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Hundreds protest over data centre plans
Placard-waving opponents highlight concerns about a data centre development on the local landscape. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Scien...
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How drones are hunting fires hidden beneath the Cairngorms
Dramatic flames from the huge Cairngorms wildfire in July have disappeared - but hot spots can continue to burn beneath the earth. Newsiline summarises th...
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Asbestos mystery leaves beloved beach closed
With Mount Batten Beach fenced off since July, residents and campaigners are demanding answers. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &...
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Chemicals at former fuel depot 'have been removed'
Barrels of forever chemicals left at a development site have been removed, a developer has said. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science...
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Life-threatening Hurricane Isaias makes landfall in Florida
The storm took direct aim at Florida and is expected to impact Alabama, Georgia, and Louisiana. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &...
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'People don't think recycling at work is part of their job description'
Unclear labelling as well as a lack of recycling facilities at work or in public-facing businesses is an issue. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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Isaias becomes major category three storm before landfall
Isaias, the first hurricane of the Atlantic season has been continuing to strengthen and is now a category three 'major' hurricane. Newsiline summarises t...
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Prize-winning image which sparked backlash was AI-generated, Nikon rules
The camera-maker says it is now re-evaluating the rules and procedures of its Small World in Motion contest. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC New...
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Hurricane Isaias strengthens as it heads towards land
Isaias will bring damaging winds, torrential rain and a storm surge with landfall expected late Friday. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - S...
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'Tropical jungle' of wallabies, porcupines and parrots must move after neighbours complain
James Wale moved to the site two years ago and keeps animals including wallabies and rare birds. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science...
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Why Elon Musk is taking on India's richest man over Starlink
Musk has taken pot-shots at Reliance owner Mukesh Ambani as Starlink struggles to launch in India. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Scienc...
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Data centre raises noise and wildlife impact fears
The data centre, which will have 72 chiller units on its roof, will generate 150 jobs, planners hear. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Sci...
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Will El Niño and the polar vortex bring snow to the UK this winter?
The developing El Niño may impact the UK's weather prospects this autumn and winter but cold conditions are far from guaranteed. Newsiline summarises this...
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BBC on Hurricane Isaias and its expected Gulf Coast landfall
BBC Weather's Chris Fawkes says the first hurricane of the 2026 Atlantic season could bring dangerous winds, storm surge and heavy rains to the Gulf Coast...
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More than 800,000 hours of sewage spills in Wales last year, report claims
It is equivalent to a sewage discharge happening every five minutes, according to campaigners. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &a...
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Residents airlifted to safety after flooding in central Chile
The Mapocho river has burst its banks after an unusually large amount of rain fell in recent days. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Scienc...
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More controls possible as reservoir level drops
More water usage restrictions may be introduced as Wimbleball reservoir drops to just 18% full. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &...
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Moment Nasa scientist Margaret Hamilton receives presidential medal of honour
Barack Obama awarded the Apollo 11 software engineer with the America's highest civilian honour in 2016. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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How a scientist used Britpop to reach Mars
Colin Pillinger died believing that Beagle 2 had not landed, and now his work is being celebrated around the UK. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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Wonky wych elm in County Down crowned Tree of the Year
It is the first time a tree in Northern Ireland has won the national title since it was launched in 2014. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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Why are there so many mushrooms around this year?
The RHS says the hot, dry summer followed by autumn rain could lead to record sightings. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & En...
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'The wood is alive': Ranger retires after 38 years
William McLaughlin leaves a "lasting legacy" of care at Bourne Woods in Lincolnshire, bosses say. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science...
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UK bluefin tuna comeback shows nature can recover, says WWF
The tuna is one of several wildlife recoveries highlighted in a major new report from WWF. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &...
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Blue Planet III ventures into darkest depths of ocean
Sir David says the series uncovers marine life that is "even more precious than we ever realised". Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Scienc...
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World's largest penguin colony hit by 'alarming' decline in numbers
Climate change is blamed for dramatic decline of chinstrap penguins living on a remote volcanic island. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - S...
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Tropical Storm Isaias forecast to become first Atlantic hurricane of 2026
El Niño has led to an eerily quiet season so far but the first Atlantic hurricane of the year is now set to impact the southern USA. Newsiline summarises...
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Yorkshire Water admits sewage scheme falls short
The firm says the scheme to reduce storm overflow discharges has not performed as expected. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &...
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Chemistry Nobel awarded for solving mystery of life's asymmetry
The prize was given to the French and Japanese scientists for solving the mystery of life's asymmetry. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Sc...
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Puffin island on cusp of closure as it runs out of water
Lundy is in "real jeopardy" and could be evacuated if supplies run out, bosses say. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & Environ...
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Tests carried out on seabirds after nurdle spill
Necropsies are being carried out on seabirds to find out the effects of microplastic pollutants. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science...
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A beautiful Himalayan bird is changing its voice due to human activity, research shows
A sharp increase in human activity is affecting the way the Himalayan monal lives and communicates, studies show. Newsiline summarises this report from BB...
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Gloucester Docks dredging project costing £4m begins
Silt levels in the docks have left boats stranded and led to the docks closing this summer. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &...
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'Ghost particles' from space telescope wins physics Nobel
Belgian physicist Prof Francis Halzen has won for his pioneering work on an observatory that detects particles from space. Newsiline summarises this repor...
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Carbon tracking tower put on Scotland's largest saltmarsh
It will track how much carbon is being taken out of the atmosphere by the saltmarsh on the Solway Firth. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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Plaque unveiled to honour Beagle 2 mission leader
The plaque, unveiled at the M Shed in Bristol, recognises Colin Pillinger who led the 2003 probe mission to Mars. Newsiline summarises this report from BB...
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Creosote found in beach pollution investigation
Restrictions remain in place on Blyth Beach after a pollution incident was reported in August. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &a...
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Why are data centres such a big deal in Scotland?
At least 23 huge data centres are planned in Scotland, causing significant concern for campaigners. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Scien...
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Environmental groups critical of housing levy idea
The government wants developers to fund waterways projects in Norfolk. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & Environment and link...
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Rare tree on Somerset clifftops being protected
A rare tree, Fay's whitebeam, that is only found on cliffs in Somerset is being protected. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &...
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Purchase of field aims to expand 'green lung'
It is hoped the prospective sale provides a haven for wildlife in an urban area. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & Environmen...