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'Stranded astronauts' Butch and Suni set to begin journey home
The Nasa astronauts prepare to head to Earth after an eight-day mission turned into nine months.
Small electric cars were said to be the future – but SUVs now rule the road
Despite dire predictions of climate breakdown, more Sports Utility Vehicles are being spotted on, and off, the roads.
Small electric cars were said to be the future – but SUVs now rule the road
Despite dire predictions of climate breakdown, more Sports Utility Vehicles are being spotted on, and off, the roads.
SpaceX capsule docks as astronauts prepare return after nine months
The pair are due to begin their long delayed journey back to Earth in coming days.
In pictures: Stargazers marvel at 'blood moon' amid lunar eclipse
Early-rising UK stargazers woke up to a "blood Moon" lunar eclipse early on Friday.
The unexpected knock-on effect of Trump's minerals 'deal of the century'
The president once derided attempts to develop new green technology as a "green new scam" - but his deal could help boost the US's potential in the sector
BBC Inside Science
...and what happens to the body when you spend a year in space?
Thousands of high-risk toxic sites unchecked due to lack of cash
BBC investigation finds nine out of ten high-risk contaminated areas have not been tested.
How to see the 'Blood moon' partial lunar eclipse
UK skywatchers will see a partial but still hopefully spectacular eclipse before dawn on Friday.
BBC travels out to 'blistered and burnt' oil tanker in North Sea
While at least two million litres of jet fuel are in the water, there is some positive news.
Green scheme closure a 'shattering blow' to farms, says union
The government says it cannot accept any new applications for its key green farming funding scheme.
Amazon forest felled to build road for climate summit
The infrastructure required to host COP30 in Belem is undermining the cause, campaigners say.
How bad could the ship collision be for the environment?
Experts are assessing the potential fallout for marine species and nearby wildlife populations.
Bills to rise by 80p to fund discounts for homes near pylons
Households near new pylons are set to get up to 250 a year off their energy bills, under government plans.
Lab-grown food could be sold in UK within two years
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is looking at how it can speed up the approval process for lab-grown foods.
Data, waves and wind to be counted in the economy
Wind and wave power is set to be included in calculations of the size of countries' economies for the first time, as part of changes approved at the United Nations.
Toppled private spacecraft can't complete Moon mission
The mission was supposed to last 10 days but less then a day after landing, the craft is running out of power.
Private spacecraft lands on Moon - but may be on its side
Private company Intuitive Machines IS aiming to look for water ice on the Moon's surface.
US lost a fifth of its butterflies within two decades
However the researchers say butterflies may be able to recover if urgent conservation measures are taken.
Genetic drive to overeat found in labradors and humans
Scientists have found a genetic cause of many labradors' - and some people's - tendency to overeat.
BBC Inside Science
Inside Science unearths everything you need to know about these precious resources.
BBC Inside Science
Inside Science unearths everything you need to know about these precious resources.
UK homes install subsidised heat pumps at record level
Government-backed heat pump installations in the UK reached record levels for 2024.
UK homes install subsidised heat pumps at record level
Government-backed heat pump installations in the UK reached record levels for 2024.
Scientists discover new part of the immune system
New part of the immune system - hidden inside our bodies - could be used to make new antibiotics.
First beavers from Scotland released in England
Beavers captured from Scotland are released into the wild in England for the first time.
Woolly mice designed to engineer mammoth-like elephants
Experiments on mice could see hairy, genetically modified elephants living in the Arctic, a US company claims.
Woolly mice designed to engineer mammoth-like elephants
Experiments on mice could see hairy, genetically modified elephants living in the Arctic, a US company claims.
World's largest iceberg runs aground off remote island
The iceberg appears to be stuck and may start breaking up near the island of South Georgia.
Elon Musk sparks row at Royal Society but remains a member
The world's most prestigious science institution has been considering whether to remove Musk as a fellow.
The revellers making Trinidad's carnival more sustainable
There are efforts under way to recycle and reuse more at what has been dubbed "the greatest show on Earth".
Why detecting methane is difficult but crucial work
From handheld to space-based, new methane detectors are making it easier to track the greenhouse gas.
Spring is "fastest-warming" season in the UK
Data shows that spring has warmed by 1.8C in the UK since 1970 and this warming is having an impact on nature.
Planes are having their GPS hacked. Could new clocks keep them safe?
How a new atomic clock might be the way to tackle attacks on plane GPS systems
'They don't belong in the Med': Fate of mother orca and son still uncertain
Animal rights campaigners and marine zoo official say Mediterranean is 'too warm' for killer whales.
Wild beaver release approved for England
The decision follows years of trials but some farmers are concerned there could be negative impacts.
Nations salvage funding deal to reverse wildlife decline
Funding agreed at UN conference in Rome that would attempt to tackle the rapid loss of biodiversity
Man's brain turned to glass by hot Vesuvius ash cloud
The pea-sized brain was found in the skull of a 20-year-old man killed in the volcanic eruption.
BP shuns renewables in return to oil and gas
The energy giant has announced its strategy after rivals also rowed back on green energy plans.
BP shuns renewables in return to oil and gas
The energy giant has announced its strategy after rivals also rowed back on green energy plans.
Seven planets to be visible in night sky for last time until 2040
The best chance to see as many as possible will be after sunset on Wednesday and Thursday.
Half of homes need heat pump by 2040, government told
The UK's greenhouse gas emissions should fall to 13% of 1990 levels by 2040, government advisors say.
Canada's Liberal hopefuls talk Trump and carbon tax
The Liberal Party of Canada will soon choose a leader that will replace Justin Trudeau and become Canada's next prime minister.
The asteroid hits and near-misses you never hear about
Since a potentially hazardous asteroid was detected in December, tens of others objects have come close to Earth.
£3,000 rents cause housing fears near nuclear plant
Residents living near a nuclear power plant have seen rents double to 3,000 a month.
Scientists probe gulls' 'weird and wonderful' appetites
Photographs of gulls eating anything from chips to starfish will help solve a scientific puzzle.
'Oldest horse' thrives on linseed cake and light exercise
Roana has recently celebrated her 46th birthday and is believed to be the oldest horse in the UK
'Oldest horse' thrives on linseed cake and light exercise
Roana has recently celebrated her 46th birthday and is believed to be the oldest horse in the UK
Fog harvesting could provide water for arid cities
Research in Chile could help to provide drinking water for some of the world's most arid places.
What is a sinkhole and how are they formed?
Two sinkholes have appeared in the Surrey village of Godstone, but how have they formed and are they dangerous?
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