Unlimited fines for dog attacks on livestock become law
Parliament passes new law removing £1,000 fine cap for livestock worrying in England and Wales. Llamas and alpacas now protected. Find out what it means for dog owners.
Category : Environment
California Enacts Sweeping Ban on Harmful Rodenticides
California introduces landmark restrictions on second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides to safeguard wildlife, pets, and children. Learn about the new rules and their impact.
Nature Recovery Plan Clause Sparks Debate in England
A crucial clause in England's new Nature Recovery Plan has ignited debate. Critics argue it could undermine conservation goals. Discover the details and potential impacts.
Unlimited fines for dog attacks on livestock
Dog owners in England and Wales now face unlimited fines if their pets worry livestock, including newly protected llamas and alpacas. Read the full details of the new Bill.
Trench Composting: An Ancient, Effortless Garden Method
Discover trench composting, an ancient gardening technique requiring minimal effort to enrich soil and reduce waste. Learn how to implement this simple, sustainable practice in your own garden today.
Peace lily mistake causes wilting or death in winter
A gardening expert warns UK plant owners about the common winter care error that makes peace lilies wilt or die. Learn how to protect your popular houseplant.
Geese Attack Leaves Texas Woman with Broken Pelvis
A 72-year-old Texas woman faces a long recovery after a brutal attack by geese left her with a broken pelvis and internal bleeding. Experts warn of the birds' defensive nature.
Harrods turkey supplier suspended over welfare breaches
A luxury turkey farm supplying Harrods has been suspended after activists filmed staff mistreating birds and urinating in pens. The farm is now under investigation.
Deep-sea mining cuts seafloor animals by 37%
A major five-year study finds deep-sea mining exploration reduced seafloor invertebrates by 37%. Discover the impacts on biodiversity and the crucial data for global policy decisions.
Mountain lion forces two US schools into lockdown
Two schools in Duluth, Minnesota, were placed on secure lockdown after a roaming mountain lion was sighted nearby. Authorities confirm the animal has moved on. Read the full story.
60,000 African Penguins Starve in South Africa
A catastrophic sardine collapse, driven by climate crisis and overfishing, has caused mass starvation of critically endangered African penguins. Urgent conservation action is needed.
Seismic Waves Boost Soil Health and Crop Yields
Groundbreaking 'soilsmology' research shows low-frequency sound waves can revitalise soil, increasing yields by up to 30%. Discover how this eco-friendly tech could transform UK farming.
Seismic Waves to Map Soil Health in Farming Breakthrough
A revolutionary 'soilsmology' project, born from an Oxford pub conversation, uses seismic technology to map soil health. This could boost yields, cut pollution, and take the guesswork out of farming for UK growers.
Green Shoots Return to Rothiemurchus Ancient Forest
A walk through the historic Rothiemurchus woodland reveals a hopeful resurgence of pine saplings, a testament to modern conservation efforts. Discover the recovery story.
Vet's urgent winter hydration warning for dog owners
Vets urge dog owners to boost pet hydration this winter as 'dog dehydration' searches spike 144%. Learn key tips for wet food, water bowls and winter dangers.
Dog rescued from rip current after hour-long sea search
A dog named Sadie was miraculously rescued after being swept out to sea by a rip current in San Diego. Read the incredible story of survival and reunion.
Lost Baby Seal Waddles into New Zealand Craft Beer Bar
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.
Trump Sends More Water to California Farms, Angers Officials
The Trump administration will increase water supplies to California's Central Valley farms from Friday, fulfilling a January order. State officials and environmental groups warn of severe ecological and economic consequences. Read the full analysis.
Dog abandoned in street in heartbreaking viral video
Shocking footage shows a woman abandoning her loyal Golden Doodle in a Florida neighbourhood. The dog was later rescued, groomed, and renamed Leo by a kind-hearted pastor.
Red Squirrel Highlands Range Grows 25% After Reintroduction
A rewilding project has boosted the red squirrel's range in the Scottish Highlands by over 25%. Discover how 259 squirrels were relocated this year and the plans for further conservation.
Young People Cautious Over Wolf and Lynx Reintroduction
New research from Northern Ireland shows most young people are cautious or opposed to reintroducing wolves and lynx to the UK and Ireland. Discover the key findings and what it means for conservation policy.
Red squirrels expand across Highlands after rewilding
A ten-year reintroduction drive has seen red squirrel range in the Scottish Highlands grow by over 25%, bolstering the UK's stronghold for this native species. Discover the conservation success story.
Brown Pelican 'Feeding Frenzy' Offers Hope for Species
A spectacular 'feeding frenzy' of brown pelicans off California's coast is an encouraging sign for the threatened seabirds, despite ongoing challenges from warming seas and toxic algae.
Activist jailed for stealing chickens from poultry farm
Zoe Rosenberg, 23, was sentenced to 90 days for taking four birds from a Perdue plant. She argued it was a rescue, but a jury convicted her of felony conspiracy.
Animal activist gets 90-day jail term for Perdue Farms rescue
Zoe Rosenberg, 23, sentenced for taking four chickens from a Perdue poultry plant. She argued it was a rescue, but a jury convicted her of felony conspiracy. Read the full story.
Dog Reunited After 5 Years, 2000-Mile Journey
A dachshund mix missing since 2021 is miraculously reunited with his California family after being found in Detroit, highlighting the vital importance of microchipping pets.
14-Foot Alligator Blocks Florida Road, Prompting Rescue
A massive 14-foot alligator weighing 600 pounds was captured after blocking a Florida road. See the dramatic footage of the rescue and learn where the reptile was safely released.
Wild Dog Pups Die in Zimbabwe After US Aid Cuts
Six African wild dog pups were killed in a road collision in Zimbabwe after a USAID-funded fence was left incomplete due to aid cuts. This preventable tragedy highlights the impact of reduced international funding on conservation.
Paul Brown's final climate warning from hospital bed
Former Guardian environment correspondent Paul Brown issues a powerful final warning on the climate crisis from his hospital bed, as experts echo calls for urgent political action. Read the full story.
Australian Eco Village Bans Pets to Protect Wildlife
Currumbin Ecovillage marks 20 years as a sustainable community where residents forgo cats and dogs to create a sanctuary for native Australian wildlife. Discover this 'solarpunk' vision in action.
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