Planet Mars is at its 'biggest and brightest'

The Red Planet is unmissable in the night sky right now as its orbit aligns with…

Glass ceilings and black holes: How history was made in the 2020 science Nobels

What this year’s science Nobel Prizes showed us about the darkest mysteries of the Universe. …

'Real and imminent' extinction risk to whales

A letter signed by hundreds of scientists calls for global action to protect whales, dolphins and…

US Army trials augmented reality goggles for dogs

The goggles could let handlers direct their dogs from a safe distance, the army says. …

'Rare' Sir Isaac Newton work found on bookshelf sells for £22k

Mathematical Principles of Natural Philosophy was found on a bookshelf during a lockdown clear out. …

Attenborough: 'Curb excess capitalism' to save nature

Sir David Attenborough tells a new BBC podcast that we will all be happier if we…

Prince William and Sir David Attenborough launch green 'Nobel'

The Duke of Cambridge and Sir David launch the biggest environmental award ever. Click…

Are wildfires the end of the Californian dream?

As unprecedented wildfires rage across the Golden State, Californians have been bearing the brunt. …

Square Kilometre Array project frets about satellite interference

There are worries that satellite mega-constellations could interfere with the Square Kilometre Array. Click…

Should your accelerator pedal curb your speeding?

The EU proposes fitting all new cars with technology that makes it harder to exceed the…