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Cash recovered from ex-Nasa scientist turned scammer
John Burford was jailed in 2025 after taking more than £1m from his victims. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and links readers t...
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Three dead and several injured in shooting at food festival near Seattle's Space Needle
Several others, including a two-year-old boy, were also injured. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and links readers to the ori...
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Volunteer scheme credited with changing man's life
Michael Reynolds, 27, says the scheme helps him to "get away from day-to-day life". Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & Environ...
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'Off the scale' haul of nitrous oxide cans found
Litterpickers say they found 82 in a day, and normally find between three and 12. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & Environme...
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The nature reserve where 'magical' glow worms thrive
The nature reserve in Sussex is seen as a 'stronghold' for the near threatened glow worm. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & E...
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Littering fines draw in almost £100k across county
New figures reveal which councils in Cambridgeshire have issued the most fines for littering. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &am...
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Why scientists watched grass grow for 170 years
Started by Victorians, Rothamsted Research are monitoring how grass grows. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & Environment and...
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Trump paused attacks on Iran to make space for talks, US ambassador says
Neither the US nor Iran have launched attacks in the last two nights, after almost two weeks of tit-for-tat strikes risked derailing talks to permanently...
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Residents urged to join nationwide butterfly count
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole are home to many important butterfly sites, says authority. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &...
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'It's like having an amusement park and not opening it' - algae closures take toll
There are currently 245 algae blooms across water systems in Northern Ireland. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & Environment...
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Nasa boss praises rise of women in science
Dr Nicola Fox says she was one of four women on her science course at university in the 1991. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &am...
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How to see July's full Buck Moon as it rises in the night sky
July's full Moon, know as the Buck Moon, is set to light up the night sky next week. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & Enviro...
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North-east of England receives fewest Green Flag awards
The North East received just 57 awards, much lower than most regions of England, which had over 100. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Scie...
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Everything you need to know about the hosepipe ban
The hosepipe ban is in place due to high demand for water during heatwaves and dry weather. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &...
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Watch: SpaceX's successful test flight and splashdown for Starship
The megarocket pulls off a soft splashdown in the Indian Ocean an hour after launch. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & Enviro...
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Are BuzzBallz actually recyclable?
BuzzBallz cannot be recycled as the metal lid and plastic body are attached, say experts. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & E...
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It's the cocktail taking young drinkers by storm - but the packaging is 'unrecyclable'
BuzzBallz cannot be recycled because the metal lid and plastic body are attached, say experts. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &a...
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'Buck Moon' set to light up sky
July's full Moon is set to be a special one - Sophia Herod explains why. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & Environment and li...
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Rain returns for some parts of the UK
Rain is returning for some of us this weekend – but is it enough for places that have seen little or now rain for weeks? Newsiline summarises this report...
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Play area aims to interest children in rare habitat
A science centre hopes play is the key to making children care about the future of chalk streams. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science...
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Rare night heron spotted at National Trust site
The small bird, which is widespread across Africa, Asia, the Americas and Europe, is seen on camera. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Scie...
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Heatwave anxiety can make you feel 'incredibly helpless' - here's how to manage it
Extreme heat can take a toll on mental health - and young people and women are among the groups most at risk, according to one study. Newsiline summarises...
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Can you be fined for using a hosepipe?
Ben Rich looks at what is and isn't allowed during a hosepipe ban. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & Environment and links re...
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Illegal waste investigation sees £275k forfeited
The investigation spans Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Shropshire, police say. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & Environme...
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Islanders asked to 'track' not 'trample' Asian hornets
More than 200 Asian hornet queens have been caught and nine nests destroyed so far this year. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &am...
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When can you see the Perseid meteor shower?
The Perseid meteor shower is set to light up the night sky, putting on a spectacular treat for skygazers. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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Butterfly city blooms in shadow of office blocks
A patch of land in Hull city centre has been allowed to grow wild to create a haven for insects. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science...
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Most sewage spills in England may be illegal, new research suggests
The new analysis from a prominent water campaigner emerged after secret court documents were leaked. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top...
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UK's largest wind farm to be rebuilt with fewer, larger turbines
Whitelee Windfarm has been producing electricity for about 20 years on a stretch of moorland near Eaglesham but is reaching the end of its life. Newsiline...
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How farmers could fix Wales' polluted rivers and save money
Farmers have a crucial role in cleaning up one of the UK's most polluted river systems, a study shows. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Sc...
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Great Apes kiss and cuddle to keep the peace, says study
Hugging before stressful events may be an ancient way of building trust, say scientists studying apes. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - To...
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Tokyo urges men to wear shorts to work, but women say it's 'leg hair harassment'
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government wants workers to ditch the suit and tie for t-shirts, trainers - and shorts. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC N...
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PFAS treatment 'could cost £210m and higher bills'
The final report from a scientific panel recommends Jersey Water adheres to a lower PFAS levels. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science...
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Record number of osprey chicks for nature reserve
Cumbria Wildlife Trust says it is delighted to see a new breeding pair boosting numbers. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & En...
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Brazil's Amazon sees sharp decline in size of area burned in 2025
The amount of land burned in the world's largest rainforest was the smallest since MapBiomas records began in 1985. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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UK's bumblebees are struggling in heatwaves
UK bumblebees could suffer sharp falls in their numbers as heatwaves become more frequent. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &...