Indonesia Carstensz Pyramid: Papua’s ‘eternal snow’ on Puncak Jaya is about to disappear forever.
Nestled precariously close to the equator, the majestic peaks of Papua, Indonesia, have for centuries defied their tropical latitude, cradling what was once known as "eternal snow." These rare equatorial…
Blood test call for people potentially impacted by cancer-causing chemicals in the ground
A palpable sense of urgency and frustration is mounting within communities across Wales, particularly those living near or having worked at former industrial sites suspected of harbouring cancer-causing chemicals. Amidst…
Farmers’ race for £233m funding like ‘scramble for Oasis tickets’
Robyn Munt, NFU vice-president, articulated the sentiment of many farmers, stating, "The rapid uptake of the scheme comes as no surprise. Its closure in less than six hours shows the…
UK economy will grow by less than expected next year, OECD says
The OECD’s analysis underscores how deeply interconnected the global economy remains, with regional conflicts capable of sending ripples across continents. The protracted nature of the Middle East conflict, and the…
Developing El Niño becomes strongest on record weeks before expected peak
El Niño is a natural, recurring climate pattern, part of the larger El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) cycle, which typically manifests every two to seven years and persists for approximately a…
Nebula image wins Royal Observatory Greenwich competition.
The prestigious Royal Observatory Greenwich has proudly unveiled the winner of its highly anticipated Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition, bestowing the coveted top honour upon an extraordinary image of…
Hummingbird hawk moths and ivy bees: The insects growing in number as temperatures rise.
The landscape of the West Midlands is undergoing a subtle yet significant transformation, as a recent surge in temperatures has facilitated the proliferation of insect species once considered rare or…
When did grey squirrels start posing a threat to reds in the UK?
The delicate balance of Britain’s woodland ecosystems began to unravel in the late 19th century, marking the precise moment when the charming, bushy-tailed grey squirrel, an alien species, started its…
Bristol Harbour clean-up group celebrates 10 years of odd finds
Founder and long-time Bristol resident, Chloe Juyon, encapsulated the unpredictable nature of their mission with a smile: "You never quite know what you’re going to pull out of Bristol Harbour."…
New £1m grant to help protect Gloucestershire green spaces
The initiative comes as a response to growing concerns over the rapid loss of natural landscapes and the increasing difficulty communities face in securing these invaluable assets. A spokesperson for…
















