New species 2025: Zombie fungus and bloodstained orchid
Scientists name 125 new plants and fungi, including a spider-eating zombie fungus and an orchid that attracts sexually aroused flies. Discover why this race against extinction is critical.
Scientists name 125 new plants and fungi, including a spider-eating zombie fungus and an orchid that attracts sexually aroused flies. Discover why this race against extinction is critical.
A new witness account of a bizarre road rage incident has surfaced in the three-year hunt for Angie Fuller, missing in the Tanami Desert. Police have doubled the reward to $500,000.
Leonardo DiCaprio was forced to accept his Desert Palm Achievement Award via video after US airstrikes on Venezuela caused Caribbean air travel chaos, stranding him near St. Barts. Read the full story.
Plant expert Igor Podyablonskiy warns UK orchid owners about three frequent care errors that stop flowering. Learn how to fix light, watering, and soil issues for stunning, lasting blooms.
Rio Tinto and Codelco's plan to extract lithium from Chile's Maricunga salt flat faces fierce opposition from Colla Indigenous communities, who fear it will destroy their water sources and sacred lands. Read the full story.
A new CNN documentary reveals the explosive behaviour and offensive language that turned comedy icon Chevy Chase into a Hollywood pariah. Premieres January 1.
A new CNN documentary reveals the explosive behaviour and offensive language that derailed Chevy Chase's career. Premieres January 1.
Jojo Moyes reveals how the late Sophie Kinsella pushed her to finish the bestselling novel Me Before You, which sold 14 million copies. Discover the touching story behind the hit book.
Australian star Bryan Brown has revealed he was offered the drag role made famous by Terence Stamp in the hit film 'The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert'. Discover why he said no.
Author JoJo Moyes reveals she was ready to give up her career before her novel Me Before You became a global phenomenon, selling 14 million copies and inspiring a hit film. Discover her journey from despair to bestseller lists.
A vast new master-planned community, Teravalis, is rising in the Arizona desert. With 100,000 homes planned, it promises affordability, jobs, and a focus on water sustainability. Discover this ambitious 'city within a city'.
Ashlee Buzzard faces first-degree murder charges after her nine-year-old daughter, Melodee, was found dead in the Utah desert. The mother is accused of a calculated, multi-state crime.
A couple taking photos in the Utah desert discovered the body of nine-year-old Melodee Buzzard. Her mother, Ashlee Buzzard, 40, now faces murder charges. Read the full investigation.
A first-hand account of the gruelling 120km Marathon des Sables in Morocco, where temperatures hit 47°C and survival depends on every gram in your pack. Discover the ultimate test of endurance.
Writer Mark O'Connell spent a year sweeping a 100ft stretch of desert sidewalk, a meditative act probing life's meaning. Discover his profound journey and insights.
Ex-F1 star Daniel Ricciardo hints at a dramatic return to competitive racing in 2026 Ford Raptor Rallies, just months after announcing his retirement. Discover his potential new path.
Oscar-winner Kate Winslet opens up about cruel school bullying and a drama teacher's taunt that triggered a long-term eating disorder, which she calls her 'only regret'.
Oscar winner Kate Winslet reveals her 'regret' over teenage body image issues and the impact of a drama teacher's cruel weight comment. Read her candid interview.
Kate Winslet reveals shocking childhood bullying and fat-shaming by a drama teacher on BBC's Desert Island Discs. The Oscar winner details her resilience and journey to Hollywood stardom. Listen now on BBC Sounds.
Stunning images show Saudi Arabia's northern deserts blanketed in thick snow after days of icy weather. Discover how this rare event happened and what it means.
A previously unknown wild jaguar has been captured on camera in southern Arizona, marking the fifth such sighting since 2011 and sparking hope for the endangered species' recovery in the US.
Get the best bets and expert analysis for Saturday's top races at Sandown Park and Aintree, including the Tingle Creek Chase and Becher Handicap Chase.
The bodies of a cryptocurrency platform founder and his wife were discovered encased in concrete in the UAE desert after a chilling final text. Read the full investigation details.
The Tahoe-Reno Industrial Centre, larger than Denver, is now a global hub for tech giants' AI data centres. This boom fuels economic growth but threatens scarce water resources in one of America's driest states. Discover the modern-day gold rush's high st
An F-16C fighter jet from the US Air Force Thunderbirds demonstration squadron crashed during a training mission in the California desert. The pilot ejected and sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Read the full report.
A US Air Force Thunderbirds F-16C fighter jet crashed during a training mission in the Southern California desert. The pilot ejected safely and is in stable condition. Read the latest details.
A US Air Force F-16C fighter jet from the Thunderbirds demonstration squadron crashed in the California desert. The pilot ejected and was taken to hospital. Get the latest updates.
Leading astronomers warn a major renewable energy complex near Chile's Paranal Observatory poses an 'imminent threat' to global astronomy. Discover the battle to preserve one of Earth's last dark sky sanctuaries.
A groundbreaking documentary reveals how scientists are hunting for new antibiotics in Chile's Atacama Desert, the driest place on Earth, to combat the global superbug crisis. Watch the story of survival and science.
Ricky Megee endured ten weeks in the desert after an alleged kidnapping, surviving on snakes and his own urine. Discover his incredible, controversial story of resilience.