UK bakes in 35C highs as millions under hosepipe bans
On Thursday, temperatures exceeded 34C for the eighth day this year, breaking the previous record of seven days in a calendar year.
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10.07.2026
How cows are helping one of Britain's rarest butterflies
The high brown fritillary needs bracken and a certain violet to thrive - but everything in moderation.
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10.07.2026
Scientists fear cuts may shut radio telescope
The site is part of e-MERLIN, a globally significant group of seven radio telescopes across the UK.
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02.07.2026
White-tailed eagles to be released in Exmoor despite farmer warnings
Some farmers fear the reintroduction of the UK's biggest bird of prey will threaten their livestock.
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13.05.2026
Sewage and agricultural pollution having 'alarming' impact on UK's underwater forests
Scientists found seagrass meadows affected by sewage had far fewer small invertebrates, like crabs.
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02.05.2026
Astronaut takes photo of his university from orbit
Jack Hathaway tells Cranfield University he had to wait for a break in the British weather.
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23.04.2026
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What was learnt from the Chernobyl disaster and how has it shaped UK energy production?
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17.04.2026
UK band linked to Artemis II's toilet trouble
The Oxford band joke a vial they lost in 2024 in the space capsule caused the toilet malfunctions.
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10.04.2026
Want to help garden birds? Don't feed them in warmer months, says RSPB
The UK's largest bird charity has issued new guidance advising people to stop using feeders to help wildlife thrive.
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10.04.2026