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Updated 2026-08-29 16:01
The race to stop England running out of water
Who is to blame for the summer drought, and can England future-proof its water supplies?
The race to stop England running out of water
Who is to blame for the summer drought, and can England future-proof its water supplies?
Islanders asked to report sightings of rare eel
The Nature Commission asks people to record sightings of the critically endangered eels.
Strong winds and thunderstorms kick off the bank holiday weekend
Cooler and showery conditions will continue across the weekend and into Monday, bringing a record-breaking summer to a rather damp close as Matt Taylor explains.
How the weather in space can affect us on Earth - and the team trying to protect us
The weather in space has the potential to impact our lives here on Earth in a fundamental way.
How the weather in space can affect us on Earth - and the team trying to protect us
The weather in space has the potential to impact our lives here on Earth in a fundamental way.
Mountain of broken fridges growing across England and Wales
This year's multiple heat waves have increased the numbers of fridges and freezers breaking down.
'Our parents were crossing the border an hour before the flood hit'
Authorities say nearly 2,000 people are missing, including more than 100 Americans and Canadians, as families await word on loved ones after the Nepal flash floods.
Watch: Stargazers around the world glimpse 'Blood Moon' lunar eclipse
Some parts of the globe had a chance to see the rare event when the Sun, Earth and Moon line up in the night sky.
'Please help us find her': Families fly to Nepal in search for 33 missing British nationals
Among the British nationals reported missing are a 13-year-old girl and 14-year-old boy.
GPS collars making shepherds' lives 'much easier'
Brothers Josh and Ben Voak are using a GPS technology featured on the TV show Clarkson's Farm.
Bank holiday weekend to see more thunderstorms and rain
The weather will remain unsettled across the next few days with showers, longer spells of rain and thunderstorms all likely at times across the weekend.
'The flood took everything': Nepal survivors describe horror of loved ones being swept away
One woman says her father, mother, sister and sister's children were carried away before her eyes.
Clean-up of illegal waste supersite costs taxpayers £6m
The bill for clearing the dump in Oxfordshire has been covered by taxpayers.
Clean-up of illegal waste supersite costs taxpayers £6m
The bill for clearing the dump in Oxfordshire has been covered by taxpayers.
BBC Inside Science
The datacentres are coming, potentially in the hundreds.
BBC Inside Science
The datacentres are coming, potentially in the hundreds.
France relaxes strict cheese-making rules after prolonged drought
Makers of some of France's most famous cheeses get waivers on where herds graze due to the lack of grass.
France relaxes strict cheese-making rules after prolonged drought
Makers of some of France's most famous cheeses get waivers on where herds graze due to the lack of grass.
What caused the flooding in Nepal?
Experts point to 'glacial collapse' as the trigger for deadly floods that have swept through parts of Nepal and Tibet.
Michael Sheen hopes 'extraordinary' reaction to toxic waste documentary spurs action
Dozens of people contacted BBC Wales following coverage of Sheen's investigation into chemical giant Monsanto.
Michael Sheen hopes 'extraordinary' reaction to toxic waste documentary spurs action
Dozens of people contacted BBC Wales following coverage of Sheen's investigation into chemical giant Monsanto.
Concerns raised over impact of quad bikes on wildlife
A resident of Carnamoyle says quad bike riders in Lisnagra Woods have been impacting local wildlife.
Concerns raised over impact of quad bikes on wildlife
A resident of Carnamoyle says quad bike riders in Lisnagra Woods have been impacting local wildlife.
Moon set to turn red as rare partial lunar eclipse graces UK skies on Friday
The Moon could glow an eerie red in the early hours of Friday but cloud cover may spoil the spectacle for some parts of the UK.
How can you see Friday's 'Magical' Blood Moon?
A blood red moon may be visible in the early hours of Friday during a partial lunar eclipse.
Food waste processing is 'worth the extra effort'
Cornwall Council says about 36,000 tonnes of food waste has been recycled over two years.
How to watch the partial lunar eclipse from Northern Ireland
Skygazers may see a partial lunar eclipse early on Friday, as the Moon enters Earth's shadow.
How to watch the partial lunar eclipse from Northern Ireland
Skygazers may see a partial lunar eclipse early on Friday, as the Moon enters Earth's shadow.
Plug-in solar panels are coming to a shop near you - here's what to know
The UK government claimes panels could help homes "significantly cut" energy bills.
Plug-in solar panels are coming to a shop near you - here's what to know
The UK government claimes panels could help homes "significantly cut" energy bills.
Parrot eggs hatch after suspected Thai smuggler arrested at South African airport
A 50-year-old Thai suspect was arrested with the eggs in a "homemade incubator" carried as hand luggage.
Island could protect 30% of waters in marine plan
The proposal would give added protection to about 50 sq miles (128.8 sq km) of sea around Sark.
How to see the 'Blood Moon' lunar eclipse
How to see the 'Blood Moon' lunar eclipse
How to see the 'Blood Moon' lunar eclipse
How to see the 'Blood Moon' lunar eclipse
Off-roaders caught damaging protected site after posting videos to TikTok
Three men were convicted for their part in driving in a convoy from Liverpool to Berwyn SSSI.
Off-roaders caught damaging protected site after posting videos to TikTok
Three men were convicted for their part in driving in a convoy from Liverpool to Berwyn SSSI.
Yellow warnings remain in force as rain and thunderstorms hit parts of UK
Yellow warnings updated as torrential downpours affect parts of England and Wales, delivering some of the wettest weather in several weeks.
Things are getting worse, says litter picker
An anti-litter campaigner visits all 39 BBC local radio stations with her message.
RSPB reports record-breaking chough numbers
RSPB England says 161 Choughs have been counted - 32 more than the 129 recorded last year.
'Magical' and rare barn owl has bumper breeding season
Ten chicks have been successfully reared by two breeding pairs at secret sites across Fermanagh.
'Magical' and rare barn owl has bumper breeding season
Ten chicks have been successfully reared by two breeding pairs at secret sites across Fermanagh.
Fires still burn in charred landscape as focus turns to wildfire prevention
The RSPB is considering measures it can take to improve resilience in the wake of a five-week long fire in the Cairngorms.
Fires still burn in charred landscape as focus turns to wildfire prevention
The RSPB is considering measures it can take to improve resilience in the wake of a five-week long fire in the Cairngorms.
Toxic waste sites exposed in Michael Sheen documentary are 'tip of the iceberg'
One scientist says there are thousands of sites across the UK that need investigating.
Toxic waste sites exposed in Michael Sheen documentary are 'tip of the iceberg'
One scientist says there are thousands of sites across the UK that need investigating.
Muck-spreading: The smellier the better as farmers ask for patience
East Yorkshire farmers explain the process as they prepare their fields for next year's crops.
Musk's SpaceX to build $100bn launch facility in Louisiana
It will be the firm's biggest site yet and aims to send rockets to space in 2029.
Musk's SpaceX to build $100bn launch facility in Louisiana
It will be the firm's biggest site yet and aims to send rockets to space in 2029.
A nosy polar bear and a lucky squirrel: Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026 shortlist
The polar bear image taken by Audun Rikardsen was among the 'highly commended' entries in this year's competition.
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