The incredible history of the UK's heirloom plants and why they're set to make a comeback.

The newest branch of the US military, established by President Trump, goes into orbit for the first time.

New data confirms the improvement in air quality over Europe - a by-product of the coronavirus crisis.

Scientists find out more about the threats of plastic to thousands of fish, whales and other aquatic life.

Public transport and active travel will be the "natural first choice", the Transport Secretary says.

If coronavirus can be transferred on to surfaces, safe food shopping presents challenges.

The third such event in five years prompts scientists to renew urgent warnings about climate change.

Neanderthals were eating fish, mussels and seals at a site in present-day Portugal, according to a new study.

Pangolins smuggled into China were carrying viruses closely related to the one sweeping the world.

Pre-1960s handwritten rain gauge data can inform drought and flood planning, but only if digitised.