Jakarta becomes world's largest city, dwarfing London
Jakarta, Indonesia, is now the world's largest city with 42 million people. Discover how this new megacity compares to London and the global urban shift. Read more.
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2025 BirdLife Australia Photography Award Winners
Discover the stunning winners of the 2025 BirdLife Australia photography awards, from a preening brush turkey to a wise cassowary. These captivating images support vital bird conservation programmes across Australia.
First human death from novel H5N5 bird flu strain
Washington man dies from H5N5 bird flu strain never before seen in humans. Health officials confirm low public risk. Learn symptoms and prevention measures.
Bird Flu Crisis Threatens UK Christmas Turkey Supply
UK poultry producers face a severe bird flu season, leading to tight supplies of Christmas turkeys, chickens, and ducks. Discover the impact on festive availability and prices.
First human death from rare H5N5 bird flu recorded
A Washington state man becomes first known human to die from rare H5N5 bird flu strain. Health officials confirm low public risk and no human transmission.
Bird smuggler faces prison after parakeets in pants
A man who claimed his suspicious bulge was 'all him' faces 20 years in prison after border agents found two rare sedated parakeets hidden in his trousers. Read the full bizarre smuggling story.
Waxwings Set to Cross North Sea to UK
Easterly winds could bring charismatic waxwings to UK shores. Discover the late autumn migrants, from elusive woodcocks to migrating wood pigeons.
Billionaire's Dating Advice Sparks Population Debate
Hedge fund billionaire Bill Ackman's viral pickup line 'May I meet you?' claims to solve population decline. Critics argue addressing social inequality would prove more effective than billionaire dating tips.
Mountain Lions Could Return to North-East US
Rewilding group Mighty Earth campaigns to reintroduce mountain lions to Vermont to control deer populations and restore ecosystem balance. Could the big cats make a comeback?
Song Thrush's Winter Melody: A Chorus of Joy
Discover how the Song Thrush transforms winter's gloom with its powerful, repetitive melody. This bird's persistent song brings unexpected joy to grey November days. Listen closely next time you walk.
Macquarie Dictionary 2025 Word of the Year Finalists
Discover Macquarie Dictionary's 2025 Word of the Year finalists, from 'bird-dogging' to 'Roman Empire', reflecting contemporary Australian concerns. Explore the shortlist now!
Bird recovery in France after pesticide ban
Insect-eating bird populations in France show 2-3% increase following EU neonicotinoid ban. Research suggests full recovery may take decades but ban proves effective for conservation.
Melbourne Skyscraper Peregrine Falcons Take First Flight
Watch as three young peregrine falcons make their maiden flight from a Melbourne CBD skyscraper. One had a dramatic crash landing before success! #Wildlife #Melbourne
Melbourne Skyscraper Falcon Chicks Take First Flight
Watch the heartwarming moment three peregrine falcon chicks take their inaugural flight from a 35-storey Melbourne skyscraper, captured on a popular livestream. Follow their journey as they learn to soar.
Wild parrots thrive in Los Angeles, aiding conservation
Red-crowned parrots, once exotic pets, now form thriving feral colonies across Los Angeles. Scientists study their surprising adaptation and potential role in saving endangered native populations.
New 90-Bed Peckham Care Home Gets Green Light
Southwark Council approves a new 90-bed care home on Asylum Road to address the borough's ageing population and lack of local care capacity. Set to open in 2029.
Bird flu kills half of South Georgia's elephant seals
A devastating bird flu outbreak has killed an estimated 53,000 female elephant seals on South Georgia, wiping out nearly half the breeding population with serious implications for the species' future.
Flamingo wins freedom after flying from Cornwall to France
Frankie the flamingo's incredible 120-mile flight from Cornwall to France has earned her freedom. Zookeepers at Paradise Park decide not to bring the escaped bird home.
Seabird feeding frenzy observed at Tyrella Beach
Witness the dramatic seabird feeding frenzy at Tyrella Beach, County Down, where gannets, gulls and cormorants hunt fish in a spectacular natural display of survival.
London rough sleepers drop for first time in 3 years
London records its first annual decrease in rough sleepers since 2022, with a 1% drop and 10% fewer new cases. Discover the data and expert calls for sustained funding to continue this progress.
Truth Behind Wright's 1768 Bird Experiment Painting
New evidence suggests the bird in Joseph Wright's 'An Experiment on a Bird in the Air Pump' didn't die. Discover the painting's secrets at London's National Gallery exhibition.
Bird flu outbreak: UK government imposes new measures
The UK government has announced new national measures to contain a spike in bird flu cases. Here's what you need to know about the risk and the safety of poultry products.
Rare White Iberian Lynx Filmed in Spanish Wilderness
Extraordinary footage captures an elusive snow-white Iberian lynx roaming Spain's countryside, signalling hope for one of Europe's most endangered feline species.
New Zealand's Great Exodus to Australia
New Zealand is experiencing an unprecedented population drain as citizens head to Australia in record numbers, driven by better wages and living costs. Discover the economic forces behind this mass migration.
5 Spectacular UK Bird Aerial Displays This November
Discover the breathtaking aerial displays of five remarkable bird species gracing UK skies this autumn, from starling murmurations to raptor acrobatics.
Australians Flock to Regional Cities in Historic Shift
New data reveals a dramatic population shift as Australians embrace regional living, with satellite cities experiencing unprecedented growth while capital cities stagnate.
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