The system of how schemes to protect forest biodiversity and people in poor nations are assessed is ineffective, a study concludes.

A fossilised section of beak found in the UK belonged to the world's largest toothed pterosaur, say scientists.

Three researchers working on the applications and implications of quantum physics share the 2011 Nobel prize in physics.

Tokelau in the South Pacific follows Tuvalu in declaring a state of emergency in a drought crisis blamed on La Nina.

Japan confirms it will go ahead with its annual whale hunt in the Antarctic and says it will increase security to protect its fleet.

A rescue search is carried out off the coast of Tynemouth Longsands after a member of the public mistook the planet Jupiter for a distress flare.

People with pale skin who are prone to sunburn may need to take supplements to ensure they get enough vitamin D, say experts.

Scientists have begun to predict the animals that may become extinct in the next century because of climate change.