Breakthrough Prize: Star-studded ceremony honours top scientists

Top scientists were honoured at a star-studded ceremony in San Francisco on Sunday (8 November) evening. The Breakthrough Prize Organization awarded $21.9m (£15m) to the best life scientists, physicists, mathematicians, and one outstanding high school student. Nov 9, 2015

CO2 levels hit record high for 30th year in a row

Greenhouse gas levels in the atmosphere reached a record high in 2014 as the relentless fuelling of climate change makes the planet more dangerous for future generations, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) said on Monday (9 November). Nov 9, 2015

14th Dubai Airshow takes off at World Central airport

The 14th Dubai Airshow opened on Sunday (8 November), attracting over 1,100 exhibitors from more than 60 countries and regions worldwide. Seven fighter jets from the United Arab Emirates Air Force (UAEAF) put on a flying display to kick off the biennial show held at the Dubai World Centrals airport. Nov 9, 2015