Oil price dives as US and Iran pause attacks

The price of oil has plummeted dramatically, driven by a surge of optimism that a de-escalation of hostilities between the United States and Iran could pave the way for a…

Jodrell Bank’s Lovell telescope faces axe in science cuts, BBC understands

For generations, Jodrell Bank and its advanced network of telescopes have served as a cornerstone of the UK’s deep-space research, playing a pivotal role in unraveling the mysteries of distant…

How ‘fire-generated thunderstorms’ make wildfires more deadly.

Wildfires, already devastating forces of nature, are being rendered exponentially more dangerous by a phenomenon scientists describe as "fire-generated thunderstorms," or pyrocumulonimbus (pyroCb) clouds. These immense, smoke-filled atmospheric disturbances transform…

Why scientists watched grass grow in Harpenden for 170 years

This pioneering study evolved into what is now globally recognized as the Park Grass Experiment, the world’s oldest continuous ecological experiment on permanent grassland. Spanning just under three hectares, this…

World Cup 2026: Gianni Infantino tells Fifa critics to ‘meditate, pray or watch football’

Fifa president Gianni Infantino has issued a defiant response to his detractors, urging them to "meditate, pray or watch a football match" rather than engage in what he described as…

Cambridgeshire councils generate about £100k from littering fines

A predominant share of this revenue and enforcement activity has originated from Cambridge City Council. The city council alone has generated approximately £83,000 from littering fines, representing a staggering 86%…

Behind the scenes at No 10 as Andy Burnham becomes prime minister.

"You can clap now," a Downing Street official with a clipboard instructed the staff eagerly lining the halls of No 10, their faces a mixture of anticipation and nervous excitement,…

Why budding birders are flocking to Shazam-like apps to identify avians

Megan Szostak, 26, a dedicated "bird kid" since childhood, found her lifelong passion for ornithology amplified by modern technology. Her journey began with her grandfather’s binoculars and a field guide…

Trump paused attacks on Iran to make space for talks, US ambassador says

In a reciprocal gesture that offered a glimmer of hope for de-escalation, an Iranian army spokesperson announced on Sunday that Tehran had also halted its "retaliatory" attacks in the region.…

Peterborough litter pickers collect 82 nitrous oxide cans in a day

The Norman Road Car Park, a location often frequented by both legitimate users of the car park and, unfortunately, those engaged in anti-social behaviour, presented a stark scene. Volunteers described…