A round-up of general science news as collated by the BBC (in the UK).

Fears for 1,000 breeding toads after reservoir drained by water company

20 Apr 2026 at 5:17am
Volunteers who helped more than 1,500 toads cross a busy road to a breeding ground fear they have died. Read more...

Artemis II crew: 'We left as friends - we came back as best friends'

16 Apr 2026 at 9:49pm
The four crew members gave their first press conference since they splashed down nearly a week ago, and emphasised hope and unity. Read more...

Why cheap power could matter more than clean power in the push for net zero

15 Apr 2026 at 11:20pm
The question of how important making our electricity clean is to going green is coming under increasing scrutiny Read more...

Butterfly numbers are dropping but here are five species you may see more of

14 Apr 2026 at 11:14pm
A warming climate has helped some to flourish, researchers say, but the outlook is troubling. Read more...

New footage shows moment Orion capsule hatch is opened at sea

14 Apr 2026 at 4:12pm
Newly released video shows the moment the hatch of Artemis II's Orion capsule is unlocked to a joyful reunion with the four astronauts. Read more...

Golden eagles' return to English skies gets government backing

11 Apr 2026 at 11:19pm
The birds could be reintroduced as early as next year following a £1m injection from the government. Read more...

Fire at protected nesting site treated as arson

20 Apr 2026 at 2:03pm
Conservationists say the blaze on Sunday evening has destroyed three acres used by nesting birds. Read more...

Nigerian wins global prize for trying to save bats in a country that shuns them

20 Apr 2026 at 1:10pm
Many Nigerians associate bats with witchcraft but that did not deter ecologist Iroro Tanshi. Read more...

'We want to give a voice to Lough Neagh', singers say

19 Apr 2026 at 3:24pm
Campaigners gathered at several locations around Lough Neagh to come together to 'Sing for the Lough'. Read more...

'It would break my heart' - wind farm plans leave people divided

19 Apr 2026 at 6:44am
People have contacted BBC Your Voice about plans for onshore wind farms across Wales. Read more...