science
'Extinct' butterfly found across southern England
There has been a flurry of early sightings of the large tortoiseshell butterfly, a charity says. Source link
What is a galaxy? That's a surprisingly difficult question to answer
Figuring out what really counts as a galaxy could give us insights into dark matter and potentially shake up astrophysics, cosmology and particle physics, says columnist Chanda Prescod-Weinstein Source link
University joins UK's £17bn space sector
The Southampton Space Institute will use expertise and facilities for education and jobs creation. Source link
It's nearly moving day for these sand martins
Testwood Lakes Nature Reserve in Hampshire is set to welcome its first residents later this month. Source link
Campaigners push to better protect chalk streams
Campaigners say the eco-system rarity does not have enough legal protection. Source link
Ancient hedge laying used to boost biodiversity
Bristol Water is using ancient hedge laying techniques to improve biodiversity near Blagdon lake. Source link
Wildlife trust buys land to create new reserve
In its 100th year, the Norfolk Wildlife Trust spends £4.6m on 336 acres of farmland. Source link
Being an Essex girl never held me back, says spacecraft engineer
“I don’t think stereotypes like that have ever bothered me,” says 36-year-old Sian Cleaver. Source link
Spectacular images reveal unique sea creatures and corals off Caribbean islands
Scientists discover underwater mountain ranges, golden towers of coral, and never-before-seen sea creatures. Source link
Tim Peake leaves scouts starry-eyed at hut opening
Peake was the first Briton to set foot on the International Space Station. Source link