BBC Inside Science – Is the Earth warming faster than we expected? – BBC Sounds

The latest episode of BBC Radio 4’s "Inside Science" plunges into a pressing and potentially alarming revelation: new research suggests the Earth has been warming at a rate significantly faster…

Artemis II: Nasa targets early April for Moon mission.

NASA is setting its sights on an early April launch window for the highly anticipated Artemis II mission, a landmark endeavor that will send astronauts around the Moon for the…

Earth’s heat to produce electricity for homes in UK clean energy first

The official switch-on on Thursday morning culminated nearly two decades of intensive development by Geothermal Engineering Ltd (GEL). The journey involved drilling the deepest on-shore well in the UK, a…

The Global Story – The new race to the Moon – BBC Sounds

Fifty years since humanity last set foot on the lunar surface, a new era of space exploration is dawning, characterized by an unprecedented scramble back to Earth’s celestial neighbour. This…

Emperor Penguins moult to survive, but scientists fear it may now be killing them.

For the majestic Emperor penguin, an iconic resident of Antarctica’s unforgiving landscape, the annual ritual of renewing their vital feather coat is a matter of life and death. This "catastrophic…

Targets and watchdog for nature as Senedd passes new law.

The Senedd has taken a landmark step to bolster environmental protection and reverse biodiversity decline in Wales, passing a crucial new law designed to safeguard the nation’s natural heritage. This…

Worm Moon captured over Northern Ireland

The phenomenon was observed with particular clarity in various locations. Residents in Comber, County Down, reported seeing the majestic Moon peeking through the silhouette of trees, creating a dramatic visual…

Why Namibia’s ‘green hydrogen’ dream could be a red flag for penguins and succulents.

Namibia, a nation blessed with vast, sun-drenched deserts and a windswept coastline, stands on the precipice of a transformative, yet contentious, industrial revolution. The government’s ambitious vision to become a…

Greedy Wallington beaver caught in trap twice as he snacked.

In the tranquil, verdant landscapes of Wallington, Northumberland, a fascinating tale of nature, conservation, and a particularly discerning palate has unfolded, captivating the local National Trust rangers. A male beaver,…

University of Southampton joins UK’s £17bn space sector

At its core, the Southampton Space Institute acts as a nexus, drawing together an unparalleled breadth of world-renowned research groups and state-of-the-art facilities. This collaborative ecosystem is specifically designed to…