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Measures in place to protect historic oak tree
The tree is thought to date back to the time of Sir Isaac Newton, who lived nearby. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & Environ...
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'I have never seen the pond so low in 17 years'
James Herd, who works for Surrey Wildlife Trust, says everyone needs to prepare for extreme weather. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Scie...
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APOD: 2026 August 17 – A Golden Corona Eclipse
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Study warns of measles risk with 1.7 million Australians vulnerable
A new study finds that an estimated 1.7 million people are susceptible to measles, with experts warning it could lead to more outbreaks. Newsiline summari...
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APOD: 2026 August 16 – Milky Way over Yellowstone
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The influencers getting bitten while chasing the perfect shark shot
Tayane Dalazen was on a shark-diving trip in Brazil when she was attacked. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & Environment and...
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Pacific Airshow brings jet suits, stunts and space pioneers to Gold Coast
Some of the world's best aviators feature in this year's Pacific Airshow on the Gold Coast. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and l...
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Hawaii braces for potential first direct hit by a hurricane in 34 years
In a worst-case scenario, category one Lala could dump up to 25in (63cm) of rain on Big Island. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &...
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Hollywood actor seeks help from vicar for series
Rev Paul Cawthorne helped Michael Sheen identify sites where toxic waste was dumped in the 1970s. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science...
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Cornish sardines back on menu for penguins
The move follows a chance conversation at the wildlife attraction and replaces imported fish. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &am...
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Germany news: Russia lists research body as 'undesirable'
Russia has added another German body to its list of "undesirable organizations." A techno parade in Berlin is to take place under high security after last...
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Solar eclipse inspires talk of Pac-man and Shinto myths
Thousands turned out to watch the solar eclipse in the South West; here's what they made of it. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &...
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Europe's scorched landscapes seen from space after summer heatwaves
BBC Verify examines the impact of drought and extreme heat on western European rivers, fields and mountains. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC New...
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APOD: 2026 August 15 – Bright Perseids from Sweden
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Draft dark skies guidance drawn up for the Highlands
The plan to reduce light pollution could be put out for public consultation at a later date. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &...
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NASA Competition Invites Students to Help Imagine a Future Enabled by Lunar Technologies
NASA is asking U.S.-based collegiate teams to submit bold, original concepts to the 2027 edition of a student challenge focused on aerospace innovation th...
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NASA Announces MAX POWER: America’s Newest Aerospace Expo, Airshow
In honor of America’s historic 250th anniversary, NASA announced on Friday MAX POWER, a public exposition of American air and space innovation, Nov. Newsi...
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Volunteer Develops Machine-Learning Tool to Identify Rare Clouds
Certain kinds of clouds are misbehaving – appearing more often and lower in the sky than they used to. Newsiline summarises this report from NASA - News R...
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NASA’s COFFIES Uses AI to Predict Storm-Causing Active Regions on Sun
As humanity looks to the Moon and stars for future exploration, predicting space weather — conditions in space primarily driven by the Sun — is more impor...
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Rare breeding bat found roosting near reservoir
The Nathusius' pipistrelle is believed to be the first confirmed discovery of its kind in the area. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Scien...
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Total Solar Eclipse in Sunflower Field
This composite image shows the progression of a total solar eclipse over San Millán de los Caballeros, Spain on, Wednesday, Aug. Newsiline summarises this...
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Electric vehicle sales targets could be cut after pressure from car makers
The government says it is considering cutting the new electric car sales target from 80% to 50% by 2030. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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Can a drug help prevent trauma? Study with mice suggests so
Researchers in Munich and Stockholm blocked the lifelong social cost of early adversity in mice with a single compound. Newsiline summarises this report f...
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Hidden moth population found after 70 years
Dr Dave Wainwright describes the discovery as one of the highlights of his career. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & Environm...
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'Squashed poo' a sign of water voles' success
Signs suggest the water vole population on the Hogsmill River in Surrey has been reestablished. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &...
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APOD: 2026 August 14 – Total Solar Eclipse from Greenland
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A Sunflower’s View of Totality
The Moon slid between the Sun and Earth to produce a stunning celestial show visible from Spain in August 2026. Newsiline summarises this report from NASA...
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Indian solar mission's new findings throw light on enduring Sun mysteries
Why is the Sun's corona millions of degrees hotter than its surface? Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & Environment and links...
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Research uncovers what determines flavour of Australian chocolate
Researchers find that the location where cocoa beans are fermented can have a big influence on chocolate flavour, unlocking the potential to market chocol...
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You got hold of eclipse glasses just in time - here's what to do with them now
Solar specs are tricky to recycle because of their lenses, so here are three things to do instead. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Scienc...
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NASA’s 737 Reveals New Paint
NASA’s 737 aircraft was painted this week in Oklahoma as it progresses with modifications for use as a reduced gravity test aircraft for the agency. Newsi...
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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. N...
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Crowds reflect on watching 'incredible' eclipse
People headed to beaches, parks and hills in their droves to catch the rare event. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & Environm...
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Hundreds attend teenager's eclipse party
Teenager Aston Smith dreams of working for SpaceX. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & Environment and links readers to the ori...
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Builder with own observatory captures solar eclipse
Simon Wallace, who got hooked on astrophotography in lockdown, shares his images of the spectacle. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Scienc...
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Romania shuts its only nuclear plant as Danube water levels drop
The Cernavodă plant, which produces 20% of Romania's electricity, is not expected to be restarted within the next 10 days. Newsiline summarises this repor...