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A mysterious £20m donation has funded a cutting-edge animal hospital at London Zoo, featuring a unique design that allows visitors to observe live veterinary procedures.
The UK's most significant environmental lawsuit has arrived at the High Court, targeting a major chicken producer and water company over alleged contamination of three rivers including the ecologically precious River Wye.
Jane and Tony Coyle faced a debilitating seven-year wait for planning permission, forced to live in a shed after River Lugg pollution halted their building dreams.
Frustrated by UN deadlock, 60 countries gather in Colombia to discuss unprecedented steps toward ending fossil fuel dependence.
Fossil evidence reveals that colossal octopuses spanning 19 meters terrorized prehistoric seas 100 million years ago.
Lawmakers are calling for an immediate ban on harmful PFAS chemicals found in school uniforms and non-stick cookware due to health concerns.
British consumers may see relief from volatile energy costs under proposed pricing reforms addressing vulnerability to global conflicts like the Middle East crisis.
Over 1,500 toads that volunteers helped cross a busy road to reach their breeding grounds may have perished after a water company drained the reservoir.
Volunteers fear 1,000 toads are dead after a water company drained the reservoir where the amphibians were guided to breed.
The Artemis II crew emerges from their historic mission with strengthened bonds and renewed optimism for humanity's space future.
Affordable electricity, not just renewable sources, may be the key to achieving global net zero emissions targets.
Scientists warn that despite the troubling decline of overall butterfly populations, a warming climate is allowing five specific species to expand their numbers.
Newly released footage captures the emotional moment the Artemis II Orion capsule's hatch was opened at sea, revealing a heartwarming reunion with the four astronauts who completed their historic journey.
A £1 million government investment has cleared the path for the potential reintroduction of golden eagles to English skies as early as next year.
Witnessing NASA's historic mission to the Moon from blast-off to splashdown provided an unforgettable perspective on humanity's relentless pursuit of discovery beyond our planet.
Following their historic journey, the Artemis II crew undergoes immediate health evaluations before reuniting with their families.
While the Artemis II mission executed flawlessly, NASA faces daunting technical and logistical challenges before astronauts can finally touch down on the lunar surface.
The RSPB is advising UK residents to stop feeding garden birds during warmer months to help support their natural foraging behaviors and overall wildlife ecosystem.
The Artemis crew will complete their 10-day lunar mission with a scheduled splashdown on Earth on April 10.
Emmy-winning wildlife cameraman Doug Allan, known for his breathtaking work on Blue Planet and collaborations with Sir David Attenborough, has died after falling ill while filming in Nepal.
The Artemis crew of four astronauts returns to Earth carrying groundbreaking lunar discoveries, along with an unprecedented collection of photographs and stories from their lunar expedition.
Renowned wildlife filmmaker Doug Allan, celebrated for his stunning work on 'Blue Planet' with Sir David Attenborough and his eight Emmy Awards, has passed away while on an expedition in Nepal.
With Artemis II performing flawlessly so far, the question remains whether NASA is truly prepared for the complexities of a return to the lunar surface.
NASA has released the first images from its moon fly-by mission, featuring a spectacular 'Earthrise' and solar eclipse as seen by astronauts.
NASA's Artemis II astronauts have made history by traveling further from Earth than any human ever before, marking a triumphant milestone in the agency's first crewed lunar mission in over half a century.
The Artemis II astronauts have re-established communication with NASA after venturing further into the cosmos than any human in history, marking a pivotal moment in their journey home from the Moon.
The Artemis astronauts will face a terrifying but majestic forty minutes of radio silence as the Moon blocks all communication with Earth.
Stunning lunar photographs from Artemis II astronauts have captivated the world while sparking discussions about the balance between scientific documentation and visual aesthetics.
The Artemis II astronauts have reached the halfway point of their lunar journey, capturing a breathtaking photograph of Earth from their Orion capsule.
The Artemis II mission marks humanity's return to deep space exploration, taking astronauts beyond Earth's orbit for the first time since 1972.
The Artemis II astronauts connected with Earth via video link, sharing breathtaking views of their lunar journey and sending heartfelt messages to their families back home.
Following a spectacular launch, the Artemis II crew prepares for a critical engine burn that will propel them beyond Earth's orbit toward the Moon.
The Artemis II crew is currently undergoing rigorous training for their historic mission to orbit the Moon, scheduled for launch next year.
Overcoming technical setbacks, the historic Artemis II mission has successfully launched from Florida, marking the first crewed lunar flight in half a century.
A federal committee known as the "God squad" has waived endangered species protections to allow Gulf oil drilling, a move Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth claims is necessary for national security.
Thousands of space enthusiasts are flocking to Florida's Kennedy Space Centre, creating an electric atmosphere as the historic Artemis moon mission prepares for launch.
The Artemis II crew, comprised of accomplished pilots, engineers, and scientists, share the personal mementos they'll bring on their historic lunar mission, revealing their deepest hopes, fears, and the sacrifices their families make to support their journey to the Moon.
NASA's renewed lunar mission marks the beginning of an ambitious space exploration journey with implications for scientific discovery, international competition, and humanity's future among the stars.
Animal welfare campaigners celebrate as the government launches a consultation that could lead to a ban on trail hunting in the UK.
A jawbone discovered in a Somerset cave reveals that dogs became human companions thousands of years earlier than previously believed, rewriting our understanding of canine domestication.
England saw a dramatic 50% drop in sewage discharges in 2025, largely credited to a fortunate shift in drier weather patterns combined with increased infrastructure spending by water firms.
A recent UN assessment reveals a catastrophic 81% decline in migratory freshwater fish populations over the past 50 years.
New initiatives are set to make plug-in solar panels available in supermarkets alongside mandates for heat pumps in all new homes.
The UN weather agency warns that global climate stability has reached a historic low just as the El Niño phenomenon threatens to intensify extreme weather conditions.
NASA is preparing to launch the Artemis mission, marking humanity's first crewed lunar journey in over five decades.
NASA is preparing to send astronauts around the Moon for the first time in over half a century, with the Artemis rocket now positioned at the launch pad for a potential April liftoff.
The government has announced plans to use public funds to clean up some of England's largest illegal waste dumps, following mounting pressure to address environmental hazards and eyesores blighting communities.
King Charles has officially opened the world's longest coastal path, granting unprecedented public access to England's entire coastline for the first time.
England has officially launched the 2,689-mile King Charles III England Coast Path, granting public access to the entire shoreline for the first time in history.