This week's global wildlife highlights include UK otters using donated Christmas trees for play, a boom in British songbirds, and stunning images from Turkey to Florida. Discover the stories behind the photos.
Torrential monsoon rains trigger severe flooding across South-East Asia, causing widespread displacement and damage. Experts link the extreme weather to climate change. Read the full report.
Three pensioners in Trowell face unsellable homes after repeated flooding. Their story exposes a growing UK crisis of flood risk, property values, and insurance loopholes. Read their fight.
A New Year plant hunt reveals hundreds of species, including daisies, flowering in winter due to rising temperatures. Scientists call it a clear sign of climate disruption. Discover the data.
How 22,000 trees and nature's hidden networks transformed a Derbyshire wasteland into a vibrant wildlife haven. Discover the remarkable story of environmental recovery.
Australia's EV market is set for a major boost with 10 new models arriving in 2026, including Mazda's first electric car. Experts warn proposed taxes could stifle growth. Discover the new lineup.
Marine biologists document a 20-foot whale shark surviving with a rare spinal deformity. Discover how its filter-feeding strategy enabled its remarkable adaptation. Read the full story.
Sir David Attenborough, 99, reveals the astonishing wildlife thriving in London in a moving BBC special. From peregrine falcons to urban foxes, discover nature on your doorstep. Watch now on BBC iPlayer.
Survivalist Bear Grylls co-owns Water2's Pod 2.0 filter, removing 99.99% of microplastics. Save £20 with code VIEWER and over £140 annually versus bottled water.
Record-breaking heat and drought have destroyed 70% of Jordan's olive crop, endangering livelihoods and a centuries-old tradition. Discover the impact on families and the economy.
Indigenous communities in Chile's Atacama desert fear Rio Tinto and Codelco's lithium mining project will cause severe water scarcity, threatening fragile ecosystems and ancestral lands. Read the full story.
The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for snow and ice in London. Find out the day-by-day forecast and travel advice for the capital's cold snap.
Progressive politicians and activists are successfully linking emissions cuts to cost-of-living concerns, gaining public support as climate impacts drive up bills. Discover the new affordability agenda.
For 10 years, scientist Jeroen Hoekendijk has documented the fragile sealife of the North Sea's Frisian Islands, a stark warning of climate change. Explore the brutal beauty of this unique ecosystem.
On the Somerset Levels, innovative 'paludiculture' sees bulrush harvested for insulation, offering a sustainable future for waterlogged peat and fighting climate change. Discover the novel farming method.
Sir Tim Smit marks the Eden Project's 25th anniversary, arguing the world is in a better place and extreme politics will fade as people reconnect with nature. Discover his vision for the future.
Delhi's toxic air, a lethal cocktail of gases and particles, is India's biggest killer. Activists and doctors plead for action as government measures fail. Read the full investigation.
The decision to close Primrose Hill for London's New Year's Eve fireworks has been met with derision online. Critics mock the move as 'depressing' and anti-public, while authorities cite safety concerns.
Florida wildlife officials declare a three-week black bear hunt a success, while animal rights groups condemn the 'heartbreaking' slaughter. Get the full story on the controversial cull.
A landmark year for climate justice saw courts worldwide force governments and corporations to act. Explore the 13 key legal wins that scrapped coal plants, halted oil fields, and ended false green claims.
A new study suggests ancient karst caves on Mars, formed by water, could shelter primitive life from radiation. Scientists urge future missions to explore these underground sanctuaries for biosignatures.
From vanishing snow to dried-up trails, Guardian US readers reveal the deeply personal impacts of the climate crisis this year and their renewed commitment to protect our planet.
Residents express fury as solid hoardings fence off Primrose Hill for New Year's Eve, preventing unticketed views of London's fireworks. Royal Parks cites safety.
Discover five powerful stories of resilience from India to Colombia, where hard work and hope triumph over adversity. Read the inspiring tales that defined 2025.
Newly released 2005 cabinet papers show ministers Alexander Downer and Ian Campbell warned Australia was highly vulnerable to climate disruption. Discover the historic warnings.
Dive into the gripping third episode of the 'Missing in the Amazon' podcast. Uncover the full story of a British activist's disappearance in the rainforest. Listen now.
Amid climate chaos, grassroots movements, court victories, and new alliances are driving real change. Discover the hopeful forces challenging fossil fuel inertia and demanding a just transition.
Meet 11 cats and dogs at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home desperate for a new family in 2026. From playful pups to serene seniors, discover your perfect pet and make a life-changing resolution.
A severe Arctic freeze is set to bring snow, ice and temperatures as low as -12°C to the UK from New Year's Eve, with Met Office warnings for travel disruption. Stay informed.
Camden Council's decision to close Primrose Hill for New Year's Eve fireworks viewing has ignited anger among residents. Discover why this popular spot is off-limits and the safety concerns behind the move.