.
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Jane Goodall Wanted to Send Trump, Musk and Putin on One-Way Space Trip
Jane Goodall said in a posthumous Netflix interview she would launch Trump, Musk, Putin, Xi, and Netanyahu on a one-way space trip, comparing their behaviour to aggressive alpha male chimpanzees.
More than half of world's bird species in decline, as leaders meet on extinction crisis
New IUCN report shows 61% of bird species declining; green turtle recovers but Arctic seals face extinction due to climate change.
Orphaned Monkey Punch Finally Makes Friends After Viral Toy Comfort
Punch, a rejected baby monkey, bonds with a stuffed toy after going viral, highlighting zoo animal welfare and social media's impact.
Abandoned Dog Furby Waits for Owner, Finds New Home
Abandoned dog Furby, left in a park with his bed, waits for his owner and finds a new home after a Houston rescue.
Dog trainer names three breeds he says rarely make good pets
Dog trainer Garret Wing names three large breeds he advises against owning: Tibetan Mastiff, Great Dane, and Cane Corso, citing size and temperament issues.
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New Study Suggests 'Duelling Dinosaurs' Fossil Belongs to Separate Tyrannosaur Species
New analysis of 'duelling dinosaurs' fossil suggests Nanotyrannus lancensis is a distinct species, not a juvenile T. rex, challenging long-held assumptions.
Trailfinders Upset Gloucester, Saracens Win to Set Up Final
Ealing Trailfinders shock three-time champions Gloucester-Hartpury 29-26 to reach the PWR final. Saracens edge Exeter 40-38 in a dramatic semi-final. The final on 28 June promises excitement.
Under-16s Social Media Ban: How It Works
Keir Starmer announces a tough social media ban for under-16s, targeting TikTok, Instagram, X, Snapchat, YouTube, and Facebook. Plus, the Makerfield byelection looms.
Extinction Rebellion Plans Protests in City of London Over Climate Finance
Extinction Rebellion protests in the City of London starting 23 August target financial sector's role in climate crisis, with thousands expected.
Wild Chimpanzees Documented Waging 'Civil War' with Coordinated Attacks in Uganda
Researchers document first observed 'civil war' among wild chimpanzees in Uganda, with coordinated attacks between two factions from a once-unified group.
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Christmas Island Shrew Declared Extinct, Australia’s Mammal Extinction Toll Rises to 39
The Christmas Island shrew is declared extinct, raising Australia's mammal extinction toll to 39, the highest of any country.
Triassic Crocodile Species Named After Welsh Teacher
New Triassic crocodile species Galahadosuchus jonesi named after Welsh teacher David Rhys Jones, discovered near Gloucester.
Dulux Dogs at Risk of Disappearing Forever
Old English Sheepdogs, the iconic Dulux Dogs, face extinction risk as registrations hit a 60-year low. The breed is now classified as vulnerable.
Bermuda snail once thought extinct now thriving after decade-long conservation effort
Greater Bermuda snail, once thought extinct, now thriving after conservationists bred and released over 100,000 individuals, with Chester Zoo playing a key role.
Zoo Removes Monkeys After Bullying Claims Over Baby Punch
Baby monkey Punch, rejected by mother and bullied, removed from enclosure at Japanese zoo after viral videos.
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Jodie Marsh Wins Primate Licence For Essex Animal Sanctuary
Jodie Marsh wins licence to keep 12 marmosets at her Essex sanctuary after legal battle, says she is 'over the moon'.
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