A Victorian fisherman captured footage of a rare pink platypus, nicknamed Pinky. Experts confirm it's unusual but not a genetic anomaly. Discover the story and the conservation status of this iconic species.
The UK government will outlaw boiling lobsters alive, part of a major Labour animal welfare plan including hen cage bans and ending puppy farms. Discover the new humane requirements.
The government unveils a sweeping ban on puppy farming and trail hunting. Critics accuse Labour of ignoring rural Britain, while animal charities welcome the reforms.
The UK government announces a historic ban on battery cages for hens and farrowing crates for pigs in England by 2027, marking a major victory for animal welfare campaigners.
Residents of the New Forest are unnerved by a man repeatedly leaving animal remains near churches. Police are investigating the disturbing incidents.
Sweeping animal welfare reforms will outlaw puppy farming, snaring and trail hunting. New laws to phase out colony cages and farrowing crates by 2030. Read the full details.
Compelling new scientific evidence reveals crustaceans are sentient, experiencing fear and pain. As millions are consumed in Australia, experts call for urgent welfare reforms and ethical consumer choices.
Labour MPs face being barred from local pubs in a growing protest over business rates. The 'No Labour MPs' campaign highlights a major headache for Keir Starmer's government. Read the full story.
A three-year-old cat was rescued after being listed for sale for just £30 on the second-hand clothes site Vinted. The charity founder who bought him says the low price shows 'no value on his life'.
The US military will cease shooting live pigs and goats for battlefield medic training, replacing it with advanced simulators. Discover the details of this policy shift championed by animal rights advocates.
Andrew Shephard, 58, has pleaded guilty to animal cruelty after drunkenly throwing three kittens into the River Thames from Twickenham Bridge. One kitten was saved.
Online Safety Minister vows action as MPs link animal abuse videos to serious crimes against humans, citing a disturbing North London kitten killing case.
When a pigeon fell from the sky, Jack Chadwick discovered Manchester's 3,000-strong underground pigeon rehab group, changing his view of his hometown forever. Read the heartwarming story.
Common household rodenticides are killing native birds and animals through secondary poisoning. A major review calls for stricter controls as advocates push for a ban. Learn the risks and safer alternatives.
Meet Panya, the adorable pygmy hippo calf captivating the internet from Duisburg Zoo. Discover how this tiny animal's fame echoes past viral stars and the bittersweet reality of animal celebrity.
Merchandise celebrating a raccoon found drunk in an Ashland liquor store has raised over £250,000 for a Virginia animal shelter. Discover the viral story and its charitable impact.
Benjamin Lewis pleads guilty to religiously aggravated harassment after leaving dead deer and lambs outside churches in Hampshire. He has been remanded in custody ahead of sentencing.
Daniel Andreas San Diego, on the FBI's Most Wanted list for 15 years, is battling extradition from the UK over 2003 pipe bombings. His case revisits the 'green scare' era of US extremism.
Unite, Labour's largest union backer, is reportedly considering a formal split from the party, marking a historic fracture and posing a severe challenge to Keir Starmer's leadership. Read the full story.
An activist on trial for burglary tells Cambridge Crown Court he broke into a breeding facility to save beagles from 'disgusting' conditions and painful testing. Read the full court testimony.
The Labour government unveils its child poverty strategy, targeting 550,000 children by 2030 with expanded childcare, free school meals, and support for vulnerable families. Read the full details.
From a deer eating homework in China to a 75-year-old albatross raising chicks, explore this week's most captivating global wildlife stories and stunning photographs.
Labour's new strategy tackles child poverty by lifting the two-child benefit cap and funding early years support. Discover the impact on families and the political shift.
A California student has been sentenced to 90 days in jail and ordered to pay over $100,000 after breaking into a poultry farm to 'rescue' four chickens. Read the full story.
A liquor store in Ashland, Virginia, had an unusual intruder: a raccoon found sleeping off a bender after smashing whisky bottles. Read the full story of its wild night and release.
Claude, the iconic albino alligator and mascot of the California Academy of Sciences, has died aged 30. The reptile brought joy to millions and will be deeply missed.
A survivor reveals how specialist animal fostering schemes were the key to escaping domestic violence with her family. Discover the charities that save both pets and people.
Leading UK scientists explain why animal testing remains crucial for medical breakthroughs and why alternatives face significant biological complexities. Read their expert analysis.
Jakarta bans dog meat trade to combat rabies, sparking debate between animal rights groups and traditional consumers who fear it will drive the practice underground.
The rise of exotic animal cafes across Asia is driving illegal wildlife trafficking and threatening endangered species. Experts warn of conservation crisis.