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How Wolves paid the price for poor recruitment with humiliating relegation

Maybe it was fitting that Nuno Espirito Santo relegated Wolves. It was the popular Portuguese coach who led the club to the Premier League eight years ago. Now at West Ham, his point at Crystal Palace has consigned his old club back to the Championship.

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England wildlife watchdog ‘has stopped designating special sites for protection’

Exclusive: Report finds Natural England has created no new SSSIs, which protect areas from development, since 2023The government’s wildlife watchdog for England is failing to save nature because it has stopped giving protection to rare wildlife and habitats, according to a new report.No new sites of special scientific interest (SSSIs) have been designated by Natural England since 2023. SSSIs are nationally or internationally important places for rare wildlife and habitats. Without the designatio...

Tourist attacked by 'world's most venomous animal' that can kill in under five minutes

Tourist attacked by 'world's most venomous animal' that can kill in under five minutesGuy Rowles was in the water when he was stung by a venomous jellyfish and suffered life threatening injuries - leaving him tight chested and convulsing before being rushed to hospitalNewsOlivia Beeson03:21, 21 Apr 2026Updated 03:32, 21 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesGuy Rowles was rushed to hospital after being stung by a deadly jellyfish(Image: Guy Rowles/Facebook )A tourist was rushed to hospital after b...

Aussie rushed to hospital after being stung by one of the 'world's most venomous' jellyfish that can kill in under five minutes

Aussie rushed to hospital after being stung by one of the 'world's most venomous' jellyfish that can kill in under five minutesAussie surfer stung by box jellyfishHe was injured while in FijiREAD MORE: Tiny jellyfish sting leaves Perth mum on the brink of amputationBy CAITLIN POWELL - NEWS REPORTER Published: 01:59, 21 April 2026 | Updated: 03:07, 21 April 2026 e-mail 18 View comments

Young man rushed to hospital after being mauled by a crocodile while camping in Australia

Young man rushed to hospital after being mauled by a crocodile while camping in AustraliaREAD MORE: Horror as man dies after 300kg of glass falls onto him in Sydney By SARAH BROOKES - SENIOR REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 02:58, 21 April 2026 | Updated: 03:00, 21 April 2026 e-mail View comments

Aussie rushed to hospital after being attacked by the 'world's most venomous animal' that can kill in under five minutes

Aussie rushed to hospital after being attacked by the 'world's most venomous animal' that can kill in under five minutesAussie surfer stung by box jellyfishHe was injured while in FijiREAD MORE: Tiny jellyfish sting leaves Perth mum on the brink of amputationBy CAITLIN POWELL - NEWS REPORTER Published: 01:59, 21 April 2026 | Updated: 02:13, 21 April 2026 e-mail 3 View comments

Bulls interested in several front-office candidates after Artūras Karnišovas’ exit

The Chicago Bulls are narrowing down their list of potential front-office candidates to replace Artūras Karnišovas as they wait for official word on whether or not Billy Donovan will return as the head coach. The Athletic confirmed a Monday ESPN report that the Bulls have received permission to talk to Detroit Pistons senior vice president Dennis Lindsey, Minnesota Timberwolves general manager Matt Lloyd (a former Bulls front-office executive), Cleveland Cavaliers GM Mike Gansey, Atlanta Hawks s...

'Large crocodile' mauls man in 20s at popular camping spot in horror attack

'Large crocodile' mauls man in 20s at popular camping spot in horror attackThe man had to be airlifted to hospital after the incident - the campground is very popular with tourists and the terrifying incident is now under investigationNewsRachel Vickers-Price UK and World News Reporter01:33, 21 Apr 2026Updated 01:43, 21 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesSaltwater crocodile (Crocodylus porosus) worlds largest living reptile, cooling himself with open mouth, Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia(Imag...

Rapper's bodyguard is abducted in Sydney in late-night  snatch from his home

Rapper's bodyguard is abducted in Sydney in late-night snatch from his homeBy KYLIE STEVENS, SENIOR BREAKING NEWS REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 23:30, 20 April 2026 | Updated: 23:35, 20 April 2026 e-mail

Horror moment tiger leaps into crowd at circus as terrified families flee

Horror moment tiger leaps into crowd at circus as terrified families fleeTerrifying footage shows the moment a tiger leaps into a crowd of families and young children at a Russian circus after a sudden malfunction provides an opportunity to escapeCommentsNewsBenedict Tetzlaff-Deas News Reporter and Will Stewart Russia Correspondent23:20, 20 Apr 2026Terror as performing tiger leaps into crowdPolice in Russia have launched an investigation after a circus tiger dramatically broke free during a perf...

Ask Dr. Paola – Help! My Cat Has Bizarre Eating Habits! (April 20, 2026)

Welcome to our “Ask Dr. Paola” series, where every Monday we bring expert advice straight from Dr. Paola Cuevas (MVZ) to help our readers better understand their cat’s health and well-being. Whether you’re a new pet parent or a seasoned cat lover, Dr. Paola is here to provide answers to your most pressing questions. From nutrition tips and preventive care to troubleshooting common behavioral issues, Dr. Paola is ready to offer insights that will keep your kitty happy, he...

Stolen dog killed on railway was 'taken as owner walked him and dumped on track'

Stolen dog killed on railway was 'taken as owner walked him and dumped on track'Zak, a 12-year-old Cairn Terrier-type dog, was being walked by owner Janet Collins' son, Ryan, and is said to have been seized by three youths who then fled the sceneNewsHolly Morgan and Zahra Khaliq News Reporter20:04, 20 Apr 2026Updated 20:17, 20 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesRyan Collins was walking Zak when he was approached by three youthsPolice have launched a probe after a dog who was allegedly stolen wh...

Inside the race to be Trump’s next attorney general as MAGA stars jockey for top job in politically charged DOJ

NewsWorldAmericasUS politicsInside the race to be Trump’s next attorney general as MAGA stars jockey for top job in politically charged DOJTrump allies are reportedly making big moves to get the president’s attention while right-wing influencers push potential candidatesAlex Woodward in New York Monday 20 April 2026 19:51 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmar...

Mother Cats Rescued Separately But Find Each Other One Day and Decide to Raise Their Kittens Together

Two mother cats were rescued from different circumstances, but fate brought them together. When they met, they decided to raise their kittens together. Little Wanderers NYCWhen volunteers at Little Wanderers NYC learned that a feline family of seven urgently needed rescue, they sprang into action.A tabby mother named Penne and her tiny kittens had been surrendered to a veterinary clinic and needed a safe place to land. As a partner of Little Wanderers NYC, the clinic knew exactly who to call."W...

Poet laureate Simon Armitage pens London Zoo poem to celebrate 200 years of ZSL

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Wolverhampton dog attack victim's family pay heartbreaking tribute to 'everyone's friend'

Wolverhampton dog attack victim's family pay heartbreaking tribute to 'everyone's friend'Lila Hall, also known as Carol, died following an incident with two dogs at a house in Willis Pearson Avenue, WolverhamptonNewsZahra Khaliq News Reporter17:34, 20 Apr 2026View ImageDog attack victim Carol Hall(Image: facebook)The family of a woman who was killed in a dog attack have remembered her as a "fun-loving" and "hilarious" woman who was "everyone's fr...

In Rare Sight, Tiger, Leopard, Cheetah Spotted Together In Ranthambore

In a rare and remarkable moment, three of the wild's most elusive predators, a tiger, a leopard and a cheetah, were sighted within the same landscape and time frame in Ranthambore's Zone 9, the Rajasthan Forest Department said.

Hidden danger at popular US national park forces trail closures as bear sightings climb

One of the most visited national parks in the U.S. is closing parts of its hiking trails as officials deal with a spike in bear activity.Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee has temporarily shut down several trails and backcountry areas due to increased sightings of black bears, according to the National Park Service.Officials said closures are put in place when bears frequent specific areas or show signs of unpredictable behavior, posing a risk to both visitors and wildlife.HIDDEN H...

Zoologist, author and presenter Desmond Morris dies aged 98

Morris pursued dual passions of zoology and surrealist art, presenting BBC documentaries and hosting exhibitionsThe zoologist Desmond Morris, perhaps best known for his book the Naked Ape and his work on the ITV programme Zoo Time, has died aged 98.Morris’s son Jason paid tribute to him after his death on Sunday, praising his many professional achievements as well as his role as a father and grandfather. Continue reading...