Housing Secretary Steve Reed instructs Labour MPs to reject a Lords amendment protecting British wildlife from new planning rules. Critics warn of 'cash to trash' ecological damage. Vote set for Thursday.
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Witness the dramatic seabird feeding frenzy at Tyrella Beach, County Down, where gannets, gulls and cormorants hunt fish in a spectacular natural display of survival.
Abbie Martin's first-hand account of Brazil's catastrophic Pantanal wildfires reveals how climate change is devastating the world's largest wetland and its jaguar population. Discover the urgent need for action.
English Longhorn cattle are winter grazing on Merseyside's sand dunes, using innovative GPS technology to support native wildlife and control invasive species through conservation efforts.
A new species of bee with devil-like facial horns has been discovered in Western Australia by Dr Kit Prendergast. This groundbreaking find highlights the importance of biodiversity conservation.
A female goldcrest's vibrant lemon crown shone with intense beauty on a gloomy South Yorkshire moor, revealing fascinating science behind the colours of Britain's smallest bird.
In an extraordinary nocturnal spectacle, a hippopotamus makes its inaugural swim in India's sacred Ganges River, illuminated by traditional lights during vibrant festival celebrations.
Japan faces a wildlife emergency as bear attacks reach record levels, with authorities scrambling to understand the alarming pattern behind the rising human-wildlife conflicts.
A remarkable fungal invasion is transforming deceased ash trees into scenes from science fiction, creating otherworldly landscapes in British woodlands as nature reclaims its territory.
A New Zealand wildlife park faces difficult choice as two elderly lions are humanely euthanised due to severe age-related health complications.
The dramatic big cat sighting that sparked a major police search in East Clare has been identified as a large domestic cat after photographic evidence analysis.
The Japanese government has taken the unprecedented step of deploying soldiers to Akita prefecture following a dramatic surge in dangerous bear encounters that have left residents terrified.
Japan takes emergency measures as savage bear attacks surge across northern regions, with troops deployed to protect terrified residents from the growing wildlife threat.
In an unprecedented move, Japan's military has been mobilised to tackle a surge in fatal bear encounters across rural communities, as the nation faces its worst wildlife crisis in decades.
Groundbreaking research reveals how solar farms across Britain are creating vital sanctuaries for struggling bumblebee populations, offering new hope for pollinator conservation.
Discover how relocating just one mile away transformed a writer's perspective on familiar landscapes, revealing unexpected wildlife and seasonal changes in their new neighbourhood.
Authorities in Mississippi confirm second monkey from research facility truck escape has been killed, raising questions about animal transport safety protocols.
New Zealand's endangered native falcons are dive-bombing cyclists and hikers in Hawke's Bay, with conservationists warning the protective behaviour signals successful breeding of the vulnerable species.
A devastating lorry crash in Mississippi sparked chaos as monkeys escaped, leading to a tragic outcome with one survivor and another gunned down while fleeing the scene.
Tragedy strikes as peregrine falcon chicks nesting at a historic cathedral are discovered poisoned, sparking a police investigation and conservation outrage.
A powerful British crime series has taken Netflix by storm, leaving viewers emotionally shattered and drawing comparisons to acclaimed drama 'The Adolescence' for its raw portrayal of youth and tragedy.
The legendary broadcaster's revolutionary new series 'Planet Earth III' promises cinematic spectacle on an unprecedented scale, with early screenings drawing comparisons to prestige television dramas.
Acclaimed photographer Cristina Mittermeier unveils breathtaking collection showcasing Earth's most spectacular inhabitants in powerful new exhibition.
Exciting conservation efforts are bringing native oysters back to UK coastal waters, creating thriving marine ecosystems and reviving a lost part of Britain's natural heritage.
Hundreds of native flying foxes have been hospitalised in Queensland after a freak hailstorm pummelled the region with tennis ball-sized ice chunks, raising urgent questions about climate change impacts on wildlife.
Discover the breathtaking visual stories captured by Guardian readers worldwide, featuring ancient Indian martial arts, charming wildlife encounters, and unexpected moments of beauty in everyday life.
Discover how the BBC's ambitious new natural history series 'Kingdom' is transforming wildlife documentary-making with revolutionary filming methods that reveal animal behaviour like never before.
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