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New research suggests glacier melt driven by climate change is increasing the risk of giant waves.
Wed, 06 May 2026 12:00:25 GMT
A computer science team believes they have discovered a previously unknown sketch of King Henry VIII's second wife - but not everyone is convinced.
Fri, 01 May 2026 23:01:44 GMT
An algorithm has suggested images of what were thought to be Anne Boleyn might not be.
Fri, 01 May 2026 14:44:02 GMT
The loss of tropical rainforests eased last year, according to new analysis, but scientists warn they are still disappearing rapidly.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:26:08 GMT
Visitors will be able to watch live veterinary procedures inside a state-of-the-art new animal hospital.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:20:26 GMT
One of the UK's largest chicken producers and a water company accused of polluting three rivers including the River Wye
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 23:01:47 GMT
Jane and Tony Coyle spent seven years waiting for planning permission due to River Lugg pollution.
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 06:20:08 GMT
Some 60 countries are meeting in Colombia as frustration grows with lack of progress in tackling climate change
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:42:44 GMT
Giant octopuses may have ruled the oceans 100 million years ago, according to fossil evidence.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:04:39 GMT
School uniforms and non-stick pans are some of the everyday products that should stop using chemicals called PFAS, MPs say.
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:11:24 GMT
The war in the Middle East has brought renewed attention to Britain's vulnerability to energy price shocks.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:53:27 GMT
The four crew members gave their first press conference since they splashed down nearly a week ago, and emphasised hope and unity.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 21:49:38 GMT
A warming climate has helped some to flourish, researchers say, but the outlook is troubling.
Tue, 14 Apr 2026 23:14:24 GMT
The Woodland Trust urges people to "stick to the path" when visiting and photographing bluebell woods.
Sun, 10 May 2026 06:30:42 GMT
PhD student Sophie Rabone is considering the impact of reintroducing the species more widely.
Sun, 10 May 2026 06:20:47 GMT
The Environment Agency is seeking the abandoned pets in order to protect native fish.
Sun, 10 May 2026 04:47:21 GMT
The project uses GPS 'backpacks' to track the hedgehogs as they become an increasingly rare sight.
Sat, 09 May 2026 23:06:38 GMT
Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust says the campaign, focusing on nature recovery, is its biggest yet.
Sat, 09 May 2026 10:27:38 GMT
James O'Donoghue, from the University of Reading, is awarded the 2026 Carl Sagan medal.
Sun, 10 May 2026 06:27:25 GMT
The US has published transcripts, video clips and audio recordings about unidentified flying objects.
Fri, 08 May 2026 22:04:55 GMT
How to see the Eta Aquariid meteor shower
Mon, 04 May 2026 12:11:23 GMT
The astrolabe - or astronomical computer - is possibly the largest in existence and had never been exhibited before.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:19:12 GMT
Blank negative photographic film sealed in a bag is sent to edge of space using a helium balloon.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:23:12 GMT
Molecules that can capture heat could be a useful technology to decarbonise heating.
Sat, 09 May 2026 08:28:23 GMT
New research suggests glacier melt driven by climate change is increasing the risk of giant waves.
Wed, 06 May 2026 12:00:25 GMT
Figures show that spring drought events are happening more often while there has been a sharp rise in "fire weather".
Wed, 06 May 2026 05:18:27 GMT
Scientists found seagrass meadows affected by sewage had far fewer small invertebrates, like crabs.
Sat, 02 May 2026 10:46:54 GMT
Recent studies show a decline in the public's sense of urgency around reaching net zero.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:46:26 GMT
We explore whether Pluto should regain its title as the solar system’s ninth planet
Thu, 07 May 2026 20:00:00 GMT
We explore the mechanisms causing Europe's warming twice as fast as the global average.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Creating and manufacturing a novel vaccine capable of combatting bird flu.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMT
What was learnt from the Chernobyl disaster and how has it shaped UK energy production?
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMT
BBC Science Editor Rebecca Morelle reflects on how it felt to watch history being made.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 23:17:07 GMT
As the astronauts pass behind the Moon they will experience a moment of silence and solitude as communication with the Earth is blocked.
Sun, 05 Apr 2026 23:02:53 GMT
Rebecca Morelle speaks to astronaut Jeremy Hansen ahead of the Artemis II Moon mission.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 23:30:00 GMT
Lunar discoveries and a space race with China is seeing the US invest time and money to get to the Moon - and beyond.
Sun, 29 Mar 2026 23:50:21 GMT
Nasa says technical problems that have delayed the rocket are fixed and it is ready for launch.
Thu, 12 Mar 2026 21:21:11 GMT
The question of how important making our electricity clean is to going green is coming under increasing scrutiny
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 23:20:22 GMT
Britain is preparing to cancel its contribution to one of the Large Hadron Collider's next major upgrades.
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:40:16 GMT
For many, the idea of soulmates still shapes how love is understood.
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:01:47 GMT
Many clinical trials to test the use of psychedelic medicines for conditions such as depression have been underway since 2022 - with surprising results
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 15:47:15 GMT
The US president is notably absent from these UN climate talks, as are other world leaders, all of which prompts questions about the purpose of COP today.
Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:09:19 GMT