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The motorcyclist fighting a deadly parasite -- Andrew Ochieng survived the disease as a child. Today, he is working to stop this little-known killer from the back of a motorbike.

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One in three using AI for emotional support and conversation, UK says - The Artificial Intelligence Security Institute (AISI) says the tech is being used by one in 25 people daily. 22 hrs ago

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Why Brussels sprouts no longer taste like you think -- The days of bitter sprouts are gone - is it time for our taste buds to catch up?

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Fifa video game to return after four years in Netflix exclusive -- The game will be made by Delphi Interactive and released in time for the 2026 World Cup.

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UK to ban deepfake AI 'nudification' apps -- A new offence looks to build on existing rules outlawing sexually explicit deepfakes and intimate image abuse.

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Trump Media to merge with fusion energy firm in $6bn deal -- The company behind President Trump's Truth Social platform makes a surprising move into the energy sector.

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Facebook tests £9.99 monthly subscription for sharing more than two links -- Meta is encouraging users to verify themselves to unlock more features or engagement with their posts.

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AI likely to displace jobs, says Bank of England governor -- Andrew Bailey says workers need to be trained to move into jobs that use AI, but adds it might not lead to mass unemployment.

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Former UK chancellor George Osborne joins OpenAI -- Osborne said it was a privilege to become managing director of OpenAI for Countries based in London.

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This Grand Theft Auto creator is back - with a novel about an AI that hijacks your mind -- A Better Paradise is a dystopian vision of the near future in which an AI-led computer game goes rogue.

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The Secret Genius of Modern Life

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Secrets of Our Universe with Tim Peake

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Inside Our Minds

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Science's Greatest Mysteries

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Britain's Railway Empire In Colour

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The First Inventors: Investigating Ancient Australia

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Your early 2000s digital photos are probably lost forever - If you used a digital camera in the early 2000s, there's a good chance whole chapters of your life have been erased. See more

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Why performing stand-up is good for your health -- In the UK, new schemes to support mental health are introducing to people an unexpected skill: stand-up comedy.

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The maths trick that makes gift‑wrapping easy -- Awkwardly-shaped presents are a headache - but there's a formula that lets you wrap gifts with less waste.

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How cosmic rays grounded thousands of aircraft -- Radiation from space that led to more than 6,000 Airbus aircraft needing emergency computer updates could become a growing problem. -- 1 Dec 2025

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Why singing is surprisingly good for your health -- From boosting the brain to reducing pain, joining others in song can bring some wide-ranging benefits. -- 1 Dec 2025

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Psychedelics are revealing hidden sides to people's identity -- There is growing evidence that mind-altering drugs can be used to help people explore aspects about themselves they may not have realised.

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Why sexism leaves 'scars' on the brain -- Subtle sexism that pervades everyday life often gets shrugged off. But research shows it can still have lasting psychological effects – including "thinning" parts of the brain. -- 10 Dec 2025

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How the digital camera was born -- In 1975, a young engineer in the company that made Kodak film took the first picture on a handheld digital camera. Photography would never be the same again. -- 8 Dec 2025

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The everyday activities that could help you live longer -- From running up stairs, to rigorous gardening: these everyday activities could boost your health and help you live longer. -- 5 Dec 2025

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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

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What does TikTok's deal mean for America's users? -- The BBC's Asia business correspondent says it is still unclear what sort of experience TikTok users in the US will get. -- Technology

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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World-renowned wildlife photographer against the algorithm -- Tech Now meets British wildlife photographer Tim Flach facing new challenges from AI mimicking his images. -- Tech Now

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The race to predict wildfires before they ignite -- We go behind the scenes with innovators building cutting-edge tools to forecast and fight wildfires. -- Tech Now

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The fascinating history of the QR code -- QR codes are used in so many areas of our lives. Tech Now explains the story behind their creation. -- Tech Now

3 months ago

Tallulah Metcalfe's four tips for dealing with online trolls -- Influencer Tallulah Metcalfe took part in the BBC Teen Summit in Bradford, and gave us her best tips. -- Technology

3 months ago

Three tips on how to use your phone less -- Dr Kaitlyn Regehr has this advice to help you stop looking at your phone and go on a digital detox. -- Technology

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TikTok owner signs deal to avoid US ban -- The deals would end years of efforts by Washington to force ByteDance to sell its US operations.

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'Carspreading': Why Europe's love for big cars is fuelling concern -- In the UK and across Europe, cars are becoming longer, wider and heavier. Some cities are determined to clamp down on them.

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How a single meme can derail your trip -- Social media posts deemed dangerous or offensive can increasingly lead to visa denial or online backlash. Here's what global travellers need to know.

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UK parents told to lead by example and turn off phones this Christmas -- The children's commissioner says children are "crying out" for family time over the festive break.

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Billionaire Jared Isaacman, an Elon Musk ally, confirmed as Nasa chief -- The amateur jet pilot will be the first NASA administrator in decades to come directly from outside government.

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Rare footage of lunar impact flash captured in Armagh -- The lunar impact flash - an explosion of light caused by something hitting the Moon's surface - was captured on Friday.

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Downing Street insists negotiations over US-UK tech deal still live -- When the partnership was unveiled in September the UK government said it would "shape the futures of millions of people".

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Warning over dangerous waste after fires break out -- Incidents see a blaze caused by a battery and an explosion in a lorry caused by a fire extinguisher.

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Inside the world's biggest heat pumps -- Across Europe, huge heat pumps are being installed that can heat tens of thousands of homes.

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