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Countries are racing to secure the critical minerals and rare earths needed to make vital products.

UKRI boss Ian Chapman said it had been told by the government to "focus and do fewer things better".

International Olympic Committee president Kirsty Coventry says it must "be better" on climate change after receiving a petition signed by more than 21,000 people who want to stop fossil fuel companies from sponsoring winter sports.

Trials to restore the saltwater plant to the Humber Estuary are hugely encouraging, experts say.

A major review called for oversight of water companies in Wales and England to be overhauled.

Increasing testing for PFAS is part of the UK's first ever national plan for tackling the substances.

Musk's space exploration company and his AI start-up are merging.

People on a street at risk of flooding will discover whether their homes are to be demolished.

The firm wants to create a network of "orbital data centres" to power artificial intelligence.

Why the coastline is eroding fast - after Storm Ingrid strips beaches in height and exposes homes.