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World’s Oldest Tortoise in Crypto Currency Scam

Jonathan the giant tortoise is now in his 194th year and is the world’s oldest land animal – born when […]

by Nick Ames

Three-Quarters of Marine Protected Areas Are Contaminated by Sewage

New research reveals that pollution levels inside marine protected areas can be significantly higher than in unprotected areas

by Claire Wills

European Wolves Euthanised After Serious Fighting at UK Animal Park

Staff sat they are heartbroken after the ‘absolute last resort’ decision was made to euthanise the European wolves

by Nick Ames

Why the UK Is Cracking Down on Pet Primates

Owners of pet primates in England will need a licence from April to keep them, as a clampdown on those who keep these highly intelligent monkeys in tiny enclosures and feed them a poor diet

by Nick Ames

China’s CO₂ Emissions Fall for Second Year With Clean Energy Now Powering a Third of Economic Growth

China’s carbon emissions have remained flat or declined for nearly two years, the longest such stretch on record without an economic slowdown

by Nick Ames

Climate Scientists Say the Window to Prevent ‘Hothouse Earth’ Is Closing

Researchers say we may be approaching a hothouse earth, with consequences far beyond rising temperatures

by Nick Ames

Clock Predicting Doomsday Now Just 85 Seconds to Midnight

The Doomsday clock has moved closer to midnight, jumping from 89 seconds before 12 in 2025 to 85 seconds this […]

by Nick Ames

Indonesia Bans Elephant Rides In Win For Animal Welfare

Indonesia takes a bold step by banning elephant rides nationwide, promoting animal welfare and conservation efforts

by Nick Ames

Chip Wreck: Millions of Fries and Onions Wash Up on UK Beaches

Millions of uncooked chips and thousands of raw onion have washed up on beaches in southern England. The fried potatoes, […]

by Nick Ames