Watch: What caused the Nepal-Tibet flash floods?
At least 270 people have died in the massive flash floods, while more than 800 others are missing.
Food waste processing is 'worth the extra effort'
Cornwall Council says about 36,000 tonnes of food waste has been recycled over two years.
At least 12 dead as wildfires sweep through northern Algeria
Northern Africa has experienced severe heatwaves this summer, leading to hundreds of fires across the region.
Plug-in solar panels are coming to a shop near you - here's what to know
The UK government claimes panels could help homes "significantly cut" energy bills.
Does 'rewilded' land need better wildfire prevention measures?
RSPB is considering measures it can take to improve resilience in the wake of a five week long fire
Trust launches 'first-of-its-kind' nature survey
A wildlife group says "everyone can get involved with protecting nature" by taking part in research.
Drought leaves 'barely any apples' to make cider
Some orchards are harvesting just a 10th of their usual crop, and facing an uncertain future.
Why is cracking clay causing train troubles?
Train passengers in Essex are being warned of slower speeds and timetable changes - what's going on?
World's oceans hit highest temperature on record as El Niño grows
The record "is another clear signal of an ocean under growing stress", according to Dr Samantha Burgess from the European Copernicus climate change service.
8-year-old dies from rare brain-eating amoeba likely contracted while swimming in Louisiana lake
An 8-year-old has died after contracting a rare brain-eating amoeba believed to have been encountered while swimming in a lake near her home, her family and...
France links rise in drownings to 301 to heatwaves
A government minister says said people have been taking risks by going into the water, with many accidents occurring in areas that are not authorised for swimming.