An estimated 100 million sharks are killed every year, many for shark fin soup. …
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Seal sculpture made from Essex beach plastic rubbish
The plastic waste collected from one beach is “the tip of the iceberg”, the artist says. …
Amazon Fires: Why the rainforest helps fight climate change
Fires in the Amazon rainforest have prompted concern around the world. Click here for…
Amazon fires: Brazil sends army to help tackle blazes
President Jair Bolsonaro orders soldiers to be sent to the region, after pressure from EU leaders. …
Nasa said to be investigating first allegation of a crime in space
The space agency is reportedly looking into an allegation against astronaut Anne McClain. Click…
Extinction: Last chance to save 'rhinos of the oceans'
Sharks and rays pushed towards extinction by the shark fin trade are hot on the agenda…
Climate change: Should you fly, drive or take the train?
How should you travel to reduce your carbon footprint? Click here for original story,…
Gloucestershire man walks tortoise to the pub every day
Nancy Drew the tortoise has become famous around Tewkesbury, with people loving to stop and say…
Kenya northern white rhinos: Vets harvest eggs from last two females
It is hoped the unprecedented procedure will prevent the extinction of the northern white rhino. …
'I will give my last drop of blood for this forest'
Members of Brazil’s Mura tribe vow to defend their land, as wildfires rage in the Amazon…