The number of “eco-towns” to be built across the UK is to be doubled from…
Category: Science
Amazonian forest ‘more resilient’
The Amazon may survive climate change better than computer models have suggested, according to research.
Deal on ozone and climate relief
Governments agree a faster phase-out of chemicals that deplete the ozone layer and warm the…
Farmers await virus test results
UK farmers anxiously await the results of tests which will show whether two different livestock…
World leaders at climate summit
World leaders are set to take part in a special UN meeting in New York…
Fox invasion fear grips Tasmania
Tasmania steps up a campaign to eradicate foxes despite little evidence of sightings.
Paedophiles’ brains ‘different’
Distinct differences in the brain activity of paedophiles have been found using scanners, scientists say.
Climate fears spook companies
Ever more companies see climate change as a threat, though there are also firms that…
Quick test for bird flu devised
Scientists in Singapore create a device that can detect the deadly H5N1 bird flu virus…
Genghis Khan trek ends
An Australian man completes a three-year trek from Mongolia to Hungary, following in the footsteps…