Wildlife
Wildfire scorches 12,000 hectares north of Madrid: Spanish authorities
A wildfire north of Madrid burns more than 12,000 hectares and forces hundreds to evacuate, as Spain battles multiple major blazes amid extreme heat and heightened wildfire conditions.
July 19, 2026
Iceland kills first whales since 2023, resuming commercial hunt
Two whales have been killed off the coast of Iceland two days after commercial hunting resumed, ending a two-year hiatus, local media and animal rights activists reported.
June 22, 2026
Iceland resumes whale hunt amid protest
Iceland resumes commercial whaling after a two-year pause as one of its remaining whaling ships departs despite protests, reduced catch quotas, and plans for the government to consider banning the practice later this year.
June 20, 2026
Police seize venomous scorpions in South Africa airport sting
Police seize venomous scorpions in South Africa airport sting
June 13, 2026
First leather bag made from T-Rex cells fails to sell at Paris auction
A handbag created from lab-grown material derived from Tyrannosaurus rex collagen fails to sell at auction, attracting bids far below expectations despite its rarity and estimated value of up to $576,000.
June 11, 2026
Whale that was rescued after stranded in Germany found dead in Denmark
A humpback whale that underwent a rescue operation in Germany two weeks ago after beaching itself there has been found dead near a Danish island.
May 16, 2026
What if we killed all mosquitoes?
Mosquitoes kill around 760,000 people annually through deadly diseases like malaria and dengue, while scientists worldwide explore genetic and biological methods to reduce infections without damaging ecosystems.
May 12, 2026
2025 was third hottest year on record: EU, US experts
Scientists warn that a 1.5°C warming may be reached this decade, with 2026 likely remaining extremely warm as emissions cuts stall and El Nino risks persist globally.
January 14, 2026
Australian firefighters warn of 'high-risk' bushfire season
A high-risk summer is expected, as 12 major blazes burn in Victoria, where fires have killed one person, destroyed over 350 buildings, and followed extreme heat and strong winds last week.
January 13, 2026