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Greece's rare monk seals threatened by tourism surge

Greece's population of 500 rare Mediterranean monk seals, half the world's total, faces a growing peril from unregulated marine tourism. New protected areas offer hope, but enforcement is key to their survival.

Generation Flake: Self-Care Turns to Selfishness

Discover why 68% of young Brits now cancel plans last-minute, creating a friendship epidemic. Explore the cost of living, burnout and mental health factors driving this social shift.

West Midlands tops UK childhood obesity chart

New NHS data exposes a growing health crisis as West Midlands records highest childhood obesity rates in England, with nearly 1 in 3 Year 6 children clinically obese.

Orcas Master Great White Shark Hunting Techniques

Marine scientists document unprecedented orca attacks on great white sharks off South African coast, revealing sophisticated hunting techniques that are reshaping the ocean's ecosystem.

Giant 20ft Shark Washes Ashore Near Inverness

A massive 20-foot basking shark has been discovered washed up on a Scottish beach, sparking scientific investigation and public fascination. The rare find offers researchers a unique opportunity to study these gentle giants of the deep.

Giant Barrel Jellyfish Swarm UK Beaches

Massive barrel jellyfish, some reaching the size of dustbin lids, are washing up on British beaches in record numbers. Marine experts explain this unusual phenomenon and what it means for UK waters.

Drone footage reveals orcas hunting great white shark

Exclusive aerial footage captures the dramatic moment a pod of killer whales strategically hunts and kills a young great white shark off South Africa's coast, revealing unprecedented hunting behaviour.

Deadly Portuguese Man O'War Alert On UK Beaches

Beachgoers across South West England issued urgent warning after multiple sightings of highly dangerous Portuguese man o'war creatures with venomous tentacles capable of causing excruciating pain and serious medical complications.

Southampton Boat Show faces brutal budget uncertainty

The prestigious Southampton International Boat Show faces unprecedented challenges as government budget delays create a 'brutal' atmosphere, leaving marine businesses feeling 'very attacked' and threatening the future of this cornerstone UK marine event.

Shipwrecks Become Fish Sanctuaries in UK Waters

Marine scientists discover artificial reefs created by centuries-old shipwrecks are boosting fish populations around Britain's coast, offering new hope for sustainable fisheries.

NHS forced to choose: Obesity crisis vs routine care

Exclusive analysis reveals how Britain's growing obesity epidemic is pushing the NHS toward an impossible choice between routine care and weight-related treatments as waiting lists hit record highs.

Opioid Overdoses Creating Brain Injury Epidemic

Exclusive investigation reveals the silent crisis of brain injuries emerging from the opioid epidemic, with survivors facing lifelong neurological challenges and inadequate support systems across the UK.

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