'World first' gene project helping rare monkeys 8/4/2026

Researchers say they have achieved a "world first" by successfully mapping the DNA of a monkey in Staffordshire. ...more

Kazakhstan releases endangered saker falcons in Saudi-backed restoration drive 7/4/2026

With a loud thwack of their wings, the falcons took flight, quickly soaring high above the rocky desert landscape of Altyn-Emel National Park in southeastern Kazakhstan. ...more

Dubai announces EV supercharging stations across 600 parking spaces in parks, beaches 7/4/2026

Dubai Municipality has launched a new initiative to install electric vehicle (EV) supercharging stations across 600 parking spaces in public parks, beaches, and recreational facilities, with a planned investment of Dh150 million. ...more

Why climate change is taking lamb off the menu this Easter 7/4/2026

New analysis by Zero Carbon Analytics for the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU) found that successive climate shocks since 2022 have pushed lamb prices in the UK up by between seven and 21 per cent each time. ...more

From early birds to emerging butterflies: UK shows signs of earliest spring on record 7/4/2026

Citizen science data reveals early flowering, nesting and insect activity as global heating accelerate seasonal change. ...more

US agencies to monitor drinking water for microplastics, pharmaceuticals 3/4/2026

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Health and Human Services on Thursday announced ‌that they will monitor the impact of microplastics and pharmaceuticals on drinking water, the first step toward assessing their health risks and shaping new policies. ...more

Britain's greenhouse gas emissions fell 2% last year 3/4/2026

Britain's greenhouse gas emissions fell by 2% last year, provisional government data showed on Thursday, as ‌emissions from industry fell. ...more

The dark side of the balloon boom – is it time they were banned? 3/4/2026

From balloon arches at parties to mass balloon releases at funerals, these bits of floating rubber and plastic can have disastrous effects on wildlife. As some retailers are refusing to sell them, here are some alternatives. ...more

Solar saved Europe €3bn in fossil fuel imports in March: Which country is leading the way? 2/4/2026

A new analysis found that Europe’s solar capabilities could save the continent €67.5 billion by the end of the year if gas prices remain high. ...more

Canada aims to double areas protected from development by 2030 2/4/2026

Canada aims to double the size of lands and water that are protected from development by 2030 ‌as part of a new C$3.8 billion nature strategy, Prime Minister Mark Carney told reporters on Tuesday. ...more