The endangered Arabian oryx is brought back from the brink, but many species are still under severe threat, says the IUCN.

Race to salvage Afghan treasures from mining venture

Plans to create an onshore pipeline carrying up to two million tonnes of carbon dioxide across Scotland are proposed.

Archaeologists have uncovered a sewer buried by the volcano Vesuvius which has yielded secrets of the ancient Roman lifestyle, diet and illnesses.

Environmental campaigners ask why the Scottish government wants to protect land sites used by only half of its seals, when one species is in decline.

The Spitzer space telescope snaps a striking image of a colourful ring of gas and dust heated by massive stars at the ring's centre.

An economic study finds the economy of Mull gains £5m each year from visitors attracted by white-tailed eagles.

The US space agency says its Messenger spacecraft is starting to open up a whole new vista on the planet Mercury.