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Fears of fire and environmental disaster as company repeatedly misses UK deadlines to decommission sites

The 10,000 miles of coastline host a stunning variety of creatures, so put on a diving mask or just a pair of wellies and go on the hunt

Climate change threatens plants and animals around the world, but some regions are particularly exposed. Some are vulnerable simply due to the huge diversity of species they harbour. Others will experience more acute climate disruption than elsewhere. For some regions, such as Western Australia’s southwest, both are true.

Langstone, Hampshire: It’s remarkable to think that silverfish – one of which has dropped off my cabbage – have been around for more than 400m years

With thousands of sites possibly leaking toxic chemicals, some people have already faced years of misery

More than 21,000 old sites may be releasing ‘forever chemicals’ into land often left as open space

An environmental regulator says water quality in Tasmania's Macquarie Harbour is showing continued improvement, but conservationists aren't convinced.

Before campaigning against a WA offshore wind farm, Darryl Hockey was denying his knowing involvement in the Australian Wheat Board’s disgrace.

As sunny summer days return in the northern hemisphere, you may be looking to refresh your wardrobe. The allure of a whole “new you” is pervasive, and the foundation of many a successful marketing campaign.