Tag: Ian Sample

Over half of world’s wild primate species face extinction, report reveals

December 25, 2019February 10, 2017 by Editorial Team

Researchers warn of approaching ‘major extinction event’ if action is not taken to protect around 300 species, including gorillas, chimps, lemurs and lorises

Collapsing Greenland glacier could raise sea levels by half a metre, say scientists

December 25, 2019November 13, 2015 by Editorial Team

Huge Zachariae Isstrom glacier has begun to break up, starting a rapid retreat that could continue to raise sea levels for decades to come

Meet the Turner prize shortlist, from the musician to the mind-reader

December 25, 2019September 30, 2015 by Editorial Team

Architecture, opera, fashion, parapsychology … this year’s contenders are taking contemporary art into exciting new territory. We sent our experts to meet the artists on the shortlist

Budget cuts threaten Kew Gardens’ world-class status

December 25, 2019April 28, 2014 by Editorial Team

Up to 125 jobs to go at botanic institution after ministers impose £1.5m cuts despite warning of critical impact on research