HS2 high-speed rail project begins underground tunnel

At 170m long, “Florence” is the largest ever tunnelling machine to be used on a UK…

US environmental agency releases climate report delayed by Trump

The report says the impact of climate change is being felt by Americans “with increasing regularity”. …

Animal welfare plan unveiled by government

The UK government introduces a wide-ranging plan to improve the welfare of some animals. …

Biodiversity: Throwing money at schemes ineffective – charity

Many internationally funded conservation schemes are underfunded and ineffective, researchers conclude. Click here for…

Queen's Speech: Government makes pledges on animal welfare

All creatures great and small will be protected in the new proposals, according to the Queen’s…

Forests the size of France regrown since 2000, study suggests

Conservation groups say naturally restored forests can help in the fight against climate change. …

Mind-boggling magnets could unlock plentiful power

Powerful magnets are bringing abundant, pollution-free electricity a step closer. Click here for original…

Nasa craft carrying 4.5bn-year-old asteroid dust begins long trek home

Scientists believe the dust sample may provide clues on the formation of the Solar System. …

Sir David Attenborough: Problems that await greater than the epidemic

The broadcaster calls on nations to act in agreement as he is appointed People’s Advocate at…

China rocket debris 'disintegrates over Indian Ocean' – Chinese media

Much of the rocket was destroyed as it fell, but some debris landed west of the…