Reporter's journey to Japan's bear hotspot town
As Japan faces a record year of bear encounters, our reporter visits the hotspot town of Osaki, armed with bells and whistles for safety. Explore the growing human-wildlife conflict in Asia Pacific.
As Japan faces a record year of bear encounters, our reporter visits the hotspot town of Osaki, armed with bells and whistles for safety. Explore the growing human-wildlife conflict in Asia Pacific.
Fed up of festive family? The Scottish Wildlife Trust is hiring for a six-month ranger role on uninhabited Handa Island. Salary £26,112. Apply for solitude and seabirds.
Tired of festive family gatherings? The Scottish Wildlife Trust is hiring a ranger for six months on the uninhabited Handa Island. A unique role for those seeking solitude and wildlife.
A Japanese town reels from a year of unprecedented bear attacks as hungry animals invade urban areas. Discover the causes, the human toll, and the desperate search for a solution.
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.
Discover a beautiful winter walk starting in Wheathampstead, leading to George Bernard Shaw's former home. The route features historic pubs and stunning Hertfordshire scenery, all accessible from London in under an hour.
A unique Belfast project connects people across divides to share stories and fund tolerance. Discover how community action is confronting racism and division in Northern Ireland.
Photojournalist Doug Gimesy spent 160 days capturing the lovable side of Australia's flying foxes. His 50,000 images aim to combat vilification and drive conservation for these vital pollinators.
From urban foxes to soaring eagles, explore the defining moments of 2025 for UK wildlife. A visual journey revealing nature's resilience and the challenges it faces.
Alexander Wishart, former Harrods Bank director, has died aged 81. He and his wife founded Kelly's Trust, helping hundreds of families with sick children in Kent. Read his inspiring story.
Shocking footage captures a narrowboat falling into a huge sinkhole after a canal embankment collapsed in Shropshire. Three boats affected, 12 evacuated. No injuries reported.
A couple left homeless after a sinkhole drained the Llangollen Canal in Shropshire have been overwhelmed with offers of help from the boating community, saving their Christmas. Read how kindness triumphed over disaster.
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.
As beaver numbers soar in Switzerland, a dedicated hotline helps residents cope with flooding and felled trees, offering a model for human-wildlife coexistence. Discover how Zurich manages the chaos.
Betty Reid Soskin, who became a park ranger at 85 and retired at 100, has died aged 104. She championed stories of women of colour from WWII. Read her inspiring story.
David Walliams has been removed as an ambassador for The Children's Trust following a review. The move comes after his publisher HarperCollins dropped him over allegations of inappropriate behaviour.
A breathtaking close encounter with a grey seal in Norfolk's coastal marshes reveals the intimate details of British wildlife. Discover the magic of winter wildlife watching.
Over 200 items from the late Queen's wardrobe, including her wedding dress, will go on display in a landmark 2026 exhibition at Buckingham Palace, celebrating her centenary and fashion legacy.
Scientists confirm an extremely rare polar bear adoption in Canada's Hudson Bay, only the 13th in 45+ years of study. Discover how this act gives a vulnerable cub a second chance.
Police forces across the UK are investigating the suspicious disappearance of three rare white-tailed eagles, a major blow to the species' reintroduction. Conservationists appeal for public help.
The Trump administration argues a new White House ballroom is vital for national security, responding to a lawsuit aiming to halt the $300m project. Read the latest legal clash.
Nick Hulme, departing after 46 years in the NHS, warns the service must improve rapidly or the public will turn to 'charlatans'. He highlights warped spending and systemic inertia.
A coroner ruled a jeweller suffered a psychotic episode after stopping his medication before killing his wife of 32 years. The inquest heard of mental health service failings. Read the full report.
A woman on Interpol's most wanted list has been arrested in India for smuggling tiger body parts. Read the full story on the international crackdown.
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.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces accusations of 'lying' over OBR forecasts. Sky News podcast examines the timeline and the fraying trust between government and media.
The Victorian government announces a major public sector overhaul, aiming to cut 4,000 jobs and save $2.3bn. Find out which departments are affected and the impact on services.
The National Trust has launched a £1.5 million fundraising campaign to acquire 90 acres of land surrounding Dorset's iconic Cerne Abbas Giant chalk figure, aiming to protect it for future generations. Support the appeal now.
A new UK survey finds people from ethnic minority backgrounds face poorer migraine care and fear discrimination. The Migraine Trust calls for urgent action to address systemic inequalities.
Scotland's national football stadium is now Barclays Hampden after a multi-million-pound sponsorship agreement. The deal also includes Scottish Cup partnerships and support for girls' football. Discover the details.