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Cat videos and wild caracals: how the internet’s viral trends can help conservation

Have you recently opened YouTube or TikTok and immediately gone looking for cat videos? If your answer is “yes”, then you’re not alone: the global consumption of cat-related media online is simply massive. In 2015, there were over 2 million cat videos on YouTube alone, with an average of 12,000…

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My epic Antarctica voyage ended in angry protests – but I loved every minute of this beautiful adventure

With sea storms and an unfixable ship, things did not go according to plan on SH Diana’s trip to the world’s southernmost continent, but Mark Stratton recounts how the cruise still ended up being a magnificent odyssey

The Independent UK

Levi upstaged as USA repeat Olympic win over Aussies

Australia's rugby women have been beaten in the semi-finals of the Cape Town Sevens, losing their Olympic rematch with the USA.

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Everton fan who travelled from South Africa ‘shattered’ as derby is called off

Gareth Clark flew from Cape Town for the Merseyside derby but it was postponed because of Storm Darragh.

The Independent UK

Gangs, guns and bibles in Cape Town: what it takes to quit a life of violence and stay alive

“Blood in and blood out” is a well-known saying in the townships of Cape Town, South Africa. It refers to the violent initiation rituals often needed to enter a gang – and the likelihood of being killed before one can get out. These are the perils that people face when…

The Conversation

'Critically Endangered' African Penguins Just Want Peace And Food

Mashudu Mashau says it takes about two minutes to catch a penguin, a task he does weekly to investigate sightings of injured or sickly seabirds.

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Church of England ‘directly responsible’ for John Smyth abuse in Zimbabwe, victim says

Rocky Leanders, then 15, was beaten with wooden paddle by Smyth at camp where boys were made to swim naked

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As British Airways and Virgin Atlantic battle with Rolls-Royce, the real loser is the passenger

Analysis: BA’s Easter 2025 flights from Heathrow to Cape Town are selling at three times the fare to nearby Johannesburg after Virgin Atlantic cancelled flights

The Independent UK

Mystery surrounds John Smyth after leaving UK and Zimbabwe for South Africa

Smyth enjoyed ‘opulent lifestyle’ in Cape Town after he was barred from Zimbabwe, where he abused boys at summer camps

The Guardian - UK

Prince William makes beard joke as he is greeted by well-wishers in South Africa

Prince William made a joke about his beard as he greeted well-wishers during his visit to Cape Town.

The Independent UK

Prince William Reveals One Thing He Shares With Brother Prince Harry While Visiting South Africa

"I can be myself," the prince said.

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Prince William misses search and rescue work

The Prince of Wales told a volunteer at the National Sea Rescue Institute, in Simon's Town, Cape Town, that he misses search and rescue work.

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Prince William Promotes Conservation And Climate Change In South Africa

Prince William's visit to Cape Town focused on promoting conservation, engaging with volunteers, and supporting environmental initiatives.

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William tells Heidi Klum he woke feeling ’emotional’ after Earthshot awards

The Prince of Wales enjoyed a braai or barbecue with Earthshot advocates Klum, model Winnie Harlow, Billy Porter and Tobe Nwigwe in Cape Town.

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Prince William wraps up his South Africa trip with visit that reminded him of his rescue pilot days

Prince William rode on a sea rescue boat along part of the South African coast as he wrapped up a four-day visit to Cape Town dedicated to promoting conservation and the battle against climate change

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Prince William shares new update on Kate Middleton since she 'completed' cancer treatment

The Prince of Wales shared an insight into the Princess's wellbeing after he travelled to Cape Town for the 2025 Earthshot Prize Awards

The Independent UK

William: I miss working in search and rescue

The Prince of Wales met volunteers working for the National Seas Rescue Institute (NSRI) to hear about their lifesaving work.

Evening Standard

Prince of Wales to join fishing community as Cape Town trip draws to a close

William will join members of a local fishing community working in and around Kalk Bay Harbour as they have a fish lunch.

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Prince William, in biodegradable sneakers, attends his Earthshot environment awards in South Africa

Prince William wore white biodegradable sneakers as he walked the “green carpet” at his Earthshot Prize environmental awards ceremony in South Africa

Evening Standard

Prince of Wales says Kate ‘is doing really well’ as Earthshot Prize event closes

William closed the glittering awards ceremony in Cape Town

Evening Standard

William: I hope my children are proud of Earthshot bid to ‘repair’ planet

The Prince of Wales spoke ahead of the awards ceremony in Cape Town

Evening Standard

We are here for you, William tells Earthshot finalists ahead of awards ceremony

He met the 15 environmental entrepreneurs in Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Cape Town, on Wednesday.

Evening Standard

Prince of Wales’s Earthshot Prize to stage glittering ceremony in Cape Town

The awards event will be staged in a reusable dome that has been used for a number of events.

Evening Standard

Prince of Wales announces insurance for rangers who safeguard Africa’s wildlife

Before William spoke at the conference in Cape Town, he was briefed by his team about the death of Private Olara Jonathan.

Evening Standard

William wears bracelet made by daughter as he reveals favourite African animal

The Prince of Wales told Earthshot Prize ambassador Robert Irwin on a visit to Cape Town that his children often quiz him about his love of wildlife.

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