JCB used in dramatic seal rescue on Orkney island
A stranded seal pup was dramatically rescued from rocks at a Westray ferry terminal using a JCB. Read how teamwork between marine medics and a salmon firm saved the day.
A stranded seal pup was dramatically rescued from rocks at a Westray ferry terminal using a JCB. Read how teamwork between marine medics and a salmon firm saved the day.
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.
Lerwick in Shetland is named Scotland's cleanest place, boasting pristine beaches and rich wildlife. Yet, the remote archipelago grapples with the impact of thousands of tourists from cruise ships.
A baby fur seal surprised patrons at a Richmond pub in a classic 'silly season' event. Discover how staff safely contained the visitor until conservation rangers arrived.
Respected US Admiral Frank 'Mitch' Bradley will address Congress over a deadly 'double tap' strike on a suspected drug boat. Explore the details and mounting political pressure.
A curious baby seal waddled into a busy craft beer bar in New Zealand. Patrons and staff helped guide it to safety before rangers released it. Discover the heartwarming story.
The incredible true story of a secret beach bunker in Wales that led to an international drug smuggling bust. A new BBC documentary reveals how locals helped foil the plot. Watch Cannabis Cove: Operation Seal Bay tonight.
A lost baby fur seal caused pandemonium after wandering into a Richmond craft beer bar. Staff used salmon to lure it out before conservation rangers arrived. Read the full story.
The Trump administration is reportedly blaming a decorated Navy SEAL commander for a controversial 'double-tap' missile strike in the Caribbean. Read the full report on the alleged war crime.
The Trump administration faces claims it is blaming a decorated admiral for a controversial missile strike to protect War Secretary Pete Hegseth. Congressional probes loom.
The new BYD Seal 6 DM-i plug-in hybrid offers a staggering 935-mile range, premium quality, and a practical, dog-friendly estate. Discover why it's a brilliant family car.
The baffling 1994 Orkney murder of Shamsuddin Mahmood. A schoolboy suspect, missing weapon and divided community. Discover the twists in this cold case.
A new BBC series investigates the 1994 Orkney murder, the first in 25 years, featuring new evidence and a schoolboy suspect. Stream on BBC iPlayer.
The Met Office has issued a yellow wind warning for Orkney, Shetland, and parts of the Highlands. Gusts of up to 75mph may cause travel chaos and coastal dangers from Thursday evening. Stay informed and prepare for disruption.
A new documentary examines the shocking 1994 Orkney murder that stunned Britain. Discover the untold story behind this cold case investigation.
Saoirse Ronan stars in 'The Outrun,' a stunning film about recovery. Based on a true memoir, it leaves Netflix on 27 November. Stream this must-watch drama now.
A vulnerable grey seal pup in Hayle, Cornwall navigates its first weeks alone after maternal separation. Witness nature's harsh realities as this young mammal prepares for its inaugural swim amidst rising tides.
A new BBC documentary reveals audio of Michael Ross, the Black Watch soldier convicted of the 1994 Orkney murder of Shamsuddin Mahmood. He maintains his innocence. Stream it now on BBC iPlayer.
Scientists are testing AI-powered underwater speakers on the River Dee to scare seals away from vulnerable wild salmon populations. A £160,000 project aims to reverse the species' decline.
A BASE jumper was dramatically rescued after being pinned to a Utah cliff face by a parachute. Watch the perilous helicopter hoist operation that saved their life.
Dramatic overnight rescue in Manchester as firefighters save a man from the River Medlock. Emergency services praised for swift response. Read the full story.
Incredible footage shows a harbour seal cheating death by jumping onto a boat to escape a pod of hunting killer whales in Washington's Salish Sea. Watch the dramatic rescue.
Incredible footage shows a terrified seal leaping onto a boat to escape pursuing killer whales. Watch the dramatic marine survival story unfold.
A seal dramatically evaded a pod of hunting killer whales by leaping onto a photographer's boat in the Salish Sea. Watch the incredible survival story unfold.
The world's longest-running grey seal population study on the Farne Islands is now using drone technology, revealing a dramatic increase from 500 to 3,624 pups since 1952. Discover how this conservation effort tracks climate change impacts.
The world's longest-running grey seal population study continues on the Farne Islands, revealing a pup boom from 500 to 3,624. Discover how drone tech aids conservation.
The world's longest-running grey seal population study continues on the Farne Islands. Discover how drone technology is revolutionising this vital conservation effort.
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy turns rescuer during dangerous Bering Sea mission, helping save four fishermen from treacherous waters near Bethel in extraordinary emergency operation.
Exclusive: Navy SEAL veteran Marcus Capone reveals how psychedelic therapy transformed his life after service, sparking a revolutionary movement that's caught Governor Gavin Newsom's attention.
The tranquil Orkney Islands face unprecedented pressure as anti-social tourists from massive cruise ships overwhelm local infrastructure, with reports of defecation at ancient sites and roads clogged with tour buses.