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A retired London zookeeper invented a robot that can vaccinate wild badgers in seconds without human contact, offering a humane alternative to controversial culling programs. The machine, originally built for a shy tiger, could help protect Britain's largest wild carnivore while combating bovine TB.
An injured badger arrived at a wildlife rescue center with a painful wound and a bad attitude, but recovered in just days thanks to simple care and plenty of food. The quick turnaround shows how helping injured wildlife protects the ecosystems we all depend on.
The Wisconsin Badgers turned a nightmare first half into one of the greatest comebacks in program history, erasing a 20-point deficit to defeat Minnesota 67-63. The victory marks Wisconsin's 11th straight win over their rivals and ties the school record for largest second-half comeback. #
A badger named Jasper arrived at a U.K. wildlife hospital so cold his temperature couldn't even register, but dedicated rescuers refused to give up. His journey from near-death to recovery shows why community wildlife centers matter.
The Wisconsin Badgers women's hockey team brought their ninth national championship trophy home to Madison, where thousands of fans packed LaBahn Arena and State Street to celebrate back-to-back titles. Players and coaches reflected on an emotional, challenging season that ended with their best hockey when it mattered most.
Scientists just mapped the complete habitat of a ferret badger found only in Malaysia's Sabah mountains, discovering a new population in the process. The adorable carnivore could soon become a conservation symbol that brings ecotourism dollars to remote villages.
England is ending its controversial badger cull by 2029 and launching cattle tuberculosis vaccines by 2030, marking a major shift in the fight against a disease that costs taxpayers £100 million yearly. The new strategy brings together farmers, scientists, and wildlife experts with a goal to eradicate bovine TB by 2038.
The third-seeded Wisconsin Badgers stunned top-ranked North Dakota 2-1 in the NCAA hockey semifinals, earning a shot at the national championship. A pair of first-period goals and stellar defense propelled the underdogs to Saturday's title game in Las Vegas.
The No. 12 Wisconsin Badgers pulled off a stunning 2-1 upset over No. 2 North Dakota in the Frozen Four semifinals, earning their first championship game appearance since 2010. Freshman goaltender Daniel Hauser led the underdog victory with 21 saves in Las Vegas.
The Wisconsin Badgers pulled off a nail-biting 2-1 victory over North Dakota in the NCAA Frozen Four semifinals, earning their spot in the championship game. They'll face either Michigan or Denver for college hockey's biggest prize.
The Wisconsin Badgers women's hockey team claimed their ninth national championship with a thrilling victory over top-ranked Ohio State. Their March Madness run included a dramatic overtime win and sweet revenge against the only team that beat them down the stretch.
The Wisconsin Badgers women's hockey team claimed their second consecutive national championship with a thrilling 3-2 comeback victory over Ohio State. The win marks Wisconsin's ninth NCAA title, the most of any program in women's college hockey.
The Wisconsin Badgers captured their second consecutive national championship and ninth overall title, defeating Ohio State 3-2 in a nail-biting finish. Goaltender Ava McNaughton stopped 34 shots to earn Most Outstanding Player honors.
The Wisconsin Badgers women's hockey team punched their ticket to the NCAA Championship game for the fourth consecutive year with a thrilling 4-3 overtime victory against Penn State. They'll face top-ranked Ohio State on March 22nd for the national title.
Mark Johnson just won his ninth national championship with Wisconsin's women's hockey team, twenty years after his first title. The coach who turned the Badgers into a dynasty added another trophy last weekend with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Ohio State.
The Wisconsin Badgers women's hockey team just made history by defeating Ohio State to claim their second consecutive NCAA championship. This back-to-back victory marks a milestone for the program and women's college hockey.
College students at the University of Wisconsin-Madison are fixing bikes for kids, tutoring middle schoolers, and building homes instead of just hitting the books. Their Badger Volunteers program has grown from 12 students to 360 this semester alone.
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Camera traps in South Africa's Overberg region reveal leopards, honey badgers, and caracals using narrow strips of land between farms to move between safe havens. These wildlife corridors prove that even small, compromised patches of land can save species trapped on habitat "islands."
Natural England approved 478 more wildlife licenses in 2025 while protecting bats, badgers, and other endangered species. The permits let development move forward safely without harming protected animals.
Six schools in Wisconsin's Fox Cities region earned state recognition for helping students thrive, especially those from lower-income families. The awards celebrate real academic progress and closing achievement gaps.
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