The Congo Basin, Earth's second-largest rainforest and crucial carbon sink, receives just 16% of global rainforest funding despite its vital role in climate regulation. Discover why this African treasure remains critically under-researched.
Experts reveal whether banana peels actually shine houseplant leaves. Discover 5 tested plant care hacks and which ones really work for healthier indoor plants.
Satellite images reveal how a grassy Oxfordshire field transformed into a 10-metre high illegal waste dump in months. Discover the scale of the UK's waste crime epidemic.
Sea Life London Aquarium faces growing campaign to relocate 15 gentoo penguins from controversial basement enclosure. Over 41,000 sign petition demanding better habitat.
The UK faces a sharp temperature drop with snow forecast for northern regions. The UK Health Security Agency has issued cold weather alerts, warning of potential health impacts.
Discover the Belém Action Mechanism (BAM), the pivotal climate justice proposal backed by 80% of the world's population at the Cop30 summit in Brazil, aiming to ensure a fair green transition.
Discover how the Song Thrush transforms winter's gloom with its powerful, repetitive melody. This bird's persistent song brings unexpected joy to grey November days. Listen closely next time you walk.
Australia's climate policy under Sussan Ley receives failing marks as government repeats past mistakes. Urgent action needed on emissions targets and renewable energy transition.
Brazilian Indigenous journalist and activist Juma Xipaya will attend COP30 in Belém, bringing frontline climate perspectives to global negotiations. Her presence marks crucial representation for Amazon communities.
European wildcats could be reintroduced to south-west England after a two-year study found Devon's habitat ideal. 80% of locals support the return of this critically endangered species.
Flash floods have devastated Nepal's remote Limi Valley, destroying homes and infrastructure. Over 200 residents affected as climate change threatens Himalayan communities. Urgent aid needed.
Jamaica leads vulnerable nations demanding climate action at Cop30, citing Hurricane Melissa's $10bn devastation as evidence of 'new phase' of climate crisis.
Agency workers hired to cover Birmingham's long-running bin strike are now joining the industrial action over claims of bullying and unsustainable workloads, potentially extending the dispute until 2026.
A Russian woman discovers a meteorite crashed through her roof after green fireball sighting. Scientists purchase rare space rock for undisclosed sum. Full story.
Satellite images reveal how a grassy Oxfordshire field became a 10m high illegal waste dump in months. Discover the scale of the UK's waste crime epidemic and its environmental risks.
Sea Life London Aquarium owners pledge to listen to 'constructive ideas' after 75 MPs and activists protest the gentoo penguins' indoor habitat. Discover the full story and what happens next.
A deadly atmospheric river storm has battered California, claiming at least six lives and causing widespread damage. Search continues for missing child amid mudslide threats.
Brazil will host COP30 in Belém as global temperatures continue rising. World leaders face mounting pressure to deliver concrete climate action. Read the latest updates.
Storm Claudia brings devastating flooding to Portugal and Spain, with tornado killing British woman in Albufeira. Extreme weather impacts Europe and California.
Scientists achieve a world-first sighting of the elusive ginkgo-toothed beaked whale off Mexico's coast after a five-year search. Discover how this breakthrough helps protect these mysterious deep-diving mammals.
Britain faces a sharp temperature drop with snow and ice predicted for Scotland and northern England. Get the latest Met Office updates and cold weather health alerts.
Australian scientists reveal delaying net zero emissions will make heatwaves hotter, longer and more frequent for centuries. Urgent climate action needed to limit impacts.
BBC Weather forecasts icy sleet for London this Thursday as Arctic air sweeps the UK, bringing a dramatic temperature drop. Discover the full 7-day forecast and why snow is so hard to predict in the capital.
Explore Morden Hall Park, a beautiful free National Trust park at the end of the Northern line. Discover its gardens, wildlife, cafés, and fascinating industrial history.
Discover how Storm Amy has dramatically reshaped Abernethy Forest in the Cairngorms, creating new ecosystems and revealing ancient pines. Explore nature's resilience in this country diary.
Insect-eating bird populations in France show 2-3% increase following EU neonicotinoid ban. Research suggests full recovery may take decades but ban proves effective for conservation.
Brazil's environment minister calls for courage in creating fossil fuel phaseout plan at COP30 climate summit, emphasising ethical response to climate crisis.
As activists stage protests in Belém, the crucial question remains: can Cop30 climate talks initiate the long-awaited fossil fuel phaseout process essential for tackling the climate crisis?
A 60m-long mountain of illegally dumped waste in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, poses a severe ecological threat to the River Cherwell. The clean-up cost exceeds the council's entire annual budget. Read more.
Lexi Lochore accidentally became 'cat mum' to 20 strays in South London, spending £1,000 on vet bills and £60 weekly on food while trying to rehome them.