Conservation group WWF calls on a company to abandon plans to explore for oil in Africa's oldest national park, the Virunga in DR Congo.

Several ancient dinosaurs evolved the brainpower needed for flight long before they could take to the skies. scientists say.

Most adults in England are risking their health by failing to exercise enough, with the poorest and least educated most likely to be inactive, research shows.

The UK sent a laser weapon designed to "dazzle" Argentine pilots during the Falklands war, but never used it, official documents show.

Access to clean water and soap not only improves hygiene but may boost growth in young children, research suggests.

Eight chimpanzees get into a secure area within their enclosure leading to the temporary closure of Twycross Zoo in Leicestershire.

Researchers say that planting large amounts of trees in deserts could cheaply and effectively remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

Sleeping under the stars can affect our circadian rhythms say scientists and restore our natural sleep patterns.