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Habitat Destruction for Threatened Species Soars in 2025
A new report reveals a shocking 57,000 hectares of threatened species habitat was approved for clearing in 2025, a 15-year high. The northern quoll is among the worst affected. Read the full analysis.
Biologist's Frog Saunas and Gene Plans Fight Deadly Fungus
Biologist Anthony Waddle's innovative frog saunas combat a deadly chytrid fungus. Now, he's pioneering gene replacement to save hundreds of amphibian species from extinction. Discover the future of conservation.
Rubber snakes deter invasive parakeets from London bird tables
A London resident found a clever, non-lethal solution to stop ring-necked parakeets raiding his feeders. Discover the debate on this invasive species and a historical recipe suggestion.
Wildlife Roundup: Gorilla Twins, Bats & a Psychedelic Spider
This week's global wildlife highlights include rare mountain gorilla twins in Congo, a rescued UK bat named Benedict Cumberbat, and a stunning Indian rainbow tarantula. Explore the captivating images and stories.
New 2025 species: zombie fungus, blood orchid, UK snowdrop
Scientists name 125 new plants and fungi, including a spider-eating zombie fungus and a fly-arousing orchid. Discover why naming new species is a race against extinction.
Monarch butterflies face near extinction in California
Pacific Grove, known as Butterfly Town USA, sees monarch numbers crash. Citizen scientists and experts battle pesticides and habitat loss to save this iconic species from vanishing.
Europe's Invasive Species Crisis in Pictures
Photojournalist Erik Irmer documents the spread of invasive alien species across Europe, from parakeets in London to nutria in Germany. See the ecological impact.
Man's Wegovy weight loss leads to 'Ozempic penis' boost
A 55-year-old man lost 20% body weight on Wegovy, reporting a surprising side effect: enhanced size and sexual performance dubbed 'Ozempic penis'. Read his full story.
UK parakeet population boom sparks wildlife concerns
The UK's ring-necked parakeet population has exploded, raising fears for native birds and bats. Scientists call for urgent research as control measures are debated.
Ozempic 'Poster Girl' Reveals Key Weight Loss Mistake
Aisling McCarthy, dubbed her doctor's 'Ozempic poster girl', shares her transformative journey from chronic pain to health, and the crucial step most overlook when stopping the medication.
M&S new food range for weight loss medication users
Marks & Spencer unveils a new 'Nutrient Dense' food range designed for people using weight loss jabs like Ozempic. The 20-item collection aims to combat nutrient deficiencies. Discover the products and rival supermarket plans.
Inside China's Extreme 'Fat Prison' Weight Loss Camps
An investigation into China's controversial military-style 'fat prisons', where intense workouts and strict regimes promise rapid weight loss but raise serious safety concerns. Discover the stories behind the trend.
M&S launches new food range for weight-loss jab users
Marks & Spencer launches a new 'nutrient dense' food range on 5 January, targeting customers using appetite-suppressing GLP-1 medications like Wegovy. Discover the retail shift.
MHRA Warning: Don't Buy Weight-Loss Drugs From Social Media
The UK's medicines regulator has seized £250,000 of unlicensed weight-loss drugs in a Northampton raid. Experts warn against buying jabs from social media due to serious health risks from counterfeits.
2025's Extreme Weather Pushes UK Nature to Its Limits
The National Trust's annual audit reveals how heat, drought, and wildfires have severely damaged UK habitats and wildlife in 2025, with experts warning these are alarm signals we cannot ignore.
Scarlett Moffatt opens up about late miscarriage heartbreak
TV star Scarlett Moffatt shares her devastating experience of a late miscarriage after welcoming son Jude. The Strictly winner discusses the 'soul-destroying' loss and her decision to stop trying for more children. Read her emotional story.
Why You Might Go Temporarily Deaf After an Orgasm
Some people experience temporary hearing loss after climax, known as transient tinnitus. Medical experts explain the causes, duration, and when it might be a concern.
Could Humans Really Live on Mars in 50 Years?
Elon Musk envisions Martian holidays, but scientists warn of toxic dust, fragile bones, and a 10-month journey. Discover if a self-sustaining Mars colony is science or fiction.
UK deploys weevils and fungi to fight invasive species
UK scientists are releasing biological agents like South American weevils to combat invasive plants such as floating pennywort and Japanese knotweed, aiming to protect native wildlife.
Rare Florida Squirrels Released After Wildlife Hospital Bond
Two rare Big Cypress fox squirrels, a threatened species, have been successfully released back into the wild in Florida after bonding during rehabilitation. Discover their heartwarming story of recovery.
Havaianas Boycott Wipes £20m Off Value After Ad Row
Brazil's far-right supporters launch a boycott of iconic flip-flop brand Havaianas over a TV advert, erasing £20m in market value. Discover the political fallout and parallels to US culture wars.
Stockton's Wood's secret WWII role as bomber hideout
Explore the hidden history of Stockton's Wood in Merseyside, where WWII aircraft were concealed. Discover its transformation from a wartime hideout to a vital deadwood habitat today.
US Approves First Daily Obesity Pill: Wegovy Oral
US regulators approve first daily oral weight-loss drug, Wegovy pill, expanding treatment options. Novo Nordisk gains edge in obesity market race. Read the full story.
Supermarket's first ready meals for weight loss jab users
Morrisons unveils 53-item 'Applied Nutrition' range, including 'Small & Balanced' meals designed for people on GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic. Launching January 2026 from £3.75. Read the full details.
London boy with rare eye condition backs sight loss appeal
Avi Krishnan, 13, from Pinner, lives with achromatopsia and sees in shades of grey. He and his family are championing Fight for Sight's Christmas appeal for vital research funding.
Miracle chick born to rare takahē thought infertile
A 'miracle' takahē chick has hatched at Zealandia sanctuary to parents thought infertile, boosting the population of the rare New Zealand bird. Discover the heartwarming conservation story.
7 Mistakes to Avoid When Stopping Weight Loss Jabs
Experts reveal the key pitfalls that cause weight regain after stopping GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy, and how to maintain your results long-term.
Coronation Street star's 'empty' Christmas after family losses
Coronation Street actor James Cartwright opens up about grieving his grandad and two dogs this Christmas, and reveals his family's new festive plans. Read his heartfelt interview.
Australia's first large-scale snail translocation saves species
Australian scientists have completed a landmark snail translocation, flying hundreds of Campbell’s keeled glass-snails to Norfolk Island to rescue the species from extinction. Discover the story of this incredible conservation effort.
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