Meet Panya, the adorable pygmy hippo calf captivating the internet from Duisburg Zoo. Discover how this tiny animal's fame echoes past viral stars and the bittersweet reality of animal celebrity.
Merchandise celebrating a raccoon found drunk in an Ashland liquor store has raised over £250,000 for a Virginia animal shelter. Discover the viral story and its charitable impact.
Attic Self Storage admits creating the viral 'messy break-up' scene in central London to promote new facilities. The marketing stunt sparked a nationwide sleuthing frenzy online.
Benjamin Lewis pleads guilty to religiously aggravated harassment after leaving dead deer and lambs outside churches in Hampshire. He has been remanded in custody ahead of sentencing.
Master the viral Dubai chocolate bar with our perfected recipe. This pistachio-crammed treat makes a superb Christmas gift. Discover tips for the perfect crunch, filling, and chocolate coating.
Daniel Andreas San Diego, on the FBI's Most Wanted list for 15 years, is battling extradition from the UK over 2003 pipe bombings. His case revisits the 'green scare' era of US extremism.
A driver miraculously survived after launching his Mercedes over a roundabout in Romania. The 49-year-old, who fainted, suffered multiple fractures. Watch the viral footage.
An activist on trial for burglary tells Cambridge Crown Court he broke into a breeding facility to save beagles from 'disgusting' conditions and painful testing. Read the full court testimony.
An 88-year-old army veteran forced to work five days a week will finally retire after strangers donated over £1.3 million. Read the heartwarming story of community support.
A Labour MP's viral TikTok uses biscuits to illustrate the UK's debt crisis and economic stagnation. Discover his novel approach to political storytelling.
From a deer eating homework in China to a 75-year-old albatross raising chicks, explore this week's most captivating global wildlife stories and stunning photographs.
Glasgow South MP Gordon McKee uses custard creams to explain UK debt-to-GDP ratio in viral video, leading a new wave of creative political communication on social media.
Ed Bambas, an 88-year-old US army veteran working full-time in a supermarket, has been gifted over £1.2m to retire after his financial struggles went viral online. Read the heartwarming story.
A California student has been sentenced to 90 days in jail and ordered to pay over $100,000 after breaking into a poultry farm to 'rescue' four chickens. Read the full story.
A liquor store in Ashland, Virginia, had an unusual intruder: a raccoon found sleeping off a bender after smashing whisky bottles. Read the full story of its wild night and release.
Claude, the iconic albino alligator and mascot of the California Academy of Sciences, has died aged 30. The reptile brought joy to millions and will be deeply missed.
Two British travellers from the Cotswolds explain their 'innocent' encounter with Gary Lineker in Mexico, after the clip was misused by far-right activist Tommy Robinson. Read their full story.
A survivor reveals how specialist animal fostering schemes were the key to escaping domestic violence with her family. Discover the charities that save both pets and people.
Jorja Smith's record label demands a share of royalties from a viral TikTok song using an AI-cloned version of her voice. Discover the copyright battle and its implications for the music industry.
A heartwarming video capturing a North London father filming his daughters walking downstairs every Christmas morning for three decades has gone viral, inspiring families nationwide.
Real bodycam footage from the Met Police shows an officer's terrifying encounter in a dark basement, leading to the arrest of a convicted drug dealer. Watch the viral video.
Leading UK scientists explain why animal testing remains crucial for medical breakthroughs and why alternatives face significant biological complexities. Read their expert analysis.
Jakarta bans dog meat trade to combat rabies, sparking debate between animal rights groups and traditional consumers who fear it will drive the practice underground.
Discover why Kerrygold butter has become a viral sensation in the UK, with sales tripling thanks to TikTok fame and its unique creamy texture from grass-fed Irish cows.
The rise of exotic animal cafes across Asia is driving illegal wildlife trafficking and threatening endangered species. Experts warn of conservation crisis.
Thirty beluga whales face being put down after Marineland Canada's closure. The park's euthanasia threat follows blocked China sale and rejected funding. Read the full story.
The fate of 30 captive beluga whales hangs in balance as Marineland, the Canadian government, and activists clash over their future. Discover the heartbreaking details.
Discover how Cynthia Erivo's chunky knit in Wicked: For Good became an unexpected viral sensation, blending fantasy romance with unconventional fashion trends.
Gramma, the beloved 141-year-old Galapagos tortoise and San Diego Zoo's oldest resident, has died. Discover her incredible century-spanning life story.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer causes classroom hysterics by joining viral 'six seven' trend during Peterborough school visit. Read the full story and watch the video.