After a horror week of shark attacks, how do we sift facts from fear?
As a devoted ocean swimmer, I’ve learned to accept the risk of exploring an ocean that is not…
UK national security threatened by biodiversity loss, intelligence chiefs warn
The UK has been warned that the collapse of global ecosystems is a direct threat to national security…
What is a landslide, how do they happen and where are they most common?
Two people have died after a landslide hit their home in New Zealand, and authorities are searching for…
‘Wrong side of history’: Report ties top polluters to countries blocking fossil fuel phaseout
An increasingly concentrated group of fossil fuel giants is dominating global emissions and “actively sabotaging” climate action to…
Record ocean heat behind NZ’s summer soaking
To find out why this summer has been so wet we must look to the oceans, writes Kevin…
Fossil Shorebirds Tell New Story about Climate Change in Australia
Shorebirds are widespread birds whose dependence on coastal and wetland environments makes them effective paleoenvironmental indicators. Wading shorebirds…
How weather, climate change and human presence are taking their toll on hiking trails
Over the past few years, hiking trails have become one of the most popular tourist attractions. They are…
Algae may help meet future protein demand without straining the planet
From high-quality protein to omega-3s and antioxidants, algae emerge as a promising but carefully qualified solution for future…
Penguins are bringing their breeding season forward. Why are scientists so worried?
Published on 20/01/2026 – 6:30 GMT+1 Antarctic penguins are going to extreme lengths to adapt to the climate…
From wildfires to inhalers: The hidden environmental cost of respiratory care and how tech may help
For millions of people, climate change is already affecting their breathing, from asthma attacks caused by pollution to…
China’s Renewable Energy Revolution Is a Huge Mess That Might Save the World
Indeed, the greatest beneficiaries of China’s renewables revolution may, in fact, be consumers, both inside and outside of…
Orchestrating a global response to the mosquito threat
Mosquitoes are more than just a summer nuisance; they pose a significant global health challenge, killing over 700,000…