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Scotland Sees 800% Rise in Marine Mammals Stranded

Global warming believed to be driving cetaceans north to cooler waters

by Nick Ames

Can Sungai Watch Save Indonesia’s Rivers from Plastic Pollution?

Indonesia has some of the world’s most polluted waterways, but Sungai Watch founded by the Bencheghib siblings, armed with trash barriers and community spirit, have made it their mission to turn the tide on the country’s plastic crisis

by Anthea Ayache

Inside the Dark World of Puppy Traders: 5 Trends to Avoid on Social Media

For International Dog Day on August 26, FOUR PAWS raises concerns of dubious puppy ads popular on Facebook and Instagram

by Anthea Ayache

The Hidden Cost of Clean: Why Your Soap Choice Matters More Than You Think

The soap industry, worth billions globally, has quietly become one of the most environmentally problematic sectors in personal care, and most of us have no idea

by Daniella Grenier

On Thin Ice: Can Polar Bears Survive the Climate Crisis?

With their hunting grounds shrinking and human-wildlife conflict on the rise, researchers are turning to a combination of cutting-edge tracking technology and centuries-old Indigenous knowledge to safeguard polar bears.

by Sarah Freeman

The Blue Gold Rush: Is Water Becoming the World’s Most Valuable Resource?

With the world on the brink of a water crisis, could commoditising this vital resource offer the lifeline we need?

by Rob Taylor

Ethical Elephant Tourism: How to Have Sustainable Encounters

Here’s what to know about elephant tourism before you book, so your dream experience doesn’t come at the expense of animals

by Anthea Ayache

Golden Eagles Poised for Return to England After 150 Years

Once hunted to extinction in England, golden eagles could soon soar over the countryside again

by Nick Ames

Mountain Gorillas Prove the Power of Female Friendship

New research reveals that female mountain gorillas actively seek out old friends when joining new groups and avoid the males they grew up with

by Nick Ames