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Dolly the Sheep cloning pioneer Sir Ian Wilmut dies aged 92

Sir Ian Wilmut, the pioneering scientist who failed biology at Eton but went on to lead the team that cloned Dolly the Sheep, has passed away aged 92. Discover the remarkable journey of the man once told his scientific dreams were 'ridiculous'.

Legal fight launched to save polluted River Wye

Conservation organisations take unprecedented legal action against UK government for failing to protect the River Wye from catastrophic agricultural pollution threatening its ecosystem.

Patagonia's Amazing Transformation: Desert to Wetlands

In an extraordinary environmental success story, Argentina's Patagonian steppe has been miraculously restored to vibrant wetlands, reversing decades of desertification through innovative conservation efforts.

Albanese's environmental laws branded 'unforgivable failure'

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's environmental reforms face blistering criticism from Greens Senator Larissa Waters, who brands new legislation a catastrophic betrayal of election promises and environmental protection.

Kremlin scientist: West plotting virus apocalypse

A top Russian scientist close to Vladimir Putin claims Western powers are developing a virus to eliminate humanity, leaving only a select few to be served by robots in a post-apocalyptic world.

Political Titan Jack Spence Passes at 89

Celebrating the extraordinary life of Professor Jack Spence, the visionary political scientist who influenced generations of Westminster leaders and helped navigate Britain through European integration.

Sewage Sleuths Expose Toxic Truth About UK River Crisis

An explosive investigation by determined citizen scientists reveals how systemic sewage dumping by water companies is causing the slow, dirty death of rivers across England and Wales, with regulators accused of turning a blind eye.

Top AI Scientist Song-Chun Zhu Leaves US for China

In a seismic shift for global AI dominance, pioneering computer scientist Song-Chun Zhu has left the US for China, sparking intense debate about talent, technology, and the new Cold War.

NHS mum's twins foil playpen ban in hilarious viral video

An NHS scientist and mother reveals the hilarious chaos of parenting identical twin toddlers who have masterminded the ultimate loophole to her playpen ban, in a viral TikTok story that will resonate with parents everywhere.

Brit Begins NASA's Year-Long Mock Mars Mission

Laura Marie, a UK scientist, has embarked on a gruelling year-long NASA simulation to test the human limits of a future mission to the Red Planet, living in isolation with three others.

Wisconsin Data Centre Plan Sparks Water War With Locals

A fierce battle erupts in Menominee, Wisconsin, as locals and officials challenge a proposed $10 billion data centre's plan to consume billions of gallons of water annually, raising alarms over environmental impact and resource strain.

TikTok Star Big Manny Pitches Science Show to BBC

TikTok's favourite scientist, Big Manny, is in talks with the BBC to launch a major new science show. The influencer, known for his explosive experiments, wants to make science accessible and exciting for young audiences across the UK.

Iowa's Agricultural Pollution Creates Water Crisis

Exclusive investigation reveals how Iowa's agricultural runoff, mirroring UK environmental concerns, is creating a toxic tide of pollution, devastating waterways and posing serious public health risks.

Forestry Firm Slammed With Dozens of New Logging Charges

A major forestry corporation is embroiled in a significant legal battle, hit with a slew of new charges for alleged illegal logging practices. The case raises serious questions about environmental regulation and corporate accountability.

Map reveals 1,300 US sites leaking toxic chemicals

A groundbreaking analysis reveals over 1,300 hazardous sites across the United States where toxic 'forever chemicals' are seeping into the ground, posing a severe contamination risk to water supplies and public health.

Alan Keys: The quiet visionary who reshaped Britain's environment

The remarkable life and legacy of Alan Keys, the brilliant yet overlooked environmental scientist whose pioneering work on river conservation and sustainable agriculture transformed British policy and left an indelible mark on the nation's natural heritag

Beyond the Doom: Finding Joy in Nature's Story

A powerful new perspective on environmental storytelling urges us to look beyond narratives of loss and despair, celebrating the wonder, resilience, and sheer absurdity of nature that still exists all around us.

Harvard Scientist: Interstellar Object May Be Alien Probe

A top Harvard scientist reignites the extraterrestrial debate, suggesting the mysterious object 'Oumuamua could be an artificial probe sent by an intelligent civilisation. New research indicates it's on a return trajectory towards Earth.

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