LoginWhy is a peat fire so bad? BBC is in Indonesia to find out
21 October 2026 at 23:02
The BBC's Liza Tambunan is in central Kalimantan, to explain what peat is and why Indonesia is facing its worst wildfire season in a decade.
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Why is a peat fire so bad? BBC is in Indonesia to find out
21 October 2026 at 23:02
The BBC's Liza Tambunan is in central Kalimantan, to explain what peat is and why Indonesia is facing its worst wildfire season in a decade.
New lab to become centre for investigating uplands
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The research facility in Penrith will also help train the next generation of environmental scientists.
Pupils who designed a badge sent to space meet NASA astronaut
21 October 2026 at 20:39
Frank Rubio is set to be in the crew for the Artemis III mission and previously spent a year in space.
Pupils who designed a badge sent to space meet NASA astronaut
21 October 2026 at 20:39
Frank Rubio is set to be in the crew for the Artemis III mission and previously spent a year in space.
Fuel leak which killed fish in River Taff stopped
21 October 2026 at 19:28
GE Aerospace previously confirmed fuel got into the river while repair work took place nearby.
Fuel leak which killed fish in River Taff stopped
21 October 2026 at 19:28
GE Aerospace previously confirmed fuel got into the river while repair work took place nearby.
Can a giant tunnel save Windermere?
21 October 2026 at 17:30
A £3.6bn proposal to stop sewage being discharged into Windermere, England's largest lake, has been unveiled.
Will Jackdaw cut your energy bills?
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BBC Verify's Ben Chu explains why energy prices are so high, and what Jackdaw could mean for your bills.
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- Burnham defends Jackdaw decision as Badenoch urges PM to overturn ban on new oil and gas licences
Burnham defends Jackdaw decision as Badenoch urges PM to overturn ban on new oil and gas licences
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The UK government says the field, which is opposed by environmental campaigners, could be producing gas by the end of this month.
How Jackdaw ignites row over climate and costs
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How Jackdaw ignites arguments over climate and costs
How much gas could Jackdaw provide? And will it cut your energy bills?
21 October 2026 at 12:57
BBC Verify looks at what the Jackdaw decision means for bills, energy security and the environment.
How much gas could Jackdaw provide? And will it cut your energy bills?
21 October 2026 at 12:57
BBC Verify looks at what the Jackdaw decision means for bills, energy security and the environment.
Astronaut surprise video leaves pupils starstruck
21 October 2026 at 12:55
The surprise came after a teacher's father met Peake while working on a cruise ship.
Irish weather warning ahead of Storm Austen
21 October 2026 at 12:48
The Republic of Ireland's weather service warns of potential of flooding and travel disruption.
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- Amber warning issued as Storm Austen threatens UK with strong winds and heavy rain
Amber warning issued as Storm Austen threatens UK with strong winds and heavy rain
21 October 2026 at 11:55
The deep area of low pressure is expected to move close to the south of the UK early on Friday with south-west England set to bear the brunt.
Storm Austen to batter Wales coast with 70mph winds
21 October 2026 at 11:10
Gusts of wind about 50 to 60mph are likely to hit large parts of south Wales on Friday.
Massive wasps' nest in wildlife office dismantled
21 October 2026 at 06:35
The insects lived in a nature reserve office for four months.
Estate records 'abundance' of wildlife despite drought
21 October 2026 at 06:25
Wimpole's "long-term approach to nature recovery" has seen more than 5,000 species recorded.
Farmer lost out by minutes in race for wildlife funding
21 October 2026 at 06:23
Richard Peace is among thousands of farmers who missed out as funding was snapped up in hours.
