England could have new national parks in Gove review

Environment Secretary Michael Gove launches a review of the country's protected landscapes.

Hawaii volcano: How many people do volcanoes actually kill?

Red-hot rivers of lava and clouds of ash can be deadly - but death by volcano…

Hawaii volcano: How many people do volcanoes kill?

Red-hot rivers of lava and clouds of ash can be deadly - but death by volcano…

Alan Bean, moon-walking astronaut and artist, dies aged 86

The fourth man to walk on the Moon became an accomplished painter, finding inspiration in space.

Virgin boss Sir Richard Branson readies himself for space

The UK entrepreneur puts himself through a gruelling training programme so he can rocket to space.

Virgin boss Sir Richard Branson readies himself for space

The UK entrepreneur puts himself through a gruelling training programme so he can rocket to space.

‘Wolf-like’ creature shot near Montana ranch puzzles experts

State wildlife experts are seeking DNA analysis to pinpoint the mysterious creature's species.

‘Wolf-like’ creature shot near Montana ranch puzzles experts

State wildlife experts are seeking DNA analysis to pinpoint the mysterious creature's species.

Dinosaur dandruff reveals first evidence of skin shedding

Scientists uncover clues to how dinosaurs and early birds shed their skin from 125-million-year-old dandruff.

Dinosaur dandruff reveals first evidence of skin shedding

Scientists uncover clues to how dinosaurs and early birds shed their skin from 125-million-year-old dandruff.