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Electric bikes 'could help people return to work'
A rise in electric-bikes would extend the range of cyclists using them to commute, a study finds.
Climate change: Future floods will delay emergency response
Increases in rainfall in England could impact ambulance and fire crew response times.
Project seeks super view of Earth's mantle
UK scientists aim to build some of the most sophisticated models yet for how rock moves inside the planet.
Space Plane: Mysterious US military aircraft launches
The Atlas V rocket, carrying the X-37B space plane, launched from Cape Canaveral on Sunday.
Meet the baby orangutans learning to climb trees
Baby orangutans are learning new skills from their human surrogate parents.
How coronavirus is driving a revolution in travel
Manchester is spearheading a new effort to create space for walking and cycling.
'Golden tongue' helps ensure maple syrup quality
Scientists use the precious element to grade the quality of the natural sweetener.
Meet the people who could change the way we live
The UK’s first climate assembly is holding its final sessions this weekend.
Covid-19: Inside the UK's top-secret military lab
Military scientists at Porton Down have shown the BBC the work they are doing investigating coronavirus.
First wild white stork chick 'in centuries' hatches in UK
The chick is part of a programme to reintroduce breeding pairs of the birds in the south of England.
Coronavirus: 'We're in the experimental phase'
As lockdown is eased, we all become participants in a vast, very cautious observational experiment, experts say.
'Surge' in illegal bird of prey killings since lockdown
The RSPB says it has been "overrun" by reports of birds of prey being illegally killed.
Ozone layer: Concern grows over threat from replacement chemicals
Substances used for air conditioning in new cars are building up in the environment
Ancient Tap O' Noth hillfort in Aberdeenshire one of 'largest ever'
Archaeologists say up to 4,000 people may have lived in more than 800 huts perched high on the Tap O' Noth.
Covid antibody test a 'positive development'
The test, now approved in the UK, can tell who has had Covid-19 - but gives no guarantee they are immune.
Coral bleaching: Scientists 'find way to make coral more heat-resistant'
Researchers say they have developed a lab-grown strain of microalgae which is more tolerant to heat.
Methane observing firm eyes UK for key base
Canadian firm GHGSat, which carries out methane monitoring from space, looks to set up a UK hub.
Coronavirus puts spotlight on landmark year for nature
The pandemic could have an impact on conservation efforts for years to come, say conservation experts.
Coronavirus and Antarctica: 'Isolated within isolation'
Why the people on the only continent without a recorded case of coronavirus are in lockdown.
Nature crisis: Moths have 'secret role' as crucial pollinators
Fluttering creatures of the night are also vital pollinators of plants and flowers, say scientists.
MPs urge UK ban on chlorinated chicken and hormone-fed beef
Hormone-fed beef and chlorine-washed chicken should remain banned in England. the government is warned.
Climate change: Study pours cold water on oil company net zero claims
Doubt is cast on claims fossil fuel companies are curbing their CO2 in line with net zero targets.
India's carbon emissions fall for first time in four decades
The fall in the carbon dioxide emissions is not just due to the country's coronavirus lockdown.
Longer overlap for modern humans and Neanderthals
Modern humans began to edge out the Neanderthals in Europe earlier than previously thought.
Coronavirus: Branson to sell Galactic stake to prop up Virgin
The billionaire hopes to raise $500m to support his businesses including Virgin Atlantic.
Coronavirus: Robot dog enforces social distancing in Singapore park
The four-legged robot carries a camera and speaker to play social distancing messages in Singapore.
HMS Beagle: Dock for Darwin's ship gets protected status
The submerged mud berth on the River Roach in Essex is recognised as a nationally important site.
Coronavirus: No 'single leap to freedom', minister warns
"Extreme caution" will be needed when the UK eases lockdown, Grant Shapps says as he announces transport measures.
Government to urge us all to walk and cycle more
Funding for English local authorities is likely to be unveiled to encourage people to be more active.
Scientists obtain 'lucky' image of Jupiter
The Hawaii-based Gemini telescope produces a super-sharp picture of the gas giant in the infrared.
Some landscapes show resistance to ash dieback
Certain habitats can help dampen the spread of ash dieback, which threatens ash trees.
Mark Carney: 'We can't self-isolate from climate change'
The former Bank of England governor says countries should invest in a cleaner economic recovery.
Coronavirus: Boom time for bikes as virus changes lifestyles
Bicycle shops across the UK say demand for new bikes, and repairs for old ones, has risen sharply.
How the Covid-19 pandemic is threatening Africa’s wildlife
Park rangers in Africa say the closure of safari tourism is leading to an increase in poaching.
'Nearest black hole to Earth discovered'
An unseen object is found to be lurking in a double-star system a mere 1,000 light-years from Earth.
Iceye's small radar satellites achieve big capability
One of the hardest tasks in Earth observation is tracking tiny changes in the shape of the ground.
Coronavirus mutations: Scientists puzzle over impact
A study has identified a mutation that its authors say could make the coronavirus more infectious.
Coronavirus: Prof Neil Ferguson quits government role after 'undermining' lockdown
Prof Neil Ferguson, who advised ministers on coronavirus, says he "made an error of judgement".
England bad at penalties? Think again - say the Germans
New scientific research, from Germany of all places, suggests English footballers are actually good at spot-kicks.
Tom Cruise: Filming in space and four of his other memorable stunts
The actor is well known for his daring stunts, but this takes things to another level.
Climate change: Could the coronavirus crisis spur a green recovery?
Some governments want to channel their economic recovery plans into low-carbon industries.
Climate change and coronavirus: Five charts about the biggest carbon crash
How the global pandemic is limiting carbon emissions and what this will mean for climate change.
Coronavirus and climate change a ‘double crisis’
Many activists have had to stop their usual work due to the pandemic. Here's how they're responding.
Coronavirus: UK warned to avoid climate change crisis
UK government advisors say post-pandemic recovery funds should go to firms reducing carbon emissions.
Scientists explain magnetic pole's wanderings
The North Magnetic Pole has been racing across the top of the world, from Canada towards Siberia.
Climate change: More than 3bn could live in extreme heat by 2070
Areas such as India, Australia and Africa are predicted to be among the worst affected.
Coronavirus: Calls to shut down 'dirty fur trade'
Mink have caught Covid-19, adding to the list of infected animals, and prompting calls for trade bans.
Malaria 'completely stopped' by microbe
Scientists say the microbe - found in the wild near Lake Victoria - has enormous potential.
Scientists may never find virus 'missing link' species
The identity of the "intermediate host" animal that first passed the coronavirus to a human may never be found, say scientists.
Coronavirus lockdown: Can nature help improve our mood?
How the outside world can be good for body and mind - with expert tips on making the most of it.
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