Queen guitarist Brian May doubles down on his refusal for the band to ever headline Glastonbury, citing founder Michael Eavis's stance on the badger cull. Read the full story on the political feud keeping rock legends off the Pyramid Stage.
A massive blaze tore through the Guryong shantytown in Seoul's affluent Gangnam district, forcing over 250 evacuations. Read the full report on the fire-prone settlement.
A heartbroken mother shares her story 10 years after her 15-year-old daughter Caitlin drowned at Cullercoats Bay. She urges parents to be honest about water dangers.
A UK binman reveals why recycling may be left behind. Learn the correct way to handle greasy pizza boxes and avoid contaminating your entire bin.
Explore this week's stunning global wildlife images, from Japanese monkeys in hot springs to a hopeful kākāpō breeding season and a camouflaged owl. Witness conservation wins and climate challenges.
A father recalls his terrifying paralysis after a blue-ringed octopus bite at an Australian beach. Discover how he survived one of the ocean's most lethal creatures.
The tragic 1987 death of Ginger Meadows, a US model killed by a saltwater crocodile in Australia's Northern Territory after ignoring warnings. Read the full story.
A remarkable spectacle unfolds in a Hampshire shopping centre as hundreds of pied wagtails gather for a vital winter roost. Discover the survival strategy behind this urban phenomenon.
New research extends the dinosaur's growth phase by 15 years. Discover how advanced algorithms rewrote the timeline of the Cretaceous king. Read the full story.
Meet the aviculturists who wear elaborate crane costumes to raise endangered chicks, preventing human imprinting. Discover the tiring yet vital work behind saving species like the whooping crane.
From Beijing's Bird's Nest to Shenzhen skyscrapers, China is reviving ancient water collection techniques to combat drought and floods. Discover how 'sponge cities' are reshaping urban design.
For the first time in years, endangered lynx kittens have been captured on camera in Minnesota's Voyageurs National Park, signalling a potential population resurgence. Read the full story.
Furious residents in Kent and Sussex are cancelling direct debits to South East Water after a sixth consecutive day without water. Regulator Ofwat launches investigation as over 30,000 properties were affected.
Victoria faces historic bushfire catastrophe in January 2026, with 400,000 hectares burned, one life lost, and thousands of buildings destroyed. Authorities warn the fire season is far from over.
New rules requiring four bins for household waste in England are costing councils millions, with one facing a £21m bill. Critics warn of pavement hazards and postcode delays.
US regulator finds Elon Musk's AI firm illegally operated methane gas turbines in Tennessee, a victory for Memphis activists fighting pollution. Discover the full story.
Sir Brian May reveals Queen will never perform at Glastonbury due to political differences with the Eavis family over the badger cull. The rock legend cites animal rights as the key issue.
A man known as Dave has sparked debate by training crows to dive-bomb people wearing red MAGA caps. Discover the story behind this seven-month avian protest.
The Guardian corrects figures on Oxfam's $44tn climate breakdown cost and clarifies Sean Penn's Golden Globes nomination. Read the latest clarifications and how to submit a complaint.
A Kent couple's doorbell camera captured a delivery man placing then removing emergency water supplies. Thousands remain without water after Storm Goretti. Read the full investigation.
Groundbreaking research from France shows horses can sense human emotions via chemical signals in sweat, reacting strongly to fear. Discover how this survival skill connects us.
New research warns that chronic low-level pesticide pollution accelerates biological ageing in fish, threatening population stability. The findings challenge current chemical safety standards.
Jason Watkins joins David Thewlis in Channel 4's factual drama Dirty Business, investigating a UK water pollution scandal. Discover the cast and story behind this urgent new series.
Scientists unveil the most detailed map of Antarctica's buried landscape, revealing mountains and canyons. The findings are crucial for predicting future sea level rise. Read the full story.
Residents of West Haven, Connecticut, demand answers as a constant, low-frequency hum disrupts sleep and mental health for over a year. Officials approve $16,000 for an acoustic investigation.
US Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins faces ridicule after suggesting a $3 meal of chicken, broccoli and a tortilla meets dietary guidelines. Democrats call the remarks 'out of touch'.
Archaeologists uncover 1,800-year-old mummified cheetah remains in a Saudi Arabian cave. The find could aid conservation efforts for the endangered big cat. Read the full story.
A Highland aluminium smelter's green claims are under fire. Its power source, the Spey dam, obstructs migratory fish and abstracts 66% of the river's water, endangering iconic Scottish salmon.
Scientists discover seven mummified cheetahs and 54 skeletons in Saudi Arabian caves, offering genetic clues to populations extinct on the Arabian Peninsula for decades. Read the full story.
Scientists discover 1,800-year-old mummified cheetahs in Saudi caves, shedding light on extinct populations and aiding future conservation efforts. Read the full story.