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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 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

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What happens in space during a medical emergency? -- Four astronauts have landed back on Earth after their stay in space was cut short due to a "serious" medical issue. -- Science & Environment

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Astronauts splash down to Earth after medical evacuation from space station -- The four members of Crew-11 beamed as they stepped out of their spacecraft after a safe landing. -- US & Canada

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'They are essential': How smoke detectors are evolving in the UK -- AI trained to recognise fire is among the latest developments in fire alarm tech.

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Matthew McConaughey trademarks iconic phrase to stop AI misuse -- The Oscar-winning actor has trademarked several phrases, including "Alright, alright, alright" from the cult classic film, Dazed and Confused.

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Song banned from Swedish charts for being AI creation - The creators behind the chart-topping song believe their creative process has been misunderstood. 21 hrs ago - Europe

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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.

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

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AI will destroy jobs if not controlled, London mayor warns -- Sadiq Khan says AI could "usher in a new era of mass unemployment" and "accelerated inequality" if not used correctly.

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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

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The surprising benefits of standing on one leg - Spending a few minutes each day balancing on a single limb can make you stronger, boost your memory and keep your brain healthier. See more

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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 algorithms tricked by optical illusions -- Our eyes can frequently play tricks on us, but scientists have discovered that some artificial intelligence can fall for the same illusions.

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25 years of the ISS in 25 numbers -- The International Space Station (ISS) is humanity's most expensive object and has been in orbit for 25 years. Read its fascinating history, told in 25 numbers. -- 24 Dec 2025

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What a huge festive meal does to your brain -- Many of us will throw modesty out the window when it comes to Christmas lunch. But what do these blow-out festive meals do to our body and brain? -- 23 Dec 2025

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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.

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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.

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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

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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

11 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

7 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

8 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

8 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

11 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

28 days 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

27 days 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

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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

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

2 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

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

3 months ago

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.

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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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X to stop Grok AI from undressing images of real people after backlash -- Grok will no longer allow users to remove clothing from images of real people in jurisdictions where it is illegal.

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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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Why Grok means politicians in the south have left X -- MPs in Oxfordshire and Hampshire leave the social media site following controversy surrounding AI tool Grok.

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Astronauts return to Earth after medical evacuation -- Four astronauts who left the International Space Station (ISS) a month early due to one of the crew members falling ill have returned to Earth on Thursday.

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Pupils creating AI images to 'bully or ridicule' -- Police warn schoolchildren and their parents about the harms and consequences of irresponsible AI use.

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Wikipedia's Jimmy Wales on where the name comes from -- The site's co-founder speaks to the BBC for the online encyclopedia's 25th anniversary.

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