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Nasa delays astronaut flight around the Moon
The US is pushing back its planned return to the Moon as it fixes a heat shield issue.
How citizen scientists are uncovering the secret lives of blue whales
A thrifty study uncovers a wealth of data about one of the world's largest and most elusive species.
Wolves in EU lose safeguards, allowing culls as numbers soar
The European Commission says numbers have soared and the animals are now causing damage to livestock.
Top UN court to rule on key climate questions
The significant case could clarify governments' legal responsibilities in relation to climate change.
Bee-harming pesticides found in majority of English waterways
The chemicals can harm insects and marine wildlife, environmental charities warn.
Will flights really reach net zero by 2050 - and at what cost to passengers?
Governments don’t want to tell people they’re going to have to pay more, argues an expert.
Sharp rise in bathing sites rated unfit for swimming
The government blames the water companies and says tougher regulation is on the way
Will China step up if Trump takes a step back on climate change?
How future talks will play out if another superpower comes to the fore, just as the US steps back
Is nuclear power gaining new energy?
Countries around the world are building new nuclear power stations.
Huge deal struck but is it enough? 5 takeaways from a dramatic COP29
Fraught debate revealed the divide between rich and poor as the UN conference sealed a climate finance deal.
This year set to be first to breach 1.5C global warming limit
It is also set to be the world's first breach of 1.5C of warming across an entire calendar year.
Politicians not ambitious enough to save nature, say scientists
Representatives of 196 countries have been meeting in Cali, Colombia, as part of the COP biodiversity summit.
Deadliest weather made worse by climate change - scientists
Human-caused climate change made recent extreme weather events more intense and more likely, new analysis finds.
China's giant sinkholes are a tourist hit - but ancient forests inside are at risk
These caves were unexplored for thousands of years, protected by swirling mists and terrifying tales.
Alarm call as world's trees slide towards extinction
Scientists have revealed that more than a third of tree species are facing extinction.
World way off target in tackling climate change - UN
The world is wildly off track in tackling climate change, the UN says, as CO2 in the atmosphere accumulates faster than ever
Polar bears face higher risk of disease in a warming Arctic
Climate change and sea ice loss leaves polar bears exposed to more diseases, research suggests.
Nature presenter Chris Packham settles case over axing of green policy
The TV presenter says the previous Tory administration was "reckless" to scale back climate policy.
Mega meteorite tore up seabed and boiled Earth's oceans
It was 200 times bigger than the one that wiped out the dinosaurs nearly three billion years later.
What is biodiversity and how can we protect it?
Colombia is hosting talks to assess global progress in protecting 30% of all land and water by 2030.
New study on moons of Uranus raises chance of life
The planet Uranus and its five biggest moons may not be the sterile worlds scientists have long thought.
Somebody moved UK's oldest satellite, and no-one knows who or why
Britain's oldest satellite is in the wrong part of the sky, but no-one's really sure who moved it.
What's next for Elon Musk's SpaceX Starship rocket?
The world's most powerful rocket is expected to be back in action again soon
Joyful welcome by stranded astronauts for SpaceX capsule crew
A capsule sent to bring back two astronauts stranded on the International Space Station has docked.
Astronauts reveal what life is like on ISS – and how they deal with 'space smell'
As Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore spend months longer than planned on ISS, three astronauts tell us what life is like in orbit.
Reservoir of liquid water found deep in Martian rocks
Studies of quakes detected from the planet's surface found it in the planet's rocky outer crust.
Europe's Ariane-6 rocket blasts off on maiden flight
After a successful launch, the upper-stage of the rocket goes on to experience an anomaly.
Who owns the Moon? A new space race means it could be up for grabs
A race for the lunar surface's resources is currently under way. What’s to stop a Wild West opening up?
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Turkey's 3m Syrian refugees face big decision on going home or staying
Thousands of Syrians have flocked to Turkey's borders with Syria, but not everyone will want to go back yet.
Russian spies planned to kidnap journalist, trial hears
The Old Bailey has heard a Russian spy cell planned to kidnap a journalist and smuggle him out of the UK.
How meddling blamed on Russia exploited real grievances in Romania
Romanians are still stunned by the last-minute cancellation of the presidential election after allegations of "massive" meddling by Moscow.
Syrian asylum seekers in limbo as countries stop applications
Austria, Germany, the United Kingdom, France, and Greece have all said they will suspend asylum decisions for now.
Germany to tighten people-smuggling law in UK deal
The Joint Action Plan sees Germany commit to making it easier to prosecute those facilitating people-smuggling to the UK.
French court finds author guilty of downplaying Rwandan genocide
Charles Onana said to suggest the killings were planned was "one of the biggest scams" of the last century.
Sabalenka voted WTA Player of the Year
World number one Aryna Sabalenka is voted the WTA Player of the Year after securing four titles in 2024.
43,000 troops killed in war with Russia, Zelensky says
The Ukrainian president also claimed that 198,000 Russian soldiers had been killed and 550,000 wounded.
Moment Georgian press attacked by masked men
The journalist told the Associated Press that the men took their equipment after the attack.
Embattled Macron seeks boost from Notre Dame reopening
With French politics in turmoil, Macron hopes to benefit from the reopening of the cathedral.
Gisèle Pelicot lifts her sunglasses and chooses to fight back
The woman at the centre of the mass rape case sees her public trial as a chance to "stand for all victims".
Irish party teams to start talks on government formation
Simon Harris and Micheál Martin met on Monday which they described as "positive" and "constructive".
How a uranium mine became a pawn in the row between Niger and France
France's nuclear giant has lost control of its uranium mining operations in the West African state.
Five dead, more feared missing after The Hague flat explosions
Police say a car drove away "at very high speed" shortly after the explosions.
Russia's 'meat-grinder' tactics bring battlefield success - but at horrendous cost
As 2024 draws to a close, Russian forces are continuing to push their Ukrainian opponents back.
Alleged Russian election-meddling in Romania resurrects dark memories
The shock move to annul Romania's election over interference throws any certainty out of the window.
EU tries to get closer to South America with trade deal
The pact promises lower tariffs but may still meet resistance from European countries.
Ukraine gave up its nuclear weapons. Now it's asking why
It's 30 years since Ukraine agreed to give up its nuclear arsenal. Some now question why they did.
Romania's cancelled presidential election and why it matters
A court ruling follows intelligence allegations of Russian interference promoting a far-right candidate.
Why France's turmoil is grave concern for Europe
There's no end in sight to the political instability as French PM Barnier faces a no-confidence vote.
Moment of big opportunity and high risk for Marine Le Pen
Backing the collapse of Michel Barnier's French government is a high-stakes gamble for the far right leader.
Moment Georgian press attacked by masked men
The journalist told the Associated Press that the men took their equipment after the attack.
Notre-Dame: World leaders join Macron for cathedral reopening
Notre Dame has officially reopened more than five years after it was badly damaged in a fire.
Asteroid lights up sky over Russia's far east
The European Space Agency said the asteroid measured 70cm and was spotted about 12 hours in advance.
Fireworks fired at police during Georgia protests
Demonstrations have been taking place for a fourth night in Tbilisi after Georgia's EU bid was suspended.
Georgia's pro-EU president vows to stay 'until someone is legitimately elected'
Georgia's pro-EU president vows to stay 'until someone is legitimately elected'
Watch: First look inside Notre-Dame ahead of reopening
The gothic cathedral in Paris has been refurbished following a devastating fire in 2019.
BBC reports from mass protest at 'crucial moment for Georgia'
The BBC's Steve Rosenberg reports from the centre of Tbilisi, as pro-Eu protesters clash with police.
Ros Atkins On... Are North Korean troops fighting in Ukraine?
The BBC's analysis editor looks at what we know about the claims that North Korean troops are involved in the war in Ukraine.
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Nasa delays astronaut flight around the Moon
The US is pushing back its planned return to the Moon as it fixes a heat shield issue.
How citizen scientists are uncovering the secret lives of blue whales
A thrifty study uncovers a wealth of data about one of the world's largest and most elusive species.
Wolves in EU lose safeguards, allowing culls as numbers soar
The European Commission says numbers have soared and the animals are now causing damage to livestock.
Top UN court to rule on key climate questions
The significant case could clarify governments' legal responsibilities in relation to climate change.
Bee-harming pesticides found in majority of English waterways
The chemicals can harm insects and marine wildlife, environmental charities warn.
Will flights really reach net zero by 2050 - and at what cost to passengers?
Governments don’t want to tell people they’re going to have to pay more, argues an expert.
Sharp rise in bathing sites rated unfit for swimming
The government blames the water companies and says tougher regulation is on the way
Will China step up if Trump takes a step back on climate change?
How future talks will play out if another superpower comes to the fore, just as the US steps back
Is nuclear power gaining new energy?
Countries around the world are building new nuclear power stations.
Huge deal struck but is it enough? 5 takeaways from a dramatic COP29
Fraught debate revealed the divide between rich and poor as the UN conference sealed a climate finance deal.
This year set to be first to breach 1.5C global warming limit
It is also set to be the world's first breach of 1.5C of warming across an entire calendar year.
Politicians not ambitious enough to save nature, say scientists
Representatives of 196 countries have been meeting in Cali, Colombia, as part of the COP biodiversity summit.
Deadliest weather made worse by climate change - scientists
Human-caused climate change made recent extreme weather events more intense and more likely, new analysis finds.
China's giant sinkholes are a tourist hit - but ancient forests inside are at risk
These caves were unexplored for thousands of years, protected by swirling mists and terrifying tales.
Alarm call as world's trees slide towards extinction
Scientists have revealed that more than a third of tree species are facing extinction.
World way off target in tackling climate change - UN
The world is wildly off track in tackling climate change, the UN says, as CO2 in the atmosphere accumulates faster than ever
Polar bears face higher risk of disease in a warming Arctic
Climate change and sea ice loss leaves polar bears exposed to more diseases, research suggests.
Nature presenter Chris Packham settles case over axing of green policy
The TV presenter says the previous Tory administration was "reckless" to scale back climate policy.
Mega meteorite tore up seabed and boiled Earth's oceans
It was 200 times bigger than the one that wiped out the dinosaurs nearly three billion years later.
What is biodiversity and how can we protect it?
Colombia is hosting talks to assess global progress in protecting 30% of all land and water by 2030.
New study on moons of Uranus raises chance of life
The planet Uranus and its five biggest moons may not be the sterile worlds scientists have long thought.
Somebody moved UK's oldest satellite, and no-one knows who or why
Britain's oldest satellite is in the wrong part of the sky, but no-one's really sure who moved it.
What's next for Elon Musk's SpaceX Starship rocket?
The world's most powerful rocket is expected to be back in action again soon
Joyful welcome by stranded astronauts for SpaceX capsule crew
A capsule sent to bring back two astronauts stranded on the International Space Station has docked.
Astronauts reveal what life is like on ISS – and how they deal with 'space smell'
As Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore spend months longer than planned on ISS, three astronauts tell us what life is like in orbit.
Reservoir of liquid water found deep in Martian rocks
Studies of quakes detected from the planet's surface found it in the planet's rocky outer crust.
Europe's Ariane-6 rocket blasts off on maiden flight
After a successful launch, the upper-stage of the rocket goes on to experience an anomaly.
Who owns the Moon? A new space race means it could be up for grabs
A race for the lunar surface's resources is currently under way. What’s to stop a Wild West opening up?