3 d. ago Renowned astronomers push to protect Chile's cherished night sky from an industrial project

Chile’s Atacama Desert is one of the darkest spots on earth, a crown jewel for astronomers who flock from around the world to study the origins of the universe in this inhospitable desert along the Pacific coast

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1 week ago Changes made to £28m project set to 'revive' part of Welsh city

The council said re-profiling project expenditure like this was normal

Economics

1 week ago Met Office says Wales in store for major weather change over next week

The Met Office's latest weather forecast for Wales predicts heavy rain followed by a very mixed bag

Society

2 w. ago Monty Don admits to the pressure Gardeners' World faces as he battles changing weather

Monty Don has been a part of the BBC's Gardeners' World for decades and has now spoken out about the pressure and scrutiny that comes with being a famous TV presenter

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2 w. ago Deadly mpox variant Clade 1b spreads in Europe amid rush for vaccines

Mpox cases continue to rise in parts of Africa, three years after a major outbreak infected nearly 100,000 people

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2 w. ago UK weather: Temperatures plunge to minus 11C but sudden change is coming

Temperatures dropped to 0C in the capital on Thursday night as the cold spell continued

Politics

2 w. ago Winter has finally kicked in – it’s time to crack out the casserole dish and get stewing

The temperature has truly dropped, so get a pot of something warming and delicious going on the stove. Plus: Amy Poon’s perfect post-pub fareSign up here for our weekly food newsletter, FeastAt the risk of sounding like a British cliche, can we take a moment to discuss the change in the weather? This week’s sudden drop in temperature has our house excited for potential snow (the children are giddy), with everything suddenly feeling a lot more wintry. New coats are on the hooks, thermals are being dug out and a casserole dish filled with some sort of soup, stew or stock seems to be permanently ticking away on the hob. These range from quick, warming weeknight dinners to leisurely, slow-cooked weekend meals.Whatever the time of year, I always have speedy packets of wontons and gyozas in the freezer, and cook them depending on how I feel (fried and steamed versus boiled and soupy). At the moment, I am craving warmth and nourishment, and Meera Sodha’s quickish vegan wonton soup hits all...

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2 w. ago ‘Without our expertise, mistakes get made’: the Cop30 campaign to give workers a voice

In this week’s newsletter: The green transition’s effect on workers is a hot topic, as advocates push for those working at the frontlines to have a say in climate policy• Don’t get Down to Earth delivered to your inbox? Sign up hereWe know that to avert the worst effects of the climate crisis, the world must reshape fundamental aspects of society – from how we eat and move around to how we turn on the lights and build homes. The transformation of energy, manufacturing, construction, agriculture and transport is creating millions of new jobs. But it’s also disrupting old roles in polluting industries.The green transition’s effect on workers around the world is a hot topic at this year’s Cop30 climate conference here in Belém, Brazil. More on what labour and climate justice advocates are demanding, after today’s headlines.$170,000 a minute: why Saudi Arabia is the biggest blocker of climate actionClimate crisis or a warning from God? Iranians desperate for answers as water dries upFlo...

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2 w. ago I'm A Celeb bosses scrapped Ant and Dec's dramatic entrance at the last minute

Changeable weather conditions have been causing problems for crews in Australia

Events

3 w. ago ‘Will it change the weather? Will wildlife cope?’: Europe’s rush to build energy projects in Chile might not be as green as it seems

The country’s government is upbeat about the economic prospects of the growing number of windfarms, solar parks and industrial complexes but others warn of ‘green colonialism’For generations, Alfonso Campos’s family has raised sheep in the grasslands of San Gregorio, a tranquil area in Magallanes province, in the far south of Chile’s Patagonia region. Now, he says, his farm will be encircled by three massive containers of ammonia, a desalination plant, a hydrogen plant, gas pipelines and hundreds of wind turbines.“If the ammonia leaks, it will poison everything,” he says. “The noise of the windmills will also upset the animals, and the landscape will be turned into an industrial desert.” Continue reading...

Science

3 w. ago England's first snow since last winter could be just days away, Met Office says as forecaster reveals when EVERYONE could see a sprinkling of the white stuff

The Met Office has warned of a 'big change in our weather ahead through the next ten days' with snow on the way and conditions being 'noticeably colder everywhere' by next week.

Events

3 w. ago Supply boom in cheaper renewables will seal end of fossil fuel era, says IEA

Watchdog’s flagship report says rise in low-carbon electricity will make transition ‘inevitable’, despite Trump’s calls to carry on drillingRenewables will grow faster than any major energy source in the next decade, according to the world’s energy watchdog, making the transition away from fossil fuels “inevitable”, despite a green backlash in the US and parts of Europe.The world is expected to build more renewable energy projects in the next five years than has been rolled out over the last 40, according to the flagship annual report from the International Energy Agency (IEA). Continue reading...

Politics

3 w. ago Arsenal ignoring external opinions that ‘change like weather’, Bukayo Saka says

Arsenal currently lead the Premier League by four points

Sport

3 w. ago How Scotland's forests can deliver future prosperity with higher wages, affordable homes and more

Planting more trees and using the wood to build energy-efficient homes would help tackle climate change and the biodiversity crisis, while creating jobs and wealth

Society

3 w. ago Exact date Lidl’s amazing beauty dupes land in store including marine cream that’s £93 cheaper than the real thing

AT this time of year experts say it's vital to look after your skin. The changing weather can play havoc with your routine and leave your face feeling cracked, dry and dull. But the good news for beauty fans is that Lidl's latest range is just about to drop. And it's also great for the...

Economics

4 w. ago F1 weather forecast: Massive cyclone warning issued for Brazil GP

The weather is set to change dramatically over the course of the weekend in Sao Paulo

Events

4 w. ago Leny Yoro: ‘Manchester United cannot build something with bad energy or bad characters’

Young French defender believes Ruben Amorim’s changes are finally having an impact and a visit to Spurs is a timely reminder of their European goalA little under six months ago, Leny Yoro was sat on the San Mamés turf, head slumped, anguished by the Europa League final defeat to Tottenham. It extinguished Manchester United’s last flicker of hope of Champions League qualification in a desperate season, the Frenchman’s first in England.United visit the same opponents on Saturday, with optimism finally creeping back at Old Trafford after a run of four games without defeat. Yoro, who turns 20 next week, was one of the few successes of a grinding campaign. Ruben Amorim’s attempt to turn the behemoth around is starting to see results and a win at Tottenham would be a further indication of progress as the head coach begins his second year in charge. Continue reading...

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4 w. ago Met Office forecasts change to UK weather after 'exceptionally mild spell'

Temperatures have been well above average for November, but the Met Office says things are about to change

Society

4 w. ago Welsh farmers 'being invaded' by pylon plans take company to court

More than 300 people have launched High Court legal action against a green energy company planning to build the infrastructure across Wales

Events

4 w. ago Climate change boosted Hurricane Melissa's destructive winds and rain, analysis finds

An analysis from World Weather Attribution reports human-caused climate change intensified the winds and rainfall unleashed by Hurricane Melissa in the Caribbean

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