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Gene-edited bananas that don’t go brown could hit UK supermarkets
Gene-edited bananas that resist browning have moved closer to UK supermarket shelves after regulatory approval, potentially reducing food waste and supply chain emissions by over 25%.
Swiss glaciers suffer ‘disastrous’ year of ice loss
Swiss glaciers lost over 5% of remaining ice in 2026, marking a near-record year as intense summer heatwaves accelerated melting across Alpine peaks.
Why Local Homeowners Trust a Plumber Near Me for Fast Service
When a plumbing issue arises unexpectedly, homeowners know the value of prompt service. The speed and reliability of local plumbers can make all the difference when dealing with emergencies such as burst pipes or overflowing drains. This article will explore why local...
Healey urged to offer energy support in budget as bills rise 4%
Energy bills are rising 4% to £1,723 annually as Chancellor John Healey faces pressure to announce additional household support in next month’s budget amid global economic challenges.
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Jackson’s Coppice nature reserve to ‘double in size’
Jackson’s Coppice Nature Reserve near Eccleshall, Staffordshire, will double in size following a bequest that secures additional wetland and pasture acreage for habitat restoration.
New £1m grant to help protect Gloucestershire green spaces
A £1m fund has been established to help Gloucestershire communities purchase and protect threatened woodlands and wildlife sites from private development.
‘Planetary boundaries’ necessary for flourishing of life have been massively breached, scientists warn
Scientists report that seven of nine planetary boundaries essential for human survival have been breached at record levels, with only ozone depletion and aerosol loading showing improvement over the past decade.
How Trump’s repeal of the greenhouse gas rule could double new emissions from Georgia
Environmental groups are suing to challenge the Trump administration’s proposal to repeal EPA greenhouse gas standards for power plants, arguing the change would significantly increase emissions in Georgia.
Wildlife will be affected by current drought for years to come, UK government says
UK wildlife faces years of drought impacts despite recent rainfall, with water supplies strained and 349 environmental incidents recorded so far this year, authorities warn.
Artemis II: The 40 minutes when the astronauts lose contact with Earth
Artemis II astronauts will lose radio contact with Earth for approximately 40 minutes as their spacecraft passes behind the Moon, a profound moment of isolation experienced by previous lunar missions.
Summer wildfires caused ‘catastrophic’ hidden damage, scientists warn
Scientists warn that wildfires across Wales this summer caused extensive hidden damage beneath the surface, with thousands of years of accumulated soil carbon destroyed in days.
Nepal floods: The Himalayas are melting faster – and India’s economy is ‘at risk’
Himalayan glaciers are melting 65% faster than a decade ago, with only 21 of 40,000 glaciers monitored, creating risks for hundreds of millions across South Asia dependent on mountain water systems.
Scientists turn seawater into fresh water without harmful brine
Researchers at the University of Rochester have developed a solar-powered desalination system that produces fresh water without generating harmful liquid brine, using laser-treated black metal panels.
Spotted wildcat from Bolivian forest revealed as new species
Scientists in Bolivia have identified a new wild cat species through DNA analysis, revealing it was previously confused with similar-looking feline species in South American forests.
Scientists just discovered why Arctic sea ice moves so strangely
Researchers discovered that Arctic sea ice moves unpredictably due to collisions between ice floes rather than wind alone, findings that could improve climate forecasts.
Anak Krakatau blasts ash nearly 10 miles high
Indonesia’s Anak Krakatau volcano erupted in early September, sending ash nearly 10 miles high and disrupting approximately 3,000 flights across Java and Sumatra.