The ice shelves in Canada's High Arctic have lost a colossal area this year, scientists report. Full story...
A British team of scientists have pinpointed a "tumour suppressor" gene which protects against lung cancer.
A major international study says palm oil plantations reduce plant and animal diversity, and do little to reduce carbon emissions.
An archaeological dig in Russia has unearthed female figurines, carved tools, and a cone-shaped carving of unknown purpose.
Brazil's environment minister has plans to reduce deforestation in the Amazon region by up to 70%, as UN climate talks begin.
A rare amber necklace believed to be about 4,000 years old is uncovered in Stockport.
The first comprehensive inventory of the animals that live in a polar regions is completed, scientists report.
More cuts in greenhouse gases by 2020 are needed if the UK is to play its part in combating climate change, an advisory body will say.
Diets and creams which claim their antioxidant properties could cheat the advances of time may be worthless, researchers suggest.
UN climate change talks open in Poland, seeking details on plans for emission cuts and forest protection.
Scientists have halted the advance of heart disease in mice - and even reversed some of its effects.
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