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Stone tool discovery suggests very first humans were inventors
The find shows that the technology was passed down through thousands of generations.
Selfies as William begins Brazil visit for environment prize
The prince has key environmental work planned with the Earthshot Prize and a speech at the COP30 summit - but started with a cable car trip up Sugarloaf Mountain.
Antarctic glacier's rapid retreat sparks scientific 'whodunnit'
A new study suggests that changes to Hektoria Glacier are unprecedented - but not all scientists agree.
Antarctic glacier's rapid retreat sparks scientific 'whodunnit'
A new study suggests that changes to Hektoria Glacier are unprecedented - but not all scientists agree.
Firms ordered to reduce forever chemicals in drinking water sources for 6 million people
The persistent pollutants which build up in the environment have been linked to serious illnesses.
Hedgerows and mob grazing: Can farming fix its carbon black hole?
Scottish ministers are putting the finishing touches to a plan aimed at reducing planet-warming emissions.
Devastation on repeat: How climate change is worsening Pakistan's deadly floods
The BBC speaks to those who have lost everything in this year's monsoon season and finds out why it will likely happen again.
Bats are seeking sanctuary in churches - but they're making an unholy mess
A new study estimates that about half of all churches in England have bats living in them.
Bats are seeking sanctuary in churches - but they're making an unholy mess
A new study estimates that about half of all churches in England have bats living in them.
BBC Inside Science
The science of what makes hurricanes so deadly.
BBC Inside Science
The science of what makes hurricanes so deadly.
What is COP30 and why does it matter?
World leaders will soon gather for the annual UN meeting on how to tackle climate change.
Teesside hydrogen plant decision delayed again
BP and Teesworks are locked in a dispute over a patch of land at the former steelworks in Redcar.
Rare wolf spider rediscovered after 40 years
The team that found the tiny orange-legged arachnid have named it the white-knuckled wolf spider.
Sir David Attenborough backs bid to buy estate
Wildlife trusts attempt to raise 30m to keep Northumberland's Rothbury Estate from being split up.
Britain's energy bills problem - and why firms are paid huge sums to stop producing power
Could the government's radical plan to change the way the UK distributes electricity really bring down bills - or just lead to a postcode lottery?
How do hurricanes form and are they getting stronger?
These powerful tropical storms are generally becoming more intense as the world warms.
What makes Melissa such a dangerous storm?
Melissa's 185 mph winds at landfall means it could eclipse all storms the island has experienced before.
Most countries fail to submit new climate pledges ahead of summit
The UN's review of national climate plans shows the world is well off track to limit warming
These robots can clean, exercise - and care for you in old age. Would you trust them to?
It sounds like something from a sci-fi film - but some scientists believe this clever new tech could help alleviate strains on the UK care system
Bird flu confirmed at commercial poultry premises
Defra says a 3km (1.9 mile) protection zone is in place and all birds at the site will be culled.
The striking Swedish workers taking on carmaker Tesla
The industrial action against the company's operation in Sweden has reached its second anniversary.
South Korea's fishermen keep dying. Is climate change to blame?
An increase in deadly incidents has been partly caused by climate change, an inquiry found.
Water companies told to refund £260m to customers for poor performance
But bills are still due to rise to fund improvements to water infrastructure.
BBC Inside Science
The bionic microchip implant which allows registered blind people to see again.
World Cup sends 'dangerous message' on climate
In eight months the 2026 World Cup will make history as the biggest single sporting event - but not everyone is celebrating.
Mosquitoes found in Iceland for first time after record heat
The country was previously one of the world's only mosquito-free zones.
Fining firms for sewage spills will get 'quicker and easier', says government
The plans would see automatic fines for some offences and the burden of proof lowered for others.
'It's harder to be a parent than a space shuttle commander', trailblazing Nasa pilot tells BBC
The BBC speaks to astronaut Eileen Collins, the first woman to pilot and command a Nasa spacecraft.
'It's harder to be a parent than a space shuttle commander', trailblazing Nasa pilot tells BBC
The BBC speaks to astronaut Eileen Collins, the first woman to pilot and command a Nasa spacecraft.
Brazil grants oil exploration licence in Amazon region
The project by state oil giant Petrobras has faced dismay and opposition from conservationists.
Housing secretary says 'job on the line' over 1.5m housing target
Housing secretary tells BBC Panorama widespread scepticism will make hitting target "all the sweeter".
From Hollywood to horticulture: Cate Blanchett on a mission to save seeds
The Hollywood actor teams up with Kew's Millenium Seed Bank as it celebrates its 25th anniversary.
From Hollywood to horticulture: Cate Blanchett on a mission to save seeds
The Hollywood actor teams up with Kew's Millenium Seed Bank as it celebrates its 25th anniversary.
Skeletons found in mass grave are ancient Roman soldiers, study finds
The archaeological discovery in Croatia contains seven male skeletons scientists believe are 1,700 years old.
Chinese Nobel laureate and physicist Chen Ning Yang dies aged 103
Yang, one of the world's most influential scientists, earned global recognition for his work in theoretical physics.
Mystery heatwave warms Pacific Ocean to new record
Temperatures have surged across a large area of the north Pacific - and scientists don't know exactly why.
Mystery heatwave warms Pacific Ocean to new record
Temperatures have surged across a large area of the north Pacific - and scientists don't know exactly why.
Landmark deal to cut global shipping emissions in tatters after US pressure
President Trump intervened in the talks calling the deal a "green scam".
Landmark deal to cut global shipping emissions in tatters after US pressure
President Trump intervened in the talks calling the deal a "green scam".
BBC Inside Science
The science and maths of playing The Traitors recorded at Green Man Festival.
Bears kill seven people in Japan this year as attacks hit record high
Seven people have died since April this year - the highest number since figures started being recorded in 2006, officials say.
Australia's rainforests are releasing more carbon than they absorb, warn scientists
Australia's rainforests are the first in the world to make the "concerning" switch, say scientists.
Artificial reef created at offshore wind farm
The reef protects the wind turbine and serves as a home for a wide range of marine life.
Netherlands' renewables drive putting pressure on its power grid
Homes asked to use less electricity as network is overloaded by the rush to wind and solar power.
Controversial UK oil field publishes full scale of climate impact
The impact from the Rosebank oil field is estimated at nearly 250 million tonnes of planet warming CO2.
Government told to prepare for 2C warming by 2050
The Climate Change Committee said the UK should make climate change adaptions beyond the Paris Agreement.
Red Tractor ad banned for misleading environmental claims
The Advertising Standards Authority upheld a complaint by environment charity River Action.
Pictured: Winning entries for Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2025
South African photographer Wim van den Heever takes the main prize for his shot
Government approves 'UK's largest' solar farm
Developers claim it will power about 300,000 homes - making it larger than any currently built.
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