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Next El Niño could be strongest in decades
A new phase of the natural El Niño weather pattern could begin in a matter of weeks, the UN has warned, boosting tempera...
'Killer fungus' could be good news for habitats decimated by invasive moss
A newly discovered species raises hope that some native British habitats could be restored.
Exploding rocket casts doubts over Nasa's Moon plans
Explosion of Blue Origin rocket is a setback for the company and for Nasa's Moon plans.
Farmers warn food security can't be taken for granted
Farmers at the Bath and West Show say there are strong parallels between energy and food security.
Moment Blue Origin rocket explodes during test in Florida
A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded on a launch pad at Cape Canaveral in Florida on Thursday night.
UK's rudest chalk figure gets a glow-up to stop it fading in the rain
National Trust staff and volunteers will apply 17 tonnes of fresh chalk to the outline of the famous figure.
Why temperature records are being not only broken but smashed
The combined effects of a heat dome and climate change have brought extreme warmth to western Europe.
Nasa unveils next steps to build permanent Moon base
Nasa plans to send hopping drones and roving vehicles to the Moon as part of plans for a permanent Moon base.
Britain's protected birds of prey still being shot, trapped and poisoned, says R...
The charity says more than half of attacks happened on or near land managed for game shooting.
The space race to create gym equipment for future astronauts
Scientists are attempting to build exercise equipment to be used on future space flights.
How to keep cool at your summer festivals
As the summer festival season kicks off, temperatures are set to soar this bank holiday weekend.
Nearly 30 illegal waste 'super sites' revealed in new government watchlist
The list, published by the Environment Agency on Friday, includes 28 so-called "super sites" that contain more than 20,0...
How do hurricanes and typhoons form and is climate change making them stronger?
These powerful tropical storms are generally becoming more intense as the world warms.
Bathing warning issued after 'potential water pollution incident'
The National Trust, which manages Portstewart Strand, has urged visitors to the beach to be vigilant.
What next for Upton Heath after charity buys land?
Dorset Wildlife Trust starts restoring 110 acres of heath it bought after a fundraising campaign.
Kids collect five bags of litter left on riverbank
A farmer says he is having to remove litter from his fields on a daily basis.
Water voles brought back to river after 20 years
About 300 water voles are released in Farnham as part of a bid to restore the species to the river.
Wildlife Park welcomes mischievous bush dogs
Four bush dogs are the newest mischievous residents at Lake District Wildlife Park.
Paralympian could become first astronaut with disability to live and work in spa...
John McFall takes one step closer to becoming first disabled astronaut.
Watch: Moment a meteor creates sonic boom over Massachusetts
According to Nasa, the meteor released the equivalent to about 300 tons of TNT when it broke up.
Night sky events to watch out for this summer
The Milky Way, the Summer triangle, eclipses and a meteor shower can all be seen over the next few months.
Rare 'Blue Moon' set to light up UK skies
Sophia Herod explains what is meant by the phrase "Blue Moon" - and it doesn't mean the Moon is turning blue.
What does Blue Origin rocket mishap mean for Nasa's Moon mission?
Science correspondent Pallab Ghosh explains why the explosion is a setback for space exploration.
Next El Niño could be strongest in decades
A new phase of the natural El Niño weather pattern could begin in a matter of weeks, the UN has warned, boosting tempera...
'Mornings and nights no longer exist' at 47C: A day in the hottest place in Ind...
What a day in India's hottest district reveals about life on the frontline of extreme heat.
Farmers warn food security can't be taken for granted
Farmers at the Bath and West Show say there are strong parallels between energy and food security.
Portugal breaks hottest May day record as Europe swelters in heatwave
French students are taking their exams in baking schools, while red alerts are issued in Italy.
Drag queen Pattie Gonia fights trademark lawsuit by Patagonia
The outdoor apparel firm says the performer broke an agreement not to use its branding in merchandise.
BBC Inside Science
From Hay Festival 2026, a dive into a big year for our oceans.
BBC Inside Science
El Niño is stirring in the Pacific Ocean and may well be one of the strongest yet.