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Buzzard makes a splash with a quick lake break
Splish, splash, taking a bath. A rare shot of a bird of prey taking a quick dip in a lake has been captured by a wildlife photographer.
Bumpy the rescued baby hippo has a new best friend
Bumpy the rescued hippo has become best friends with an elephant called Wangalla while being cared for in Kenya.
Hundreds of 'incredible' blue sea creatures wash up on beach
Hundreds blue sea creatures have washed up on beaches in Cumbria and as incredible as they look, we are being warned not to touch them as they can sting.
Conservationist finds hidden population of one of England's rarest moths
A hidden population of one of England's rarest moths has been found at a site where they haven't been spotted since 1952.
Amazing photos: Ocean Photographer of the Year 2026 finalists revealed
Stunning ocean photos reveal baby sea creatures, surfing dolphins and hidden underwater worlds from the Ocean Photographer finalists.
Prime minister visits West Midlands after serious fires
The fire service said the situation has "vastly improved" after homes were damaged and people were evacuated during serious fires in the West Midlands. Find out more here.
NASA Launches Rescue Mission To Save The Swift Observatory
NASA's Swift Observatory, which was launched in 2004, was designed to last just two years. Yet more than two decades later, the orbiting space telescope is still helping scientists study gamma-ray bursts. These powerful flashes of energy occur when stars die or collide. They help scientists learn about the history of the universe.
Have you been fruit picking recently?
From strawberries to blackberries, this is a great time of year to get outside and enjoy some tasty treats. So, we want to know what did you pick and did it taste delicious?
UK sees the hottest day of the year so far
Temperatures are expected to remain high on Friday in Wales, as well as in parts of England, where an amber heat-health alert is still in place until 9pm tonight.
Amy Hunt wins second gold medal at European Championships
Hunt stormed to victory in the women's 200m final with a season's best time of 22.19 seconds. Team-mate Dina Asher-Smith also made it onto the podium, finishing third to take bronze.
Chocolate bar with all UK ingredients made for first time in almost 100 years
The first chocolate bar using entirely British ingredients has been made since 1932. Find out more here.
For West Virginia Engineer, Home Is Where the Heart Is… and NASA, Too
Growing up in Grafton, West Virginia, engrossed in Star Wars and all things science fiction, Fletcher Newell had an early interest in space exploration. That interest only grew when, in 2013, his fourth-grade class took a field trip to a nearby NASA facility he had not yet heard of – NASA’s Katherine Johnson Independent Verification […]
How are summer holiday clubs adapting for the hot weather?
Jenny's been to a sports-themed club in Manchester where they've been coming up with creative ways to stay cool in the heat.
When will the next solar eclipse happen in the UK?
All your solar eclipse questions answered - find out when the next eclipse will be visible in the UK, why they happen and how rare they are...
Knock, knock! Tell us your best joke for National Tell a Joke Day
As part of National Tell a Joke Day on August 16, we want to hear your best jokes. Send them in here...
Scientists claim to have made world's first fully biodegradable balloon
Scientists claim they have made the world's first fully biodegradable balloon, which breaks down in nine months.
A level results: Is it a big day for your older siblings?
The results can help them choose university, apprenticeships or work.
Explainer: What is ADHD?
Short for attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, ADHD affects how people think, learn and process information.
UK weather: Amber warnings issued as UK to have scorching Thursday
Parts of England are under amber heat warnings as Thursday brings extreme heat, with temperatures set to reach 38C in some places.
Matthew Hudson-Smith wins historic 400m gold at European Championships
It's Hudson-Smith's eighth European medal, and the result means he's now become the most decorated GB athlete in the history of the Championships.
Solar eclipse 2026: Pictures from the UK and around the world
Millions of people across the UK and Europe have witnessed the biggest solar eclipse in nearly thirty years. Take a look at some of the amazing pictures from the event here.
What's it like on an accessible adventure residential?
Ricky went to meet a group of kids with lots of different needs and abilities at a residential trip in the Lake District.
Dolphins use seashells to help catch fish, scientists say
Scientists in Australia watched the dolphins chase fish into large empty shells, before lifting them out of the water and tipping their catch into their mouths.
UK's biggest Harry Potter shop to open in London
The UK’s biggest Harry Potter shop is opening in London. Inspired by Diagon Alley the store will open in November. Find out more here.