Science Update
UK found guilty of dirty air breach by EU court
The UK is found guilty of “systematically and persistently” breaching air pollution limits.
Climate change: Will China take a 'great leap' to a greener economy?
A new five-year plan may signal a switch from fossil fuels, but economic worries could limit change.
Then and now: A 'megadrought' in California
See how extreme weather has affected an crucial reservoir in California.
Life discovered deep beneath an Antarctic ice sheet 'shouldn't be there'
Researchers hoping to collect mud samples deep beneath an Antarctic ice sheet were amazed to discover small creatures living in the dark, freezing water.
Budget 2021: No 'green revolution' from Sunak
Green measures such as a change to the Bank of England's remit do not go far enough, critics say.
'UK first' nuclear fusion plan for Nottinghamshire power station
A Nottinghamshire power station is put forward as a possible site for a prototype reactor.
Mars: Nasa's Perseverance rover sends stunning images
Amazing images as Nasa's Perseverance rover lands on Mars and seeks signs of past microbial life.
DR Congo's Virunga National Park: The deadly job of protecting gorillas
In the past year, more than 20 rangers have been killed defending Africa's oldest national park.
The 'LitterCam' that's watching you
AI software can now match footage of motorists throwing rubbish with their car's number plate and issue an automatic fine .
Glow-in-the-dark sharks found off New Zealand coast
The sharks live in deep waters and are thought to use light as a form of camouflage.
Human origins: 'Little Foot' fossil's big journey out of Africa
How the priceless skull of an ancient ancestor was brought to the UK from South Africa for study.
Documenting emperor penguins in Antarctica
Stefan Christmann spent almost 15 months in Antarctica alongside 10,000 emperor penguins.
Biden urged to back AI weapons to counter China and Russia threats
A long-awaited report says the US president should ignore calls for a ban on autonomous weapons.
Radar images capture new Antarctic mega-iceberg
Spacecraft that can see through cloud get their first good look at the frozen block known as A74.
UK meteor spotted above Midsomer Norton and Bath
Social media users reported seeing a 'flash' with a 'tail of orange light' in the night sky.
Letter demands action over 'UK nature in freefall'
Wildlife experts urge the Prime Minister to step up action on the loss of species in the UK.
Cumbria coal mine plan 'damaging PM's reputation'
Foreign ambassadors say Boris Johnson's tacit support for the mine prompts accusations of hypocrisy.
Pompeii: Archaeologists unveil ceremonial chariot discovery
The ornate discovery was used during festivities and parades almost 2,000 years ago, experts say.
Bitcoin energy use 'bigger than most countries'
Could the cryptocurrency's huge electricity consumption also sink it?
Aberdeen physicist behind first full-body MRI scanner dies
Prof John Mallard, formerly of Aberdeen University, was known for his pioneering work in medical imaging.