The Jupiter-like world is unusually large compared with its host star, challenging existing theories. …
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Brazil environment: Vast oil spill hits dozens of beaches
At least six sea turtles have been found dead as officials still investigate the source of…
Somerset human remains 'as old as Cheddar Man'
The remains, initially thought to be Roman, were mislaid soon after being found in the 1960s. …
'Alarming' extinction threat to Europe's trees
Half of tree species found only on the European continent face extinction, including the conker tree. …
Chandrayaan-2: India Moon probe made 'hard landing', says Nasa
New pictures from a Nasa spacecraft show the targeted landing site of the Vikram rover. …
Climate change: The girl inspired by Greta to help the planet
Anwen Whitehead is getting her family to make small changes, inspired by campaigner Greta Thunberg. …
Microplastics: Premium teabags leak billions of particles – study
The WHO says microplastics in drinking water do not appear to pose a health risk at…
'Boaty McBoatface' research ship officially named after Sir David Attenborough
The UK’s new polar research shop was nearly named Boaty McBoatface after an online poll. …
Climate emergency: 'Not much changed' in Scotland
A former SNP environment minister says ‘not very much has changed’ in Scotland on climate emergency. …
Royal naming for Sir David Attenborough polar ship
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will celebrate the introduction of the UK’s new polar research…