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Is much-heralded nuclear fusion finally ready to fulfil its promise of abundant energy for all?

Rising numbers of extreme wildfires could result in a significant increase in CO₂ emissions, scientists have warned.

The number of sheep and cattle in the UK should be reduced to help combat climate change, a report says.

Scientists find evidence that an iron asteroid slammed into the Earth deep inside the Arctic Circle.

Astronomers have discovered a planet around one of the closest stars to our Sun.

Mountain gorilla: Conservation efforts appear to be paying off for large, charismatic animals.

A large area of warm rock is melting the base of the Antarctic Ice Sheet at the South Pole.

This living laboratory could hold the key to controlling malaria and other conditions.

A study of beetles could explain global decline in insects - and how heat can damage male fertility.

Wet wipes sold as "flushable" are failing the water industry's disintegration test, the BBC finds.

An independent scientific review says badger culling can have a modest effect in reducing cattle TB.

Scientists hope artificial intelligence will gives us more insights into bee health and behaviour.

A now-extinct monkey from Jamaica had South American roots, according to new DNA evidence.

The chained-together demonstrators say they are willing to go to jail for their cause.

Campaigners accuse the government of telling "bare faced lies" about the effectiveness of badger culls.

Thanks to David Attenborough, TV viewers are about to fall in love with the endangered African wild dog.

Farmers will receive 100% compensation for any damages caused by bears, wolves and other wild carnivores.

The joint Europe-Russia mission to the Red Planet in 2020 will investigate an ancient water-altered terrain.

Scientists get a decent look at the large new iceberg that's broken away from Pine Island Glacier.

The backers of the proposed satellite launch site are to hold further discussion with those who live in the area.