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Nearly 3000 Welsh species at risk of extinction

A stark new report reveals 2,955 species are perilously close to disappearing from Wales. Discover which iconic creatures are threatened and how simple conservation actions can help.

Two climbers dead after fall on Aoraki Mount Cook

Two climbers have died after a fall near the summit of Aoraki Mount Cook, New Zealand's highest peak. Two others were rescued uninjured. Authorities are working to recover the bodies.

Grizzly bear attack in Canada injures 11

A rare grizzly bear attack in British Columbia left 11 people injured. Three heroic teachers fought off the animal. Read the latest on the search.

2025 BirdLife Australia Photography Award Winners

Discover the stunning winners of the 2025 BirdLife Australia photography awards, from a preening brush turkey to a wise cassowary. These captivating images support vital bird conservation programmes across Australia.

Hiking Italy's Dolomites: A Magical Mountain Guide

Discover the ultimate hiking guide to Italy's Dolomites mountains. Explore breathtaking trails, rifugio stays, and practical tips for your 2025 adventure in this UNESCO World Heritage site.

Critical Incident: 40ft Oxfordshire Waste Mountain

A 40ft-high mountain of illegally dumped waste in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, has prompted a critical incident. Authorities are racing to prevent River Cherwell pollution. Read the latest on Operation Nation.

Zoo Chief Plans Major Shake-Up of UK Zoos

New World Association of Zoos and Aquariums president David Field reveals plans to close substandard UK zoos failing conservation and welfare standards. Read the exclusive interview.

40ft Waste Mountain Branded 'Appalling' by PM

A 40ft mountain of waste appeared in Oxfordshire within months. Prime Minister Keir Starmer calls it 'utterly appalling' as the Environment Agency launches a criminal probe.

British woman dies in Chile hiking tragedy

A British woman from Cornwall is among five hikers killed by extreme weather in Chile's Torres del Paine National Park. Read the full story of this devastating mountain tragedy.

Mountain Lions Could Return to North-East US

Rewilding group Mighty Earth campaigns to reintroduce mountain lions to Vermont to control deer populations and restore ecosystem balance. Could the big cats make a comeback?

Museum only accessible via eight-hour mountain hike

Discover the Frattini Bivouac, Italy's remote mountain museum accessible only by an eight-hour hike. Explore how this radical project challenges traditional art curation at 2,300 metres altitude.

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