John Lewis, Marks and Spencer’s, Sainsbury’s, and Asda are among the big names bidding to have you reach for your tissues (and maybe wallet) with their mini-movies. It’s a tried and tested Christmas ...

The Australian marsupial has ‘colonised’ the Isle of Man and is now making regular appearances on the UK mainland ...

CONCERNS over a “lion” roaming around Irish woodlands have been allayed by Gardai, who have concluded the animal was actually a dog. A video circulated on social media sites and the WhatsApp messaging ...

Hazel dormice, red squirrels and pine martens are key parts of our wildlife but are endangered. The Woodland Trust is working to save them Britain’s woods come alive in autumn, making it one of the ...

Wildcats could make a return to woodlands in south-west England - Wildcats, historically referred to as ‘woodcats’ due to ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

It’s a TV demon that’s literally corrupting Hell… (Picture: Courtesy of Prime Video) For almost as long as television has existed, concerns have been raised about its potential to corrupt viewers.

A popular wildlife attraction in Cornwall has closed for good after bringing years of joy to families. Feadon Wildlife Centre says it is "permanently closed" online and has thanked visitors for "all ...

Mighty oaks can indeed grow from tiny acorns – but the Woodland Trust needs your help to make it happen Some seeds are so small you can barely see them. Others, like the hefty coco de mer seed, can ...

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When Shakespeare rhapsodised about these isles as ‘a blessed plot’, he could have had our happy lack of dangerous animals in mind. We have only one poisonous snake, the adder (Vipera berus) — Northern ...

With over half of UK adults owning a pet according to charity the PDSA, pet insurance can be a vital resource helping to cover costly vet bills and keep animals healthy and happy. Many policies come ...