Author: Andrew Rogers

Sir David Attenborough’s new BBC series Kingdom features extraordinary footage, including a lion rescuing a pregnant hyena from wild dogs. Filmed over five years in Zambia’s Luangwa Valley, the documentary follows four rival predators — lions, hyenas, leopards and wild dogs — showcasing both brutal and tender moments of life in the wild. Executive producer Mike Gunton said: “Only nature could write this script.” The series also captures a wild dog escaping a crocodile and a hyena hiding stolen food underwater to mask its scent. Narrated by Attenborough, Kingdom highlights the growing impact of humans through habitat loss and snare…

Real Sociedad ended weeks of pressure with a thrilling 3–2 win over Athletic Club in a rain-soaked Basque derby decided by Jon Gorrotxategi’s stoppage-time strike — the first ever injury-time winner in the 178-match history of the rivalry. In front of nearly 38,000 at the Reale Arena, the home side twice led before finally prevailing in the fifth minute of added time. Gorrotxategi, a 22-year-old academy graduate playing in his first derby, scuffed his first attempt before smashing in the rebound from six yards, sparking wild celebrations among teammates and fans. The match had everything: intensity, drama and emotion. Ander…

Erling Haaland was unstoppable once again as Manchester City beat Bournemouth 3-1 to move up to second in the Premier League. The Norwegian striker struck twice in the first half, punishing Bournemouth’s high defensive line and taking his tally to 13 league goals this season and 98 in 107 Premier League games. Nico O’Reilly added a third after the break to seal City’s sixth win of the campaign. Haaland’s opener came after a rapid counterattack involving Phil Foden and Rayan Cherki, before he raced clear to slot past Djordje Petrovic. Bournemouth briefly levelled through Tyler Adams following a Gianluigi Donnarumma…

Britain is one of the least “nature-connected” countries in the world, ranking 55th out of 61 nations in a global study examining how people relate to the natural world. Researchers surveyed 57,000 people and found that the UK lags far behind countries such as Nepal – ranked highest – followed by Iran, South Africa, Bangladesh, and Nigeria. At the bottom were the Netherlands, Canada, Germany, Israel, Japan, and Spain. The study, published in Ambio, found that societies with higher levels of spirituality and religious belief tend to have stronger connections with nature, while those focused on economic growth and business…

Enzo Maresca didn’t hold back after Chelsea’s chaotic Carabao Cup win over Wolves, labelling Liam Delap’s dismissal “very stupid” and urging his young team to “grow up.” Chelsea led 3-0 at half-time thanks to goals from Andrey Santos, Tyrique George, and Estêvão, but Wolves fought back after the break through Tolu Arokodare and a David Møller Wolfe brace, making it a nervy finish before Jamie Gittens sealed a 4-3 victory. Delap, returning from injury, was sent off after two rash challenges in seven minutes — a decision that infuriated Maresca. “After the first yellow, I told him four or five…

A tiny spider thought extinct in the UK has been found again on the Isle of Wight, thrilling conservationists. The Aulonia albimana, now nicknamed the white-knuckled wolf spider for its pale leg joints, was rediscovered at the National Trust’s Newtown nature reserve, a site reachable only by boat. It was last recorded in Britain in 1985. Entomologists Mark Telfer and Graeme Lyons made the discovery with just minutes left in their survey. “To find a species thought lost for 40 years is thrilling,” said Telfer. The spider, only 3.8–4.4mm long, lives on open, sunlit turf. The habitat had been restored…

Los Angeles FC star Son Heung-min has become Major League Soccer’s second-highest earner, with an annual salary of $10.4 million and total compensation of $11.2 million, trailing only Lionel Messi of Inter Miami. Son joined LAFC from Tottenham in August and quickly impressed, scoring nine goals in 10 matches. Messi remains the league’s top earner, making $12 million in salary and $20.4 million total under his current deal, which Miami says has been extended through 2028. Messi’s new Miami teammate Rodrigo De Paul earns $1.5 million in salary and $3.6 million total. Other major summer signings include Hirving “Chucky” Lozano…

New climate plans from more than 60 countries would cut global emissions by only 10% by 2035, about one-sixth of what’s needed to limit warming to 1.5C, the UN has warned. UN climate chief Simon Stiell said progress was too slow and urged countries to “accelerate now.” Major emitters including China and the EU have yet to submit final pledges, while the US plan under Joe Biden is unlikely to continue under Donald Trump. The findings come ahead of Cop30 in Brazil next month, where leaders will discuss how to get climate action back on track. Analysts said weak pledges…

Juventus have dismissed head coach Igor Tudor following an eight-match winless run across all competitions, the club confirmed on Monday. “Juventus FC announces that it has today relieved Igor Tudor of his duties as coach of the men’s first team, along with his staff,” read a club statement, released a day after their 1-0 defeat to Lazio. Massimo Brambilla, coach of Juve’s reserve side, will step in as interim manager while the club searches for a permanent replacement. Tudor, appointed in March as Juventus’s first foreign coach since Didier Deschamps in 2006–07, had initially impressed by guiding the team to…

Novartis, the Swiss pharmaceutical leader, has announced its plan to acquire Avidity Biosciences in a deal valued at $12 billion. The acquisition is expected to enhance Novartis’s presence in the biotech sector and expand its research and development capabilities. The move signals Novartis’s strategic focus on innovative therapies, particularly in areas where Avidity specializes. Avidity Biosciences is known for its expertise in antibody-oligonucleotide conjugates, a technology with potential to target serious diseases. Industry analysts say this acquisition strengthens Novartis’s pipeline and positions it as a key player in the rapidly growing biotech market. Novartis CEO highlighted that the acquisition aligns…