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Hawaii's iconic 550-year-old Hōlei Sea Arch collapses into Pacific

Hawaii's iconic Hōlei Sea Arch, a 90-foot-tall lava rock formation that stood for 550 years at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, has collapsed into the Pacific Ocean between 23 and 27 September. The structure was weakened by the 2018 Kīlauea eruption and repeated damage from tropical storms.

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Orionid Meteor Shower Peaks This Week Across UK Skies

The Orionid meteor shower peaks on 21–22 October as Earth passes through debris from Halley's Comet. Expect 10–20 meteors per hour under dark skies, best viewed between midnight and dawn with the naked eye. UK weather conditions will be mixed, with clearer skies in the south and east.

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Nasa scientists study Scottish rocks to decode ancient Mars

Nasa scientists have collected rock samples from the Scottish Highlands to help understand potential biosignatures detected by the Perseverance rover on Mars. The Clachtoll site in Assynt contains rocks formed in environments similar to ancient Martian landscapes.

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Hundreds of trekkers airlifted as Nepal hit by fresh deadly landslides

Landslides and heavy rain kill about 30 in Nepal as hundreds of trekkers are airlifted from mountains. The Annapurna Circuit remains closed following infrastructure damage and an avalanche near Himlung Peak.

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Rare Bog Grass Moth discovered at Welsh nature reserve for first time

Conservationists have recorded the Bog Grass Moth at a Welsh nature reserve for the first time, capturing 19 individuals in a single night of surveying at Cors Geirch on the Llŷn Peninsula. The discovery highlights the ecological importance of specialist fen habitats.

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Only 28% of nurdles recovered from Tyne spill, with more expected to wash ashore

Only 28% of plastic nurdles from a July ship collision at the Port of Tyne have been recovered, with researchers warning additional pellets will continue washing up on beaches. Scientists say complete recovery is unachievable.

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Young people devise climate solutions at Ipswich hackathon

Sixteen young people participated in a hackathon at Ipswich's Jerwood Dancehouse, developing creative solutions to combat light pollution, wildfires, ocean damage and water quality issues as part of a free touring climate change exhibition.

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Dead animals found in Brentford canal as sewage pollution worsens in summer heat

Dead animals including foxes, ducks and cats have been discovered in Brentford's canal network during summer months, with sewage misconnections and stagnant water identified as primary causes. Young rowers face exposure to contaminated water, prompting local authorities to launch investigations a...

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Government building collapses into Nepali river as flooding devastates region

A government building in western Nepal collapsed into the Daram River on 27 September amid severe flooding that has killed at least 27 people in recent days. Officials evacuated the structure and removed important documents before it fell.

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Wales raises engine-idling fines to £150 to tackle pollution near schools

Wales is raising fines for leaving vehicle engines running while parked from £20 to £75–£150 from 30 September 2026. The Welsh government says the increase will reduce harmful pollution and protect children's health, particularly near schools and hospitals.

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80-Year Family Farm to Transform into Wildlife Haven Over Three Decades

A 70-acre family farm in Hertfordshire will be transformed into a wildlife haven over 30 years, restoring woodland and grassland while supporting species like brown hares and hedgehogs. The project forms part of the county's nature recovery strategy.

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West Yorkshire residents travel miles to dump waste as tip closures fuel fly-tipping crisis

West Yorkshire residents are travelling miles to dispose of waste after local recycling centre closures, with fly-tipping reports rising sharply. Sugden End near Keighley will reopen later this year, but communities in Ilkley and Birstall remain without nearby alternatives.

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