Japan's invasive cane toads grow larger, challenging evolutionary theories
Invasive cane toads in Japan are growing larger and evolving faster than expected, challenging long-held theories about the pace of evolution.
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Three Firefighters Killed in Utah-Colorado Wildfires
Three firefighters were killed and two injured while responding to the Knowles and Gore fires along the Utah-Colorado border, the US Wildland Fire Service announced on Sunday.
Venezuela Earthquakes Kill Footballers' Families
Venezuela's twin earthquakes kill at least 1,450, including footballer Lucas Trejo's wife and children, and Hector Bello's partner who died saving their daughter.
Clarkson's Farm TB Status After Heartbreaking Season 5
Jeremy Clarkson's Diddly Squat Farm is now TB-free after a devastating scare in Season 5, but the cow was wrongly slaughtered as a post-mortem showed no TB.
Baby Sauropods Were Prime Prey for Jurassic Predators, Study Finds
Study shows baby sauropods were common prey for Jurassic predators in Colorado ecosystem, based on fossil evidence from Dry Mesa Quarry.
Global Rescue Effort After Venezuela Earthquakes Kills 164
Twin earthquakes of magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela on 24 June, killing at least 164 people and injuring nearly 1,000, prompting international rescue aid from the US, Cuba, Iran, and others.
Scientists fear this ‘cute’ and ‘chonky’ flying fox could be one cyclone away from extinction
Christmas Island flying fox critically endangered, no recovery plan, population decline, cyclone threat.
Colombia to Cull Up to 80 Hippos Descended from Pablo Escobar's Herd
Colombia authorises culling up to 80 hippos descended from Pablo Escobar's zoo due to environmental threats.
Family and Indigenous Group Oppose Dingo Cull on K'gari
Queensland to euthanise dingo pack after tourist death; Indigenous owners and conservationists oppose cull, citing lack of consultation and ecological harm.
Barnacle Geese Thrive in Norfolk, Defying Siberian Origins
Barnacle geese, originally from Siberia, are thriving in Norfolk, with a flock of 700 spotted at Holkham Park. Ringed in 2021, they now winter in Southwold.
RSPCA rescues 250 dogs, denies AI image claims
RSPCA rescues 250 dogs from one property, denies AI image claims, cites rise in multi-animal incidents.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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