Heavily armed Somali pirates have stormed a commercial tanker off the coast of Somalia, firing machine guns and grenades in the first major hijacking attempt in years, raising alarm about resurgent maritime security threats.
Heavily armed Somali pirates have launched a dramatic attack on a commercial tanker off the coast of Somalia, firing machine guns and grenades in a dangerous escalation of maritime security threats.
Furious locals in affluent Highgate are taking legal action to stop a massive 15-storey development they claim will destroy their neighbourhood's character and create a 'monstrous' landmark.
A New Zealand wildlife park faces difficult choice as two elderly lions are humanely euthanised due to severe age-related health complications.
Groundbreaking underwater footage reveals the astonishing moment a humpback whale demonstrates sophisticated problem-solving skills to dislodge stubborn remora fish in a never-before-seen marine behaviour.
Donald Trump's controversial pick to oversee America's public lands faces intense scrutiny as environmental groups warn of 'fox guarding henhouse' scenario.
Britain withdraws from flagship £1.2bn tropical forest conservation initiative, raising concerns about global climate leadership and Amazon deforestation.
New research reveals the Great Barrier Reef is facing its most severe coral bleaching event on record, with global heating pushing this natural wonder toward irreversible decline.
Groundbreaking research reveals how solar farms across Britain are creating vital sanctuaries for struggling bumblebee populations, offering new hope for pollinator conservation.
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.
Tragedy strikes as peregrine falcon chicks nesting at a historic cathedral are discovered poisoned, sparking a police investigation and conservation outrage.
Hundreds of thousands of invasive frogs are devastating the unique ecosystem of the Galapagos Islands, threatening native species in an unprecedented environmental crisis.
A controversial 10-storey housing development could transform the character of Crystal Palace's beloved village atmosphere, sparking fierce opposition from local residents and conservationists.
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.
Kabi Kabi First Nations people challenge Australia Zoo over custody of iconic crocodile, citing cultural significance and ancestral connections to the animal's original habitat.
A poignant rediscovery of a 1950 nature diary reveals alarming insights about the dramatic decline of dragonfly populations around Hampstead Heath's ponds, serving as a stark warning about biodiversity loss.
Extraordinary footage captures an elusive snow-white Iberian lynx roaming Spain's countryside, signalling hope for one of Europe's most endangered feline species.
Discover how Beth Pratt's groundbreaking work is transforming wildlife conservation in Yosemite through innovative corridors and community engagement.
A terrifying near-death experience turns into a remarkable story of human kindness as an anonymous surfer becomes an unlikely hero on a Cornish beach.
The iconic penguin tours at St Kilda Pier are making a triumphant return with an exciting new viewing platform, offering better wildlife encounters while protecting the precious colony.
Shocking new research shows the UK has one of the weakest relationships with nature globally, while Nepal tops the chart for nature connection. Discover why urban living and modern lifestyles are creating a nature deficit nation.
A remarkable conservation project on a Northumberland river is helping Atlantic salmon overcome man-made obstacles, offering hope for this endangered species.
In a dramatic conservation mission, two specialist horticulturists abseiled down a cliff face to rescue vital seed specimens from one of Britain's rarest trees facing extinction.
In a controversial move, the US Senate has overturned protections for the northern spotted owl, sparking outrage among conservationists and raising concerns about the future of the threatened species.
Groundbreaking conservation experiment sees scientists bolting together dead trees to create artificial wildlife habitats, revolutionising woodland management across the UK.
Discover how Australia's remarkable flying foxes are adapting to city life and learn simple ways you can help protect these essential nocturnal pollinators in your own neighbourhood.
Marine scientists discover artificial reefs created from historic shipwrecks are dramatically boosting fish populations and biodiversity around Britain's coastline in groundbreaking conservation effort.
Islington's ponds are experiencing an alarming shortage of frogspawn this spring, raising concerns about urban wildlife decline and prompting local conservation action.