The Daring Voyager

Scientists say the growing El Niño weather pattern is an "unprecedented event" and means 2027 is likely to be the world's hottest year on record. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PCE4tVb

The heavy downpours that have caused flash flooding will ease during Friday with sunshine returning for the weekend. But there are some chilly nights in store, as Ben Rich explains. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AHVx3GB

A tradition on a river once fished by US President Jimmy Carter could be coming to an end. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SYRU9Lr

Melting sea ice from climate change has opened up the region for giant whales to undertake 'feeding frenzies'. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CJEubOL

The prolonged dry spell has come to an end with heavy, thundery showers continuing to sweep across the UK, as Ben Rich explains. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1gPMsCe

Though the German state of Brandenburg that wraps around Berlin is getting drier, it is also home to thirsty industrial plants such as Tesla and Red Bull. Is there enough water to go around? from DW Environment https://ift.tt/1JNyKxL

White Park cattle arrive at the Castle Howard estate in North Yorkshire to support conservation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3KcICYQ

France is seeing water shortages in regions that usually have plenty of supply. This summer's extreme heat is exposing how unprepared much of the country, and Europe, is for increasing water scarcity. from DW Environment https://ift.tt/xoeNR9F

Researchers have announced synthetic viruses designed by artificial intelligence. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AwBzrQ7

Rain has returned to parts of the UK this week but is it enough to end the drought some regions are facing? from BBC News https://ift.tt/6y7Vgjv

A dispute over a solar panel plan is resolved, with the complainant now a proponent for the site. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DwWZYPq

Six tree preservation orders are issued to protect important trees across a borough in Devon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yeRhwYr

Habitats belonging to snakes and rare moths have been destroyed after the wildfires this summer. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DvkGsCP

James Herd, who works for Surrey Wildlife Trust, says everyone needs to prepare for extreme weather. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gdMN5oX

Tayane Dalazen was on a shark-diving trip in Brazil when she was attacked. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SaZyM2z

In a worst-case scenario, category one Lala could dump up to 25in (63cm) of rain on Big Island. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3onBQAY

The move follows a chance conversation at the wildlife attraction and replaces imported fish. from BBC News https://ift.tt/a03PYfS

Thousands turned out to watch the solar eclipse in the South West; here's what they made of it. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nDXrvbJ

BBC Verify examines the impact of drought and extreme heat on western European rivers, fields and mountains. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HNMyQtK

The plan to reduce light pollution could be put out for public consultation at a later date. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GaRoKHA

Signs suggest the water vole population on the Hogsmill River in Surrey has been reestablished. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ah29CXs

Why is the Sun's corona millions of degrees hotter than its surface? And how does it maintain its inexplicably high temperature? from BBC News https://ift.tt/gCkc4Z6

Solar specs are tricky to recycle because of their lenses, so here are three things to do instead. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oX2Z0kE

More than 90% of the sun was obscured by the moon for the first time since the total eclipse in 1999. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3k8KQnw

People gather in York, Leeds and Bradford to view the most significant solar eclipse since 1999. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DlG56UT

Up to 96% of the Sun will be covered by the Moon in the UK, while parts of Spain, Greenland, Iceland, Portugal and Russia will see a total eclipse. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pBciHAR

British shoppers should expect to see more wonky vegetables due to repeated heatwaves. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9HdQjVG

Residents are being urged to prepare for additional severe storms in the coming days, as officials also report at least one fatality. from BBC News https://ift.tt/m0GcOTp

Michael Sheen investigates claims cancer-causing chemicals were dumped across Wales. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xCjAlat

Jackie and her partner, Shadow, had been watched by millions of people over the years through the Big Bear Eagle Nest Cam. from BBC News https://ift.tt/B60nptQ

A fire broke out at a suspected illegal waste site near Carrington Spur in Trafford, Greater Manchester. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lM5bzYX

What you need to know about the solar eclipse on 12 August and the best viewing spots in London. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3BYXVpE

Typhoon Dolphin made landfall on Sunday evening, affecting Shanghai and other parts of eastern China. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UN40Mqm

With wildfires now widespread and frequent, some rural residents in Canada are learning how to fight the flames themselves and protect their own homes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YXfRKpt

For many, a total solar eclipse is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. But for a dedicated few, it's a deep passion. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ugLGBWk

A rare turtle is being flown home to the Caribbean Sea after being found washed up in Wales. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mDLYJql

The country is home to some of the world's most unique species - but it is losing them at an alarming rate. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4TfLUAv

The charity says plans for a new buyer fell through, meaning all the monkeys will be rehomed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tbITMyD

Ways to safely enjoy the partial solar eclipse on Wednesday evening. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D6cQbF0

Yorkshire residents have a rare chance to see the best view of a solar eclipse since 1999 next week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oLxsYKq

Habitats belonging to snakes and rare moths have been destroyed after the wildfires this summer. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cDRAQwE

Droughts, heat and falling water levels in the Danube are hitting central and southeastern Europe hard. Hungary and Romania are experiencing an energy crisis — whereas countries like Bulgaria are better prepared. from DW Environment https://ift.tt/FY3EJnN

A comprehensive assessment of England's waterways is the first in six years and shows little improvement. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UKWQyvw

Andre Lavoie joined SpaceX in 2009 as an engineer, now he's looking to cash in his shares in the company. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iOQVA2D

A Colorado lab researching the ground-squirrels comes up with an innovative way to raise money after funding cuts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3GHiaDy

A rocket is believed to have crashed into the Moon, forming a new crater - but why haven't images been released yet? from BBC News https://ift.tt/rnT4306

A wave of Kenyan elephant deaths has been blamed on pesticides, but experts tell the BBC they are doubtful. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D5qdblC

Elon Musk's company has struggled to maintain investor enthusiasm that greeted its stock market debut. from BBC News https://ift.tt/L0h7qEo

Up to 20 additional young birds will be released over the next three years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0cnDyxN

Birds from previous releases pair up and return to nest at the site on the Isle of Sheppey. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2TqJP1x

The wedding industry is facing last-minute costs to cope with the heat and October bookings are up. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Owa0Cxz

Low water levels in the Rhine, Danube and Po have curtailed the transport of goods and reduced electricity output. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kRQgsda

Astronaut Tim Peake, guitarist Johnny Marr and 150 other public figures have signed an open letter. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AcNKbn5

Wildlife intervention proposals are controversial but farmers say they are needed to reduce bTB. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SujGTr5

With a hot summer drying out Syston Brook, volunteers have prepared the waterway ready for rain. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TtPmDKA

Some 98% of active climate scientists say climate change is happening, and is man-made. Nonetheless, a new study shows the number of climate-change skeptics in Germany has increased. Why is that? from DW Environment https://ift.tt/LYNBZMv

The bird of prey was found injured on the ground but was nursed back to health over a month. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6cJTCBU

The Environment Agency believes the fish were killed as a result of the heat and drain water. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rJLfCop

Iesetyn Morgan regularly free dives and shares the footage of marine life on social media. from BBC News https://ift.tt/W2MFmry

From beach ratings to apps and flags, we take a look at how swimmers can check water quality. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xrdFhUE

An ancient algae first spotted four decades ago will now join the collection of the Natural History Museum. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IY4jZH5

An ancient algae first spotted four decades ago will now join the collection of the Natural History Museum. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IY4jZH5