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The 'AI mirrors' letting blind people see themselves -- Artificial intelligence is helping blind people access visual feedback about their bodies, sometimes for the first time. The consequences are only just emerging.

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Can India be a player in the computer chip industry? -- India is investing hundreds of millions of dollars in building up a computer chip industry.

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'Major step': French MPs vote in favour of bill to ban social media for under-15s -- If the bill passes the upper house it could take effect by the start of France's new school year in September.

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Should smartphones be locked away at gigs and in schools? Some artists already ban phones at their gigs while some headteachers say locking them away helps children learn. 3 days ago

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Legal action over 'unfair' Steam game store prices given go ahead -- Millions of gamers could get compensation if the lawsuit - which accuses Valve of charging inflated prices - succeeds.

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New F1 cars 'look really cool' - Russell -- McLaren and Red Bull release images of their 2026 Formula 1 cars as pre-season testing begins in Spain.

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EU investigates Elon Musk's X over Grok AI sexual deepfakes -- The Commission will assess whether "manipulated sexually explicit images" have been shown to users in the EU.

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AI supercomputer gets £36m upgrade from government -- The upgrade to Cambridge University's Dawn computer will help scientists research complex problems.

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Is China quietly winning the AI race? -- Chinese AI models are racing ahead of their American rivals as US firms big and small turn to cheaper, faster alternatives.

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AI ready: The advantages of being a young entrepreneur -- The latest generation of entrepreneurs have a head-start with AI but also face familiar challenges.

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Wonders of Volcanoes with Dara O'Briain

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After Oppenheimer: The Doomsday Clock and the Nuclear Threat

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Brunel: Building a Great Britain

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Dating Apps: The Inside Story

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Wonders of the Sun with Dara Ó Briain

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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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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? See more

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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. -- 16 Jan 2026

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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.

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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.

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Why the world is running out of frankincense -- 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.

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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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Are games like GTA 6 becoming too realistic? -- The latest in the franchise is the most hyped release of 2026 and looks set to push the boundaries of gaming visuals – but it could prove more disturbing than entertaining.

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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.

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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.

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The gadgets set to change your daily health and wellness -- Tech Now test out new gadgets disrupting the health industry at CES 2026 in Las Vegas. -- Tech Now

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

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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

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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

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

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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 US users? -- ByteDance, the Chinese owner of TikTok, has struck a deal with US and global investors to operate its business in America. -- 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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TikTok US pushes back on claims it is censoring content -- Thousands of people claim political content is being suppressed after the US operation was spun off.

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Pornhub to restrict access for UK users from February -- The changes mean only those who have a Pornhub account and have verified their age will be able to access it in the UK soon.

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TikTok settles just before social media addiction trial to begin -- Defendants include Meta, which owns Instagram and Facebook, and YouTube parent Google.

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Island businesses warned to watch for scam emails -- Jersey Financial Services Commission says people must not respond to or click on fraudulent links.

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Google to pay $68m to settle lawsuit claiming it recorded private conversations -- The claimants say Google Assistant recorded private conversations without their knowledge.

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CCTV tower powered by AI to help purge fly-tipping -- The camera tower will tour hotspots across west Northamptonshire over the next year.

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How defying ageism can help you live longer -- Research shows a positive attitude towards ageing can make people feel younger and live longer.

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How are West Midlands businesses embracing AI? -- Leaders want AI to drive productivity and have aims for adults to get free training on how to use it.

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Women filmed secretly for social media content - and then harassed online -- So-called manfluencers wearing smart glasses approach women and then post videos to TikTok and Instagram.

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