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Gates smashed and crops destroyed as farmers threatened by gangs hunting hares
Farmers in the Vale of Glamorgan are confronting illegal hare coursing that has resulted in smashed gates and damaged…
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The prehistoric species fighting for survival in Lough Neagh
The prehistoric species fighting for survival in Lough NeaghImage source, AFBIImage caption, European eels undergo five stages of development - larva, glass eel, elver, yellow eel, and silver eelByLouise…
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Wildfires 'stark reminder' of extreme climate challenge, says William
Wildfires 'stark reminder' of extreme climate challenge, says William Image source, PA MediaByJamie Whitehead…
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How 'fire-generated thunderstorms' make wildfires more deadly
If the fire is powerful enough and the atmosphere is unstable, that cloud can grow into a towering cumulonimbus - the…
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UK's iconic Jodrell Bank telescope faces axe in science cuts
It was also pivotal during the Cold War, when it was used to monitor Soviet missiles during the height of nuclear…
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Volunteer scheme credited with changing man's life
Reynolds added it helped him to "get away from day-to-day life," and acted as "a day out".He is one of more than 1,350…
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'Off the scale' haul of nitrous oxide cans found
'Off the scale' haul of nitrous oxide cans foundImage source, Harry MachinImage caption, Peterborough Litter Wombles…
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The nature reserve where 'magical' glow worms thrive
"You can see little green stars all dotted around." Image caption, Female, adult glow worms only 'glimmer' for a short…
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Littering fines draw in almost £100k across county
Littering fines draw in almost £100k across countyImage source, Elliot Deady/BBCImage caption, Volunteers in…
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Why scientists watched grass grow for 170 years
Why scientists watched grass grow for 170 yearsImage source, Rothamsted ResearchImage caption, Botanists and…
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Macron calls crisis meeting as wildfires threaten Bordeaux and heatwave looms
"We don't know how the blaze will spread, the fire front is constantly shifting. About 42,000 hectares has burnt in…
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Residents urged to join nationwide butterfly count
Residents urged to join nationwide butterfly countImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, BCP Council is encouraging…
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'It's like having an amusement park and not opening it' - algae closures take toll
Eighty have been confirmed in June and July alone.The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (Daera)…
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Nasa boss praises rise of women in science
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North-east of England receives fewest Green Flag awards
North-east of England receives fewest Green Flag awardsImage source, Nene Park TrustImage caption, The north-east of…
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Everything you need to know about the hosepipe ban
Everything you need to know about the hosepipe banImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Thames Water's ban affects…
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Watch: SpaceX's successful test flight and splashdown for Starship
The company, owned by Elon Musk, cited engine failure at liftoff during an aborted launch attempt last week. This was…
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Are BuzzBallz actually recyclable?
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It's the cocktail taking young drinkers by storm - but the packaging is 'unrecyclable'
However, TerraCycle, which involves consumers collecting packaging and sending it to be recycled, only runs the…
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'Buck Moon' set to light up sky
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Rain returns for some parts of the UK
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Play area aims to interest children in rare habitat
Play area aims to interest children in rare habitatImage caption, The Chalk Stream play zone has opened at Winchester…
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Rare night heron spotted at National Trust site
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Heatwave anxiety can make you feel 'incredibly helpless' - here's how to manage it
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Those found with low testosterone levels will be offered voluntary hormone replacement therapy. The secretary says…
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Planes sent to tackle wildfires of 'exceptional scale' near Paris
The Fontainebleau forest blaze, described by officials as "virulent" and of "exceptional scale", partially closed the…
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In pictures: Stunning Strawberry Moon lights up the sky
In pictures: Stunning Strawberry Moon lights up the skyImage source, BBC Weather Watcher Hang RossImage caption, BBC…
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The fight to stop animals dying in fishing nets
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Swifts 'displaced' after demolition - campaigners
Campaigners have raised concerns that nesting swifts may have been displaced due to the demolition of a building in…
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Bathing warning issued after 'potential water pollution incident'
A bathing warning has been issued for Portstewart Strand in County Londonderry due to a potential water pollution…
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What next for Upton Heath after charity buys land?
Dorset Wildlife Trust has purchased 110 acres of Upton Heath to restore its neglected habitat. The charity plans to…
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Project to bring wildlife closer to city people
A new project aims to connect city residents with nature through funded events in Salisbury. The Wildlife and…
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Wildlife park opens hub featuring erupting volcano
Shepreth Wildlife Park has opened a new interactive conservation hub aimed at educating young visitors about nature.…
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Rare 'Blue Moon' set to light up UK skies
Sophia Herod explains what is meant by the phrase "Blue Moon" - and it doesn't mean the Moon is turning blue.
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What does Blue Origin rocket mishap mean for Nasa's Moon mission?
A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded in Florida, creating a significant fireball. Fortunately, there were no…
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Exploding rocket casts doubts over Nasa's Moon plans
A recent explosion of Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket during a test in Florida has raised concerns about the company's…
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Ospreys hatch fourth and final egg of the season
The only pair of breeding ospreys in southern England have successfully hatched their fourth and final egg of the…
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Clean-up of one of Europe's largest illegal dumps 'could begin in 2028'
The clean-up of one of Europe's largest illegal dumps, the Mobuoy site in Northern Ireland, is projected to begin in…
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Record numbers of Dartford warblers at nature site
The Dartford warbler, once near extinction in the UK, is experiencing a significant population recovery. Recent…
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Blue Origin rocket explodes on Florida launchpad
A Blue Origin rocket exploded on its launchpad in Florida during a test. The company reported that it experienced an…
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BBC Inside Science
The BBC Inside Science episode features discussions on the significance of plankton in ocean ecosystems. Experts…
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Australia sues US giant 3M for $2bn over 'forever chemicals' in firefighting foam
Australia is suing 3M for AU$2 billion over the alleged use of toxic 'forever chemicals' in firefighting foam. The…
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UK's rudest chalk figure gets a glow-up to stop it fading in the rain
The Cerne Abbas Giant, a historic chalk figure in Dorset, is undergoing restoration to maintain its visibility due to…
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'Abandoned beach litter took us two days to clear'
Volunteers spent over two days cleaning up New Brighton beach after a busy bank holiday weekend. They reported massive…
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'No timeline or cost' for illegal dump clean-up plan
The clean-up of the Mobuoy dump in County Londonderry remains uncertain, with no timeline or cost estimate provided.…
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Riverside land purchased to save it from development
Mid Suffolk District Council has purchased 2.5 acres of land by the River Waveney to protect it from development. The…
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Green jobs contributing £10.2bn to Scotland's economy, says CBI
According to a report by the CBI, green jobs are significantly contributing to Scotland's economy, generating £10.2bn…
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Watch: Nasa shows renderings for planned permanent moon base
NASA has unveiled its ambitious plans for a permanent moon base, aiming for human habitation by 2032. The announcement…
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Fly counters help to spot signs of river pollution
A network of volunteers is expanding across Scotland to monitor river health through fly counting. The Riverfly…
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River will take decades to recover from 'vandalism'
The River Lugg in Herefordshire is expected to take 20 to 30 years to recover from significant damage caused by a…
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