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Islanders requested to report sightings of endangered eels

Islanders requested to report sightings of endangered eels

The Nature Commission is asking the public to document any sightings of the critically endangered eel species.

29 Aug, 11:04 · Science

Bank holiday weekend begins with strong winds and thunderstorms

Bank holiday weekend begins with strong winds and thunderstorms

Cooler, showery weather will persist through the weekend and into Monday, bringing a rather damp end to what has been a record-breaking summer.

29 Aug, 10:51

How space weather impacts Earth, and the team safeguarding us

How space weather impacts Earth, and the team safeguarding us

Conditions in space have the potential to significantly influence daily life on our planet, with a dedicated team working to mitigate risks.

29 Aug, 06:05

Preventing England's water scarcity: Who's accountable?

Preventing England's water scarcity: Who's accountable?

This summer's drought raises questions about responsibility and England's long-term strategy for securing water resources.

29 Aug, 00:46

'Our parents were crossing the border an hour before the flood hit'

'Our parents were crossing the border an hour before the flood hit'

Authorities say nearly 2,000 people are missing, including more than 100 Americans and Canadians, as families await word on loved ones after the Nepal flash floods.

28 Aug, 17:59

More thunderstorms and rain expected over bank holiday weekend

More thunderstorms and rain expected over bank holiday weekend

The weather will stay unstable for several days, with potential for showers, extended periods of rain, and lightning storms throughout the weekend.

28 Aug, 09:42

Nepal flood survivors recount horror of losing loved ones

Nepal flood survivors recount horror of losing loved ones

One woman described watching her father, mother, sister, and sister's children being swept away before her eyes.

28 Aug, 03:23

Taxpayers bear £6 million cost for Oxfordshire illegal waste site clean-up

Taxpayers bear £6 million cost for Oxfordshire illegal waste site clean-up

The public purse has covered the expenses incurred for clearing an unauthorized landfill located in Oxfordshire.

27 Aug, 21:00

France relaxes cheese production rules due to drought impacts

France relaxes cheese production rules due to drought impacts

Makers of famous French cheeses are granted exceptions for herd grazing locations because of grass shortages.

27 Aug, 18:29

Experts identify ‘glacial collapse’ as cause of Nepal flooding

Experts identify ‘glacial collapse’ as cause of Nepal flooding

Specialists attribute the fatal inundations across Nepal and Tibet to a 'glacial collapse'.

27 Aug, 18:20

Michael Sheen hopes toxic waste film sparks action

Michael Sheen hopes toxic waste film sparks action

Following his investigation into Monsanto, dozens contacted BBC Wales, prompting Sheen to hope for further action.

27 Aug, 09:37

Concerns raised about quad bikes' impact on wildlife in Lisnagra Woods

Concerns raised about quad bikes' impact on wildlife in Lisnagra Woods

A Carnamoyle resident expressed worry that quad bike activity in Lisnagra Woods is affecting local animals.

27 Aug, 08:11

Moon set to appear red during rare partial lunar eclipse on Friday in UK

Moon set to appear red during rare partial lunar eclipse on Friday in UK

The Moon may glow an eerie red in the early hours of Friday, but cloud cover could obscure the phenomenon for some in the UK.

27 Aug, 06:03

Partial lunar eclipse visible from Northern Ireland early Friday

Partial lunar eclipse visible from Northern Ireland early Friday

Stargazers could witness a portion of the moon obscured by Earth's shadow during the early hours of Friday morning.

27 Aug, 05:15