Devastating European wildfires in maps - and how they're being tackled
Spain and France have so far borne the burnt of this summer's wildfires, caused by a succession of heatwaves and…
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How to see July's Buck Moon light up the night sky
July's full Moon, know as the Buck Moon, is set to light up the night sky on Wednesday.
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Jodrell Bank cuts 'a disappointing gamble'
Dr George Dransfield says the decision to cut funding is "short-sighted".
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Buck Moon lights up Devon and Cornwall skies
The July full moon is expected to peak at 15:36 BST on Wednesday.
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Endangered tiger cubs born at Longleat Safari Park
The species is one of the most endangered in the world, with only about 450 Amur tigers left in the wild.
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What is Jodrell Bank Observatory and what does it do?
When Jodrell Bank Observatory was built, the site was seen as gamechanger for radio astronomy.
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Drone footage shows Wisconsin tornado damage
No fatalities or injuries were immediately reported after an EF-2 tornado hit parts of the Midwest state.
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Tackling the 'nasty' plant that can cause blisters and scars
A conservation group says it has made progress tackling giant hogweed infestations in County Tyrone.
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Where is best to see the July Buck Moon?
July's full moon is due on Wednesday, here's some of the best places to watch it where you live.
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Gates smashed and crops destroyed as farmers threatened by gangs hunting hares
Some barricade the entrances to their fields with concrete blocks and fallen trees.
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Plan for solar panels in field draws criticism
If approved, the project would see 72 solar panels installed on the site in Guernsey.
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Spain and France brace for new heatwaves as wildfire closes in on Bordeaux
Temperatures are expected to soar past 40C in some regions as a heatwave builds, further hampering firefighting efforts.
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The prehistoric species fighting for survival in Lough Neagh
Restrictions have been placed on fishing the critically-endangered European eel in Lough Neagh to try to restore the…
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Wildfires 'stark reminder' of extreme climate challenge, says William
The prince's warning comes as wildfires rage in parts of Europe and the UK during a spell of extreme heat.
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UK's iconic Jodrell Bank telescope faces axe in science cuts
Astronomers warn it would tear the heart out of UK science, and leave a generation untrained.
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Volunteer scheme credited with changing man's life
Michael Reynolds, 27, says the scheme helps him to "get away from day-to-day life".
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'Off the scale' haul of nitrous oxide cans found
Litterpickers say they found 82 in a day, and normally find between three and 12.
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The nature reserve where 'magical' glow worms thrive
The nature reserve in Sussex is seen as a 'stronghold' for the near threatened glow worm.
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Littering fines draw in almost £100k across county
New figures reveal which councils in Cambridgeshire have issued the most fines for littering.
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Why scientists watched grass grow for 170 years
Started by Victorians, Rothamsted Research are monitoring how grass grows.
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Macron calls crisis meeting as wildfires threaten Bordeaux and heatwave looms
Blazes are about 15km from Bordeaux, but the city's mayor says there are no plans to evacuate.
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Residents urged to join nationwide butterfly count
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole are home to many important butterfly sites, says authority.
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'It's like having an amusement park and not opening it' - algae closures take toll
There are currently 245 algae blooms across water systems in Northern Ireland.
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Nasa boss praises rise of women in science
Dr Nicola Fox says she was one of four women on her science course at university in the 1991.
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More than 300,000 flee wildfires in France and Spain
Spain's PM warns of "complex hours" ahead as authorities in France say they are far from bringing blazes burning near…
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North-east of England receives fewest Green Flag awards
The North East received just 57 awards, much lower than most regions of England, which had over 100.
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Everything you need to know about the hosepipe ban
The hosepipe ban is in place due to high demand for water during heatwaves and dry weather.
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It's the cocktail taking young drinkers by storm - but the packaging is 'unrecyclable'
BuzzBallz cannot be recycled because the metal lid and plastic body are attached, say experts.
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Watch: SpaceX's successful test flight and splashdown for Starship
The megarocket pulls off a soft splashdown in the Indian Ocean an hour after launch.
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Are BuzzBallz actually recyclable?
BuzzBallz cannot be recycled as the metal lid and plastic body are attached, say experts.
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'Buck Moon' set to light up sky
July's full Moon is set to be a special one - Sophia Herod explains why.
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Rain returns for some parts of the UK
Rain is returning for some of us this weekend – but is it enough for places that have seen little or now rain for weeks?
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Tens of thousands evacuated from French tourist spot and near Madrid as wildfires spread
The fire has raged in the region for several days with officials now ordering the evacuation of the entire Cap Ferret…
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Play area aims to interest children in rare habitat
A science centre hopes play is the key to making children care about the future of chalk streams.
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Rare night heron spotted at National Trust site
The small bird, which is widespread across Africa, Asia, the Americas and Europe, is seen on camera.
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Heatwave anxiety can make you feel 'incredibly helpless' - here's how to manage it
Extreme heat can take a toll on mental health - and young people and women are among the groups most at risk, according…
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