Air strikes cause black rain and ‘unprecedented’ pollution in Tehran, scientists say
Air strikes have damaged at least four oil facilities since US-Israeli attacks on Iran began last month.
‘Extinct’ butterfly found across southern England
There has been a flurry of early sightings of the large tortoiseshell butterfly, a charity says.
Why the price of oil matters more than you might think
A shock to oil supplies is rattling financial markets, driving up prices at the pump and raising fears of a bigger economic hit.
It’s nearly moving day for these sand martins
Testwood Lakes Nature Reserve in Hampshire is set to welcome its first residents later this month.
Campaigners push to better protect chalk streams
Campaigners say the eco-system rarity does not have enough legal protection.
Wildlife trust buys land to create new reserve
In its 100th year, the Norfolk Wildlife Trust spends £4.6m on 336 acres of farmland.
Ancient hedge laying used to boost biodiversity
Bristol Water is using ancient hedge laying techniques to improve biodiversity near Blagdon lake.
Spectacular images reveal unique sea creatures and corals off Caribbean islands
Scientists discover underwater mountain ranges, golden towers of coral, and never-before-seen sea creatures.
3G pitch set to be approved despite pollution fears
A charity is worried about microplastics but a council says the plans follow environmental guidance.
Sheep are disappearing from the UK’s hills – and its dinner plates
Have we have passed “peak sheep” in the UK?