As Scotland's recycling rate falls to its lowest level in five years, Kevin Keane looks at what happens to our rubbish.

About 40% of the plants and animals in protected sites across Northern Ireland fall short of meeting the standard for "favourable condition".

About 40% of the plants and animals in protected sites across Northern Ireland fall short of meeting the standard for "favourable condition".

The government pledges £1.9m to wildlife groups' efforts to buy the Rothbury Estate.

The sale of the rare skeleton reignites debate in the scientific community about whether dinosaur remains should end up in private hands or public view.

Spaceplanes could take off on regular flights from Cornwall following an agreement.

Environmental regulator Sepa says households recycled 42.8% of waste in 2025 - down from 44.3% the previous year.

Environmental regulator Sepa says households recycled 42.8% of waste in 2025 - down from 44.3% the previous year.

Artemis III will help test crucial systems needed for the planned Artemis IV Moon landing in 2028.

Artemis III will help test crucial systems needed for the planned Artemis IV Moon landing in 2028.

A zebra-striped bee is seen in Somerset for the first time, offering hope in restored saltmarshes.