ZAQS.ORG

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.

2 days ago

AI app apologises over false crime alerts across US -- An AI-powered app called CrimeRadar has apologised for the distress caused by false crime alerts issued to local US communities after a BBC Verify investigation.

3 days ago

Indie band says AI stole their Billie Eilish cover -- Torus says someone used generative AI on their viral TikTok cover to "predict" the rest of the song.

3 days ago

The historic photo of one quick jab -- In December 2020, Covid vaccines were finally ready to be administered. One British photographer found himself with an historic assignment.

4 days ago

What does a huge festive meal do to your brain? -- Many of us with 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?

3 days ago

The showers and baths keeping data centre tech cool - Finding greener ways to keep giant new data centres cool is a challenge. 4 days ago

2 hours ago

Uber and Lyft announce plans to trial Chinese robotaxis in UK in 2026 -- Baidu's Apollo Go robotaxis have already accrued millions of driverless rides in cities worldwide.

3 days ago

Sign up to Tech Decoded - Decode the biggest developments in global technology, in your inbox every Monday and Friday.

4 months ago

Planning a festive swim? Warning not to rely on AI for advice on tides -- The Coastguard warns about AI after two people are stranded after being given the wrong tide times.

6 hours ago

Are AI prompts damaging your thinking skills? -- Generative AI tools have become hugely popular but some experts worry about the effect they have on the brain.

6 days ago

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.

7 days ago

Britain's Railway Empire In Colour

9 days ago

The First Inventors: Investigating Ancient Australia

9 days ago

Dating Apps: The Inside Story

3 days ago

The Secret Genius of Modern Life

9 days ago

Inside Our Minds

9 days ago

Secrets of Our Universe with Tim Peake

9 days ago

Science's Greatest Mysteries

9 days ago

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. See more

3 days ago

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? -- 17 Dec 2025

1 day ago

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.

8 days ago

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.

18 days ago

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.

20 days ago

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.

11 days ago

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.

12 days ago

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.

14 days ago

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.

16 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

7 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

6 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

14 days 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

14 days 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

21 days 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

26 days 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

1 month 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

1 month 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

1 month 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

2 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

2 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

2 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

2 months ago

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

3 months ago

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

3 months ago

The adverts for prescription-only drugs showed healthcare professionals impersonating the British retailer.

1 day ago

Waymo initially paused all service in the Bay Area after the widespread outage started, but has now resumed operations.

1 day ago

From acrobatic gorillas to maritime lions and fluorescent plants, here are the most eye-catching shots of the natural world from 2025.

1 day ago

The precious, fragrant resin is the scent of the festive season and rising in popularity in the wellness industry – but its natural source is being decimated.

1 day ago

Ireland's 'LeBron James' of Microsoft Excel has won the 2025 world championship in Las Vegas.

1 day ago

The key to the app's success - its algorithm - is to be retrained on US data. Will that make US TikTok blander?

1 day ago

The deals would end years of efforts by Washington to force ByteDance to sell its US operations.

1 day ago

A new offence looks to build on existing rules outlawing sexually explicit deepfakes and intimate image abuse.

1 day ago

In the UK and across Europe, cars are becoming longer, wider and heavier. Some cities are determined to clamp down on them.

1 day ago