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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.

Myanmar Junta Applauds US End to Protected Status

Myanmar's military regime welcomes Washington's decision to halt temporary protected status for 4,000 citizens, while human rights monitors warn of ongoing violence and forced conscription.

Cotswolds villages embrace strict planning rules

Residents in picturesque Cotswolds villages support Article 4 directives that control everything from front door colours to garden changes, preserving historic charm despite frustrations.

US ends deportation protection for South Sudanese

The Biden administration has officially ended Temporary Protected Status for South Sudanese nationals, putting approximately 1,000 people at risk of deportation from the United States.

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.

LA Gym Bans Trans Member From Lesbian Area

A Los Angeles fitness centre sparks controversy after excluding a transgender member from women-only spaces, igniting heated debate about LGBTQ+ rights and inclusion policies.

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.

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