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The airlines industry wants a government bailout. Here’s what needs to happen

As the global health crisis unfolds, airlines have been hit hard. But why are airlines queueing up for a government bailout? Strong links with ministers might tempt the chancellor to dish out public cash to save these corporations – when a real Covid-19 recovery plan would prioritise people and planet instead.

Silhouetted wind turbines against a setting sun

Covid-19 needs our attention right now, but recovery measures could be part of the solution for the climate emergency

Right now, the coronavirus pandemic is the global priority. We all need to work together to save lives and keep our communities together. But the climate and nature emergencies will still be there when the spread of Covid-19 is brought under control. With the right recovery, this could be the moment we take the measures that solve the climate crisis at the same time we escape from this one.

In pictures: celebrating forest life

As well as protecting the planet from climate change, our forests are home to a huge range of amazing nature and animal biodiversity. It's crucial that we do all we can to keep them safe. Here are some pictures of life in forests all over the world.

Fairbourne: the village that could be lost to the sea

In the far west of Wales, a little too close to the sea, lies a small village called Fairbourne. It’s being called the first place in the UK to be lost to climate change, as rising sea levels and extreme weather become too much to defend it from.