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UK homes to get £15bn for solar and green tech to cut energy bills
The government has announced the details of its long-awaited Warm Homes Plan which promises to cut energy bills.
UK homes to get £15bn for solar and green tech to cut energy bills
The government has announced the details of its long-awaited Warm Homes Plan which promises to cut energy bills.
Cow astonishes scientists with rare use of tools
The discovery suggests cows may have far greater cognitive abilities than previously assumed.
Water companies to face regular MOT-style checks in industry shake-up
The government says the industry will have "nowhere to hide", but campaigners say the reforms do not go far enough.
Hidden cameras reveal what hedgehogs really get up to after dark
Hedgehogs are surprisingly common in UK gardens, with food a powerful attraction, say scientists.
Council commits to demolition costs on eroding coast
Four homes in the village have been torn down this winter alone, with more potentially at risk.
When does the Nasa Moon mission launch and who are the Artemis II crew?
The first crewed Moon mission in 50 years could launch in February, ahead of a future lunar landing.
When does the Nasa Moon mission launch and who are the Artemis II crew?
The first crewed Moon mission in 50 years could launch in February, ahead of a future lunar landing.
Nasa's mega Moon rocket arrives at launch pad for Artemis II mission
Final preparations now get underway for the first crewed mission to the Moon in more than 50 years.
Nasa's mega Moon rocket arrives at launch pad for Artemis II mission
Final preparations now get underway for the first crewed mission to the Moon in more than 50 years.
Landscape beneath Antarctica's icy surface revealed in unprecedented detail
Scientists believe the map could shed light on how Antarctica's vast ice sheet will respond to climate change.
Landscape beneath Antarctica's icy surface revealed in unprecedented detail
Scientists believe the map could shed light on how Antarctica's vast ice sheet will respond to climate change.
BBC Inside Science
Nasa's Artemis II rocket is about to be rolled out. What is the mission hoping to achieve?
BBC Inside Science
Nasa's Artemis II rocket is about to be rolled out. What is the mission hoping to achieve?
Astronauts splash down to Earth after medical evacuation from space station
The four members of Crew-11 beamed as they stepped out of their spacecraft after a safe landing.
Serial houseplant killer? Here's how to keep them alive
The three easiest plants to keep alive and how to make sure you keep them healthy all year round.
UK secures record supply of offshore wind projects
The government says the projects will bring down bills but the Conservatives say it is locking in high wind prices.
UK secures record supply of offshore wind projects
The government says the projects will bring down bills but the Conservatives say it is locking in high wind prices.
Global temperatures dipped in 2025 but more heat records on way, scientists warn
The last three years were Earth's hottest on record, as humanity's carbon emissions continue to heat the planet.
Global temperatures dipped in 2025 but more heat records on way, scientists warn
The last three years were Earth's hottest on record, as humanity's carbon emissions continue to heat the planet.
Cold weather and data centres drive up US greenhouse gas emissions
US emissions of planet-warming gases rise for the first time in three years.
'I wake up at night in fear of losing my home'
A fourth home in the village is being demolished due to the eroding coastline.
Huge Roman villa found under popular park dubbed town's 'Pompeii'
The largest Roman villa ever found in Wales lies less than a metre under Margam Country Park.
Himalayas bare and rocky after reduced winter snowfall, scientists warn
Experts say dwindling snowfall during winter will impact the lives and livelihoods of millions.
Australians brace for 'property loss or worse' as bushfires destroy homes
All regions in Victoria are facing 'catastrophic' or 'extreme' fire warnings
Astronaut's 'serious medical condition' forces Nasa to end space station mission early
It is the first time in Nasa's over-65 year history that a mission will return early due to a health issue.
BBC Inside Science
What rare earths have been found in Greenland, and why do we want them?
BBC Inside Science
What rare earths have been found in Greenland, and why do we want them?
BBC Inside Science
What rare earths have been found in Greenland, and why do we want them?
Trump withdraws US from key climate treaty and dozens of other groups
The White House says the decision was taken because those entities "no longer serve American interests".
More changes to farm inheritance tax plans ruled out
The government says it has listened to farmers and increased the proposed inheritance tax threshold.
Nasa considers whether to bring sick crew member back to Earth
Nasa is assessing what to do next following a medical issue on board the International Space Station.
Carbon capture company lands nearly £1m in backing
The Carbon Removers, based near Dumfries, will use the funding to expand its operations across Europe.
Rare Iron Age war trumpet and boar standard found
The discoveries are "extraordinarily rare", say the archaeologists who helped find them.
Electric car discounts are unsustainable, says industry group
The SMMT warned of a growing gap between consumer demand and the government's ambitions for EVs.
How Christmas trees are getting a new lease of life
Some businesses are helping to recycle and reuse trees in a bid to reduce landfill and emissions.
Trump wants Venezuela's oil. Will his plan work?
Donald Trump has said that American oil firms will invest billions to produce oil in Venezuela.
Biodiversity continues to decline, 2025 data shows
Wallingford scientists contributed to the 2025 indicators with analysis of animal and plant trends.
The debate about whether the NHS should use magic mushrooms to treat depression
Many clinical trials to test the use of psychedelic medicines for conditions such as depression have been underway since 2022 - with surprising results
The debate about whether the NHS should use magic mushrooms to treat depression
Many clinical trials to test the use of psychedelic medicines for conditions such as depression have been underway since 2022 - with surprising results
The debate about whether the NHS should use magic mushrooms to treat depression
Many clinical trials to test the use of psychedelic medicines for conditions such as depression have been underway since 2022 - with surprising results
Record year for wind and solar electricity in Great Britain in 2025
Wind, solar and other renewables hit a new high last year but the government is still some way off its clean power target.
Record year for wind and solar electricity in Great Britain in 2025
Wind, solar and other renewables hit a new high last year but the government is still some way off its clean power target.
Controversial post-Brexit farm subsidy scheme 'landmark moment for Wales'
The post-Brexit subsidy scheme for farmers begins, almost a decade after the vote to leave the EU.
Controversial post-Brexit farm subsidy scheme 'landmark moment for Wales'
The post-Brexit subsidy scheme for farmers begins, almost a decade after the vote to leave the EU.
Controversial post-Brexit farm subsidy scheme 'landmark moment for Wales'
The post-Brexit subsidy scheme for farmers begins, almost a decade after the vote to leave the EU.
BBC Inside Science
From what came before the big bang to why snowflakes are six sided.
BBC Inside Science
From what came before the big bang to why snowflakes are six sided.
Intriguing finds could solve mystery of women in medieval cemetery
There is growing evidence that the women were part of an early female religious community.
Intriguing finds could solve mystery of women in medieval cemetery
There is growing evidence that the women were part of an early female religious community.
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