US influencer and self-styled 'Tarzan' Mike Holston is fighting deportation from Australia after immigration officials branded his dangerous crocodile wrestling videos 'unfathomably stupid' and a threat to public safety.
Exclusive: The UK government is quietly investigating controversial solar radiation management technologies, including stratospheric aerosol injection, as a potential emergency response to climate change, the Independent can reveal.
Public Health Alert: Toxic algae bloom at Rutland Water forces immediate ban on swimming and water sports. Authorities warn of severe health risks as experts investigate the cause.
Amanda Owen, the beloved Yorkshire Shepherdess, opens up for the first time about the painful breakdown of her 21-year marriage to Clive Owen and the profound impact on their nine children and iconic Ravenseat Farm.
A pair of kayakers on Scotland's River Don captured stunning footage of an extremely rare white otter, a sighting that has both thrilled and concerned wildlife experts.
Discover the expert gardening secret to transform your rose bushes into a spectacular floral display with more flowers than ever before. Easy to follow tips for stunning results.
Candia Midworth, a former trustee of a llama charity, receives a suspended sentence after admitting to causing unnecessary suffering to animals at a Surrey farm. Shocking neglect included overgrown teeth and filthy living conditions.
Discover the astonishing vocal talents of the common UK starling, a garden bird that can perfectly mimic everything from ringtones to car alarms, and learn how to attract this feathered mimic to your own backyard.
A zookeeper at Bangkok's Safari World is fighting for his life after a brutal mauling by a lion during a routine feeding, raising urgent questions about safety protocols at the popular tourist attraction.
Greek authorities are ramping up efforts to combat a surge in illegal octopus fishing, a practice that is devastating local marine life and threatening the species' survival.
A British man questions his girlfriend's compulsive litter-picking habit, sparking a debate on civic duty, relationship boundaries, and environmental responsibility. Should she stop cleaning up after strangers?
Tragic details emerge as 100-year-old Mike Fremont, a celebrated centenarian and marathon runner, is killed in a rare shark attack off the Hawaiian coast of Maui.
In a chilling discovery from Ecuador, scientists have identified a new genus of parasitic wasp that performs a real-life horror show, hijacking a spider's body to use as a protective 'zombie puppet' for its young.
A senior zookeeper has died after being viciously mauled by a pride of lions at Bangkok's Safari World park. The tragic incident occurred during a routine cleaning procedure, raising serious questions about safety protocols.
Exclusive insight into the global battle being waged against climate catastrophe. Discover the strategies offering a lifeline for our planet's future amidst unprecedented ecological crises.
Forget the doomsday scenarios. New research reveals a future with fewer people offers a surprising opportunity for greater equality, a healthier planet, and a higher quality of life for all. Discover the positive revolution in global demographics.
A parliamentary committee has found Sydney Water provided inaccurate information about PFAS 'forever chemical' hotspots in drinking water catchments, raising serious concerns about transparency and public health safeguards.
Nature's larder is overflowing this autumn across the UK. Discover the spectacular berry and nut harvest promising a feast for thrushes, fieldfares, and other wildlife preparing for winter.
A new law requiring 'hedgehog highways' in new developments has passed the House of Lords, aiming to reverse the dramatic decline of Britain's beloved mammal.
British gardeners are being warned about a devastating new pest threat, the Box Tree Moth, which is rapidly spreading across the UK and destroying prized plants. Discover expert identification and prevention tips.
A critical alert has been issued to UK gardeners as the invasive and destructive Box Tree Moth is now active. Immediate action is required to protect gardens from this devastating pest.
Mexico City imposes drastic water rationing as a severe drought and infrastructure problems push its water system to the brink of collapse, affecting millions of residents.
Eurobodalla Shire Council on the NSW South Coast faces a fierce backlash from residents over its controversial new policy that would limit households to a maximum of two dogs or cats, with fears it could tear families apart.
Unprecedented masses of sargassum seaweed are smothering nesting beaches across the Caribbean and Florida, creating deadly obstacles for endangered sea turtles during critical hatching season.
Nepal's government has officially designated the Mount Everest region a 'risk area' due to accelerated glacial melting caused by rising global temperatures, raising alarm for climbers and local communities.
Australian scientists launch a groundbreaking wild koala vaccination programme, offering a lifeline to the species battling a debilitating chlamydia crisis that threatens its survival.
Foreign Office faces backlash as Greenpeace investigation reveals officials advised on circumventing shark fin trade regulations. Labour's Seema Malhotra demands inquiry.
Popular Cornish beaches are closed after a major sewage discharge, with surfers and swimmers warned of serious health risks. South West Water faces scrutiny over the incident.
A damning new report exposes how major fossil fuel companies are reaping enormous profits while Europe bakes in record-breaking, climate-driven heatwaves, leading to thousands of preventable deaths.
A flock of mischievous sheep were caught on camera executing a daring daytime raid on The Crown Inn in Hucknall, Nottinghamshire, sending staff into a frenzy and delighting locals.