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What AI can teach us about listening better -- AI chatbots don't interrupt and aren't judgemental – so what can they teach us about deep listening?

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UK consulting on bringing in social media ban for under 16s -- The government said it expected schools to be "phone-free by default" as a result of the announcement. -- Technology

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Timelapse shows Nasa rocket's 12-hour journey to launch pad -- The 98m-tall Space Launch System moved at a top speed of 0.82 mph (1.3 km/h) over the 4-mile (6.5km) journey. -- US & Canada

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A faceless hacker stole my therapy notes – now my deepest secrets are online forever -- Meri-Tuuli Auer told her counsellor things about her life she didn't want her closest family to know. -- Europe

3 days ago

Are 'tech dense' farms the future of farming? A host of technology is on offer to farmers, promising to raise farming yields and lower food prices. 19 hrs ago

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How crypto criminals stole $700 million from people - often using age-old tricks -- As crypto wealth continues to grow, criminals are mixing sophisticated hacks with deception, and in some cases, real life violence.

6 hours ago

Nasa's mega Moon rocket arrives at launch pad for Artemis II mission -- Final preparations now get underway for the first crewed mission to the Moon in more than 50 years.

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5 months ago

Councillor with MND uses AI to keep his voice -- Sevenoaks District Councillor Nick Varley is using AI technology to talk with his original voice.

8 hours ago

The mysterious singer with millions of streams - but who (or what) is she? -- Sienna Rose has millions of Spotify listeners, but fans don't know what to believe about whether she's real.

3 days ago

ChatGPT to carry adverts for some users -- OpenAI is also expanding its cheaper subscription tier, ChatGPT Go, to all countries where it operates.

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Brunel: Building a Great Britain

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Wonders of the Sun with Dara Ó Briain

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Dating Apps: The Inside Story

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Spy in the Snow

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Brits Who Built the Modern World

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In Search of Science

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First Contact: An Alien Encounter

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Seven Days on Mars

21 days ago

The ingredients that supercharge food nutrients - Adding the right seasoning or dressing to your food can help your body absorb more vitamins and minerals, according to research. See more

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What we get wrong about dopamine -- Sometimes dubbed the 'pleasure chemical', dopamine is often wildly misunderstood. Nikolay Kukushkin delves into what the much-discussed neurotransmitter really does to our brains.

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How to evacuate a doomed space station - quickly -- Astronauts orbiting the Earth are drilled to deal with the worst possible scenarios. That includes having to leave their space station on short notice.

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The world's biggest film industry has a new breakout star: AI -- Indian cinema is embracing AI more readily than Hollywood, but its use isn't pleasing everyone. -- 29 Dec 2025

14 days ago

The planet that shouldn't exist -- Mercury has long baffled astronomers because it defies much of what we know about planet formation. A new space mission arriving in 2026 might solve the mystery. -- 28 Dec 2025

15 days ago

The ultra-cold temperatures needed for epic nuclear science -- One of the world's most sophisticated scientific facilities is turning to jaw-droppingly low temperatures to try and unravel the secrets of the Universe.

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The optical illusions that fool AI -- Our eyes can frequently play tricks on us, but scientists have discovered that some artificial intelligence can fall for the same illusions. -- 12 Jan 2026

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What are your chances of beating top tennis stars? -- An unusual tennis competition that pits amateurs against professionals in one-point matches is launching at the Australian Open. -- 10 Jan 2026

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A red pixel in the snow: How AI found a lost climber -- Scouring remote areas for missing walkers and climbers can take rescuers weeks and sometimes months. AI can do the job in a matter of hours in some cases – and potentially save lives. -- 9 Jan 2026

3 days ago

The lab recreating melting glaciers to forecast sea levels -- Tech Now visits a Wisconsin lab where scientists model how glaciers melt to better predict sea‑level rise. -- Tech Now

4 days ago

What's it like to meet your own avatar? -- Musician KT Tunstall meets her avatar as Tech Now explores music's virtual future. -- Tech Now

11 days ago

A simple stargazing ritual to reset stress -- Dark-sky retreats are on the rise, offering nights under dazzling skies to boost calm, clarity, and wonder. -- Science & Health

12 days ago

BBC reporter tests AI anti-shoplifting tech -- Some major retailers and independent stores have introduced AI body scans, CCTV or facial recognition equipment to identify crimes like shoplifting. -- Technology

12 days ago

How pop-up ads took over the internet -- BBC journalist Ammie Sekhon explores the unexpected history of the pop-up ad. -- Tech Now

15 days ago

The AI toys taking over Christmas shopping lists -- Tech Now investigates the latest AI toys on the market and how safe they are for children. -- Tech Now

1 month ago

What does TikTok's deal mean for US users? -- ByteDance, the Chinese owner of TikTok, has struck a deal with US and global investors to operate its business in America. -- Technology

1 month ago

Clair Obscur sweeps The Game Awards with nine wins -- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has been named game of the year at this year's Game Awards. -- Technology

1 month ago

How a tiny chip can hold information from your gut -- A new organ-on-a-chip technology helps doctors design personalised treatments for gut health. -- Tech Now

1 month ago

The coastal city fighting floods with smart sensors -- Tech Now finds out how smart sensors are helping communities in Boston prepare for flooding in real time. -- Tech Now

1 month ago

A virtual trip aboard the Titanic -- Tech Now steps aboard the historic Titanic ship for a virtual trip on its maiden voyage in 1912. -- Tech Now

1 month ago

Behind the scenes of Hollywood's most daring car stunts -- Tech Now visits a high-tech studio transforming the way film car stunts are made. -- Tech Now

1 month ago

The clean fuel that could change global shipping -- Tech Now visits Denmark's first green methanol plant for cleaner ship fuel. -- Tech Now

2 months ago

The immersive tech preparing doctors for lifesaving surgery -- Tech Now meets medical teams using mixed reality environments to rehearse life-or-death operations. -- Tech Now

2 months ago

Can rock climbing really calm your mind? -- Rock climbing is more than a sport. It's an effective mind-body workout and is often used as a therapeutic tool. -- Science & Health

2 months ago

How can rollercoasters hold so much weight? -- Rollercoasters send our hearts racing and stomachs dropping. Hannah Fry dives into the science of how they work. -- Science

2 months ago

The race to unlock nature's hidden secrets -- A team of researchers is working on an ambitious project to build the world's largest biological database. -- Tech Now

3 months ago

How early filmmakers invented the internet's funniest trend -- Discover how quirky clips paved the way for viral humour, proving randomness never goes out of style. -- Technology

3 months ago

London museum brings war survivor stories to life -- The Imperial War Museum uses new technology to unlock historical archives to give the past a voice. -- Tech Now

3 months ago

Americans are socialising less - here's why that's worrying -- Derek Thompson talks about stark declines in the amount of time Americans spend at parties with friends. -- Science & Health

3 months ago

Battery warning after bin lorry wrecked in fire -- It will cost about £250,000 to replace the vehicle, North Warwickshire Borough Council says.

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How a weather rocket almost sparked a nuclear war -- A Norwegian rocket launched on 25 January 1995 in order to study the Northern Lights, was mistaken by Russia for an incoming nuclear missile on a direct course to Moscow.

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When does the Nasa Moon mission launch and who are the Artemis II crew? -- The first crewed Moon mission in 50 years could launch in February, ahead of a future lunar landing.

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Academic says deepfake law delay was frustrating -- Prof Clare McGlynn says the law faced "quite a long delay" considering how "urgent" the problem was.

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Mysterious 'iron bar' discovery in space may reveal Earth's future -- Cardiff astronomers say they don't yet know where iron bar detected inside the Ring Nebula came from.

4 days ago

Mother of Elon Musk's child sues xAI over Grok deepfakes -- The parent company of X and Grok, xAI, launched a counter-suit saying she had violated its terms of service.

4 days ago

How to identify AI-generated videos online -- BBC Verify shares tips and tricks on how to spot AI-generated videos circulating online.

4 days ago

New office for AI to 'explore opportunities' -- A Manx Office for Artificial Intelligence will empower people to use the technology, its head says.

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How realistic is India's quest for magnets made of rare earths? -- India has an $800m plan to make rare earth magnets, aiming to reduce dependence on Chinese imports - but can it work?

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