Mon 2 Nov 2009
A European satellite is set to provide major new insights into how water is cycled around the Earth.
Mon 2 Nov 2009
Japan's new space freighter burns up in the Earth's atmosphere after completing its mission to the International Space Station.
Mon 2 Nov 2009
An oil well at the centre of a massive spill in the Timor Sea off the north-west coast of Australia catches fire.
Sun 1 Nov 2009
The last set of UN climate talks before the Copenhagen summit will open with divisions remaining over targets and money.
Sat 31 Oct 2009
A spider web encased in amber which was discovered on an English beach is confirmed as the world's oldest.