FDA advisory panel recommends a first: multi-cancer blood test

'Perfect storm' could lead to rubbish piling up on Scotland's streets, experts warn

There are warnings over a combination of significantly reduced landfill space and a breakdown of Glasgow's main incinerator.

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Blood tests find high level of cancer-causing forever chemical in residents near factory

People living near a major chemical factory in Lancashire are told they could be at risk of serious health conditions.

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Did El Niño turn Hurricane Polo into the most powerful storm of the season?

The BBC's Courtney Sargent explains how El Niño could have rapidly turned Hurricane Polo into one of the Pacific season's most powerful storms.

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When and how to see the Harvest Moon in 2026

September's full Moon will rise across on Saturday 26 September. The best viewing conditions currently look to be across southern and eastern parts of the UK.

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Millions of lettuces ruined by UK aphid outbreak

Growers are facing losses of £10m, as 30 million heads of lettuce will be rendered unusable.

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Farmers' fury as race for £233m funding compared to 'scramble for Oasis tickets'

Farmers fear they may not be able to carry out environmental work because they lost out on funding.