Author: Robin Eveleigh

A groundbreaking research center is poised to revolutionize our comprehension of animal emotions and the consequences of human activities on them. The Jeremy Coller Center for Animal Sentience, which is set to launch this autumn at the London School of Economics, will receive £4m in funding from the Jeremy Coller Foundation. Prof. Jonathan Birch, the… Continue reading ‘We want to change the way humans relate to the rest of the natural world’

_blank” rel=”noopener”>hidden cause of miscarriage.  The study identified a problem with the womb lining, or endometrium, that can be passed down through generations. It has been found to make the womb ‘unwelcoming’ for an embryo to implant, leading to miscarriage.  “This is a very important step forward in understanding the cause of pregnancy loss and… Continue reading What went right this week: the good news that matters

A unique collaboration between the Children’s Society and a popular UK fast food chain is making strides in the fight against child exploitation. Chicken Cottage, which boasts 70 outlets nationwide, has partnered with the charity to equip their staff with the skills to identify potential signs of exploitation. The initiative, launched in Luton with the… Continue reading The fast food chain helping tackle child exploitation

Indigenous leaders from the Amazon region have made a significant journey to Dartmoor in the United Kingdom, showcasing global unity in efforts for rainforest restoration. The Woodland Trust, along with representatives from communities such as the Asháninka and Guarani, came together in Buckland Wood, a sizeable area of temperate rainforest located in Devon’s Dart Valley.… Continue reading From Brazil to Britain: rainforest guardians unite in a bid to heal the land

The 89 Percent Project is a global initiative aimed at shedding light on the overwhelming public support for stronger climate action. Despite the fact that 89% of people worldwide desire more significant government intervention on climate change, many individuals remain hesitant to voice their opinions, erroneously thinking they are in the minority. This initiative, spearheaded… Continue reading Global media giants unite to dispel the myth of climate indifference

Many Brits struggle with discussing the topic of death, feeling awkward or guilty in the process. A recent poll highlighted this issue, sparking interest in a new national day aimed at changing the narrative around death and encouraging open conversations about loss. Celebration Day, a British adaptation of Mexico’s Día de los Muertos (Day of… Continue reading Celebration Day gains traction, with a renewed call to normalise talking about death

In an innovative blend of music and nature, musician Ellie Wilson has created a captivating composition called Moth x Human, inspired by moth flight data. Wilson’s piece, commissioned by producer and charity Oxford Contemporary Music with support from the UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology, made its debut at the Bradford 2025 UK City of… Continue reading Violinist composes music from moth flight data to highlight insect decline

margin”> “The festival created opportunities for people to explore the breadth of our coastline and to reflect on their personal connection to it,” said artistic director Ali Pretty. “We have lived alongside the sea for millennia and are only now beginning to understand how we have shaped and been shaped by it.” Kinetika is now… Continue reading Waves of creativity bring the UK coastline to life in Beach of Dreams project

In a paradigm shift challenging the notion of human supremacy, a trio of movements is prompting a reconsideration of our connection with the world beyond humans. Since Professor Christopher Stone suggested in a 1972 issue of the Southern California Law Review that trees ought to have legal rights, the concept of recognizing forests, waterways, and… Continue reading Rights of the wild: three more projects working to protect nature’s silent citizens

In the quest to understand how animals could participate in democratic processes, the project aims to determine how to genuinely listen to their desires. This endeavor challenges the conventional view of forests, waterways, and wildlife as mere resources, advocating for their recognition as beings deserving legal rights and protection. What started as a theoretical concept… Continue reading Giving non-human beings a seat at the table: Animals in the Room