'Buck Moon' set to light up sky
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Published: July 24, 2026 16:48
July's full Moon is set to be a special one - Sophia Herod explains why.
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'Buck Moon' set to light up sky
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cqjxdzvk1deo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 24, 2026 16:48
July's full Moon is set to be a special one - Sophia Herod explains why.
Rain returns for some parts of the UK
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Published: July 24, 2026 16:12
Rain is returning for some of us this weekend – but is it enough for places that have seen little or now rain for weeks?
France orders evacuation of peninsula as hundreds flee wildfires by boat
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Published: July 24, 2026 07:07
The fire has raged in the region for several days with officials on Friday morning saying it had continued to progress overnight.
Play area aims to interest children in rare habitat
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Published: July 24, 2026 05:20
A science centre hopes play is the key to making children care about the future of chalk streams.
Rare night heron spotted at National Trust site
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cy078pej4jxo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 24, 2026 05:17
The small bird, which is widespread across Africa, Asia, the Americas and Europe, is seen on camera.
Heatwave anxiety can make you feel 'incredibly helpless' - here's how to manage it
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cgk4xrznxn5o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 24, 2026 00:05
Extreme heat can take a toll on mental health - and young people and women are among the groups most at risk, according to one study.
Scientists find building blocks of birdsong's 'spectacular diversity'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cwy4eg5dpyzo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 23, 2026 23:55
A scientific study has revealed the acoustic secret that connects all birdsong - and it is surprisingly simple
BBC Inside Science
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Published: July 23, 2026 16:00
Will the US army benefit from testing its male soldiers for testosterone levels?
Can you be fined for using a hosepipe?
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Published: July 23, 2026 15:39
Ben Rich looks at what is and isn't allowed during a hosepipe ban.
Illegal waste investigation sees £275k forfeited
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Published: July 23, 2026 12:36
The investigation spans Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Shropshire, police say.
Islanders asked to 'track' not 'trample' Asian hornets
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cgje2n68g3yo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 23, 2026 11:31
More than 200 Asian hornet queens have been caught and nine nests destroyed so far this year.
When can you see the Perseid meteor shower?
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Published: July 23, 2026 10:06
The Perseid meteor shower is set to light up the night sky, putting on a spectacular treat for skygazers.
When can you see the Perseid meteor shower?
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Published: July 23, 2026 10:06
The Perseid meteor shower is set to light up the night sky, putting on a spectacular treat for skygazers.
River levels approach all-time low as drought announcement looms
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c80n5rvx917o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 23, 2026 05:12
An announcement is expected from NRW as some river levels are reported to be nearing all-time lows.
River levels approach all-time low as drought announcement looms
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Published: July 23, 2026 05:12
An announcement is expected from NRW as some river levels are reported to be nearing all-time lows.
Butterfly city blooms in shadow of office blocks
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Published: July 23, 2026 05:03
A patch of land in Hull city centre has been allowed to grow wild to create a haven for insects.
Hosepipe ban in force for millions of households - is your area affected?
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Published: July 23, 2026 02:11
More than eight million households have been placed under hosepipe bans - which has raised questions about how effectively water resources are being managed.
Hosepipe ban in force for millions of households - is your area affected?
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Published: July 23, 2026 02:11
More than eight million households have been placed under hosepipe bans - which has raised questions about how effectively water resources are being managed.
Most sewage spills in England may be illegal, new research suggests
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Published: July 22, 2026 23:47
The new analysis from a prominent water campaigner emerged after secret court documents were leaked.
Most sewage spills in England may be illegal, new research suggests
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Published: July 22, 2026 23:47
The new analysis from a prominent water campaigner emerged after secret court documents were leaked.
Fate of massive 20m-high space radar in ministers' hands
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cn0nxe1g3xxo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 22, 2026 12:04
The MoD wants to put 27 giant radar dishes in Pembrokeshire, which campaigners have strongly opposed.
Fate of massive 20m-high space radar in ministers' hands
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cn0nxe1g3xxo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 22, 2026 12:04
The MoD wants to put 27 giant radar dishes in Pembrokeshire, which campaigners have strongly opposed.
UK's largest wind farm to be rebuilt with fewer, larger turbines
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cvgl9vp4vqvo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 22, 2026 06:12
Whitelee Windfarm has been producing electricity for about 20 years on a stretch of moorland near Eaglesham but is reaching the end of its life.
How farmers could fix Wales' polluted rivers and save money
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Published: July 22, 2026 05:23
Farmers have a crucial role in cleaning up one of the UK's most polluted river systems, a study shows.
How farmers could fix Wales' polluted rivers and save money
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Published: July 22, 2026 05:23
Farmers have a crucial role in cleaning up one of the UK's most polluted river systems, a study shows.
How farmers could fix Wales' polluted rivers and save money
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cvgj2vdl8r2o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 22, 2026 05:23
Farmers have a crucial role in cleaning up one of the UK's most polluted river systems, a study shows.
Tokyo urges men to wear shorts to work, but women say it's 'leg hair harassment'
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Published: July 21, 2026 22:26
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government wants workers to ditch the suit and tie for t-shirts, trainers - and shorts.
Tokyo urges men to wear shorts to work, but women say it's 'leg hair harassment'
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Published: July 21, 2026 22:26
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government wants workers to ditch the suit and tie for t-shirts, trainers - and shorts.
PFAS treatment 'could cost £210m and higher bills'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c87n8y4j8q0o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 21, 2026 17:21
The final report from a scientific panel recommends Jersey Water adheres to a lower PFAS levels.
Record number of osprey chicks for nature reserve
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ckg6z1djyrpo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 21, 2026 16:20
Cumbria Wildlife Trust says it is delighted to see a new breeding pair boosting numbers.
Brazil's Amazon sees sharp decline in size of area burned in 2025
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cqx78eplqqlo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 21, 2026 15:57
The amount of land burned in the world's largest rainforest was the smallest since MapBiomas records began in 1985.
Brazil's Amazon sees sharp decline in size of area burned in 2025
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cqx78eplqqlo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 21, 2026 15:57
The amount of land burned in the world's largest rainforest was the smallest since MapBiomas records began in 1985.
Brazil's Amazon sees sharp decline in size of area burned in 2025
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cqx78eplqqlo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 21, 2026 15:57
The amount of land burned in the world's largest rainforest was the smallest since MapBiomas records began in 1985.
UK's bumblebees are struggling in heatwaves
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/c4gxw0dpp0jo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 21, 2026 11:13
UK bumblebees could suffer sharp falls in their numbers as heatwaves become more frequent.
Tropical Storm Bertha threatens US Gulf coast
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Published: July 21, 2026 02:42
Storm surges up to 4ft are possible along parts of the Louisiana and Mississippi coasts, officials say.
Is UK facing drought for second summer in a row?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/articles/cjwx0xv571eo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 21, 2026 00:12
The longest dry spell in over 30 years for central England raises concerns about drought and when it might rain.
Bumblebees are struggling in UK heatwaves - but you can help them
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c141lymnl2yo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 21, 2026 00:01
The furry bodies of UK bumblebees are specially adapted for cold weather - making heatwaves a struggle.
Bumblebees are struggling in UK heatwaves - but you can help them
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c141lymnl2yo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 21, 2026 00:01
The furry bodies of UK bumblebees are specially adapted for cold weather - making heatwaves a struggle.
Bumblebees are struggling in UK heatwaves - but you can help them
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c141lymnl2yo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 21, 2026 00:01
The furry bodies of UK bumblebees are specially adapted for cold weather - making heatwaves a struggle.
Canadian wildfires rage as Trump warns Carney again over 'poisoning' US air
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/crl7n6j7gr3o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 20, 2026 18:16
The US president raised the issue with the the Canadian prime minister while the pair attended the World Cup Final in New Jersey.
The hunger-striking engineer demanding education reforms in India
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cq562x2zlw4o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 20, 2026 12:25
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has a long history of challenging the status quo and refusing food to highlight his causes.
Fight to save rare ecosystem of chalk streams
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Published: July 20, 2026 06:12
We visit Langford Lakes nature reserve in Wiltshire, home to the River Wylye chalk stream.
Controversial farm subsidy scheme gets billion pound budget
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cr7kn49y3vdo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 20, 2026 05:49
The protest-hit Sustainable Farming Scheme has been introduced after almost a decade in development.
Controversial farm subsidy scheme gets billion pound budget
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cr7kn49y3vdo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 20, 2026 05:49
The protest-hit Sustainable Farming Scheme has been introduced after almost a decade in development.
'Hidden time-capsule of UK biodiversity' unlocked
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cze9ee1yej9o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 20, 2026 05:25
The specimens with links to Charles Darwin will soon be studied by scientists across the world.
Going with the flow: Renewable energy battery breakthrough
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c3dyd4l8250o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 20, 2026 05:23
A 3D-printed battery designed at Queen's University Belfast could speed up energy storage research.
Going with the flow: Renewable energy battery breakthrough
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c3dyd4l8250o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 20, 2026 05:23
A 3D-printed battery designed at Queen's University Belfast could speed up energy storage research.
Wolves return to park two years after pack deaths
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c78g11jyelxo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 20, 2026 05:13
New Forest Wildlife Park has welcomed the new wolves from France and Belgium.
The underwater harvest hoping for a bumper crop
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cd69qdg7l95o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 20, 2026 05:12
Volunteers harvest seagrass seeds in a bid to boost underwater meadows in the south of England.
From coffee grounds to guinea pig bedding - the composters keeping it local
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c78y2q6ve04o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 19, 2026 11:33
Food waste is a resource like water and should be kept in communities, compost champions say.
From coffee grounds to guinea pig bedding - the composters keeping it local
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c78y2q6ve04o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 19, 2026 11:33
Food waste is a resource like water and should be kept in communities, compost champions say.
Shark scientists gets £1m to help protect them
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cly9yyj829ro?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 19, 2026 11:11
Natural England's Species Recovery Programme will focus on the blue shark, porbeagle and tope.
Britain set for butterfly boom after hot spring
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/crrv5lw7017o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 19, 2026 11:00
A scientist says Britain could be on the verge of a bumper summer for butterflies.
Is Burnham promising a new dawn for North Sea oil and gas?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4g3l22ry6wo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 19, 2026 07:58
The incoming PM is expected to announce fresh support for the North Sea from day one of his premiership.
Is Burnham promising a new dawn for North Sea oil and gas?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4g3l22ry6wo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 19, 2026 07:58
The incoming PM is expected to announce fresh support for the North Sea from day one of his premiership.
How new bird show hopes to help endangered flyers
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Published: July 19, 2026 06:24
Endangered birds are the stars of one of five new shows at Kynren as part of conservation plans.
Britain 'set for bumper year' for butterflies
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cwyml03r1e9o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 19, 2026 06:14
A hot and dry spring means a greater variety and more butterflies across the UK, a charity says.
The hidden cost of the night shift and how to sleep it off
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cp9errxl97go?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 19, 2026 00:01
More than three million people in the UK work night shifts, which can greatly impact their health. What can be done to help them?
Second half of summer to bring chances for rain but heatwave threat persists
https://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/articles/c07rex9p7x2o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 18, 2026 01:05
Forecasts suggest the weather could turn more changeable during late July and August but the risk of heatwaves remains.
Diamonds and 'cab to orbit': The rocket aiming to transform India's space ambitions
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/clyekv7rld3o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 18, 2026 00:39
India's first space-tech unicorn Skyroot Aerospace is set to launch Vikram-1 on Saturday.
Diamonds and 'cab to orbit': The rocket aiming to transform India's space ambitions
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/clyekv7rld3o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 18, 2026 00:39
India's first space-tech unicorn Skyroot Aerospace is set to launch Vikram-1 on Saturday.
What this desert city can teach the world about tackling heat deaths
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Published: July 17, 2026 23:56
Maricopa County in Arizona has some of the hottest temperatures, but it has reduced the number of heat-related deaths.
EU proposes slowing down cuts to carbon emissions for businesses
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Published: July 17, 2026 17:52
Under the proposals, the EU plans to relax its emissions trading system to give companies more time to reduce their carbon output.
EU proposes slowing down cuts to carbon emissions for businesses
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Published: July 17, 2026 17:52
Under the proposals, the EU plans to relax its emissions trading system to give companies more time to reduce their carbon output.
US Republicans accuse Canada of wildfire inaction
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cwyq93j34lgo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 17, 2026 16:51
Canadian leader Mark Carney says both countries have a responsibility to fight climate change.
US Republicans accuse Canada of wildfire inaction
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cwyq93j34lgo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 17, 2026 16:51
Canadian leader Mark Carney says both countries have a responsibility to fight climate change.
Perseid meteors to light up night sky in one of the year's most active showers
https://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/articles/c7vg667m4y5o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 17, 2026 15:59
The Perseid meteor shower will light up the night sky over the next five weeks.
UK heatwave hits two-week mark
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cly9zk1wrw9o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 17, 2026 15:18
It is the longest dry spell in 30 years for parts of England as the UK heatwave reaches 14 days.
First atmosphere found on Earth-like planet in habitable zone of distant star
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cy4kdd1e0ejo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 17, 2026 12:58
Researchers have found an Earth-like, rocky planet orbiting within the habitable zone of a distant star with an atmosphere.
First atmosphere found on Earth-like planet in habitable zone of distant star
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Published: July 17, 2026 12:58
Researchers have found an Earth-like, rocky planet orbiting within the habitable zone of a distant star with an atmosphere.
Too hot to fly: the airports at risk from climate change
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cly5vw5xdz8o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 17, 2026 11:31
Simon King looks at the threats posed to airline operations by hotter weather and rising sea levels.
'Cheeky' pigs restore heathland on island reserve
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cly9z8xpj4jo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 17, 2026 10:51
The Mangalitsa-cross pigs on Brownsea Island in Poole Harbour will eventually grow to about 180kg.
River work to help critically endangered eels
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c0km4p2zx7yo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 17, 2026 09:53
West Cumbria Rivers Trust says eel numbers have fallen by 90% in the last 30 years.
Curlew chicks released to boost species numbers
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c6212gynxd5o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: July 17, 2026 05:06
Curlew Country is hoping to improve the birds' chances by making sure they get the best start.