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Indian scientists spot Milky Way-like galaxy from 12 billion years ago -- The galaxy's discovery challenges our understanding of how galaxies were formed in the early period after the Big Bang.

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British athletes given AI-based online abuse help -- British Olympic and Paralympic athletes are to be offered a new form of artificial intelligence-based protection from online abuse. -- Olympic Games

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YouTuber Marques Brownlee shutting down phone wallpaper app -- The app, which was criticised at launch for its $11.99 (£9) a month fee, will close on 31 December. -- Technology

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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. -- Future

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South Korea developing app that shows real-time location of stalkers -- Critics have voiced concern over the pervasiveness of stalking and violence against women in South Korea.

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The batteries powering the fastest racing EVs -- Formula E, an all-electric racing competition, is pioneering technology that could find its way into vehicles at a charging station near you.

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India scraps order to pre-install state-run cyber safety app on smartphones -- The order to make the registration mandatory had led to a major backlash from several cyber experts.

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4 months ago

New homes delayed by 'energy-hungry' data centres -- The London Assembly found the growth of new data centres temporarily halted building some houses in 2022.

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Bank of England warns of AI bubble risk -- The central bank says US stock price valuations are their most stretched since the dotcom bubble burst.

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Fashion house Valentino criticised over 'disturbing' AI handbag ads -- Social media users have called the luxury Italian fashion brand's artificial intelligence-made adverts "cheap" and "lazy".

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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. See more

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The special fat that burns calories when it's cold -- Brown fat burns energy when we are cold. Now scientists are trying to harness its powers to fight obesity and type 2 diabetes.

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The 'hugging room' where Covid couldn't spread -- In November 2020, one Italian care home created an ingenious solution to isolation – a special room where people could safely embrace through a plastic screen.

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How to embrace an ageing face -- Much like our other organs, our skin begins to age from the moment we are born. Here's how you can look after your skin while embracing an ageing face. -- 23 Nov 2025

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A rock star's novel way to view galaxies -- Queen guitarist Sir Brian May's latest book explores the history, mystery and evolution of galaxies in a way never tried before – through 3D photography that takes years to create. -- 22 Nov 2025

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Why humans enjoy feasting together -- For thousands of years, humans have come together in small groups to feast on food. Why is it important – and why do we still continue the tradition?

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How bacteria in the vagina can improve health -- The microbiome in the vagina has received less attention than its cousin in the gut – but a well-balanced vaginal microbiome can help protect overall health. -- 26 Nov 2025

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Is there any science behind 'cuffing season'? -- Each year in late autumn, single people seek out romantic relationships for the cold, dark winter months. But is there any science to it? -- 25 Nov 2025

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The music that keeps animals calm -- You can find many different playlists for dogs and cats online. However, not all styles of music are effective. -- 24 Nov 2025

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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

19 days 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

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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

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

2 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

2 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

2 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

2 months ago

How space-based solar power can fuel our Earth -- Tech Now explores how space innovation could help solve the Earth's energy challenges. -- Tech Now

2 months ago

Why the US is going back to the moon after 50 years -- Katty Kay interviews Eileen Collins on Artemis, diversity in space, and how lunar missions prepare us for Mars. -- Science & Health

2 months ago

The aquatic drone cleaning up waterways -- Tech Now visits a startup in the Netherlands tackling marine pollution with an autonomous robot that gobbles up waste. -- Tech Now

2 months ago

How tech is helping the world's most endangered species -- Tech Now gets up close to black rhinos at a new conservation centre in the UK. -- Tech Now

3 months ago

Is this how AI might eliminate humanity? -- A research paper predicts AI autonomy by 2027 could lead to human extinction within a decade. -- Tech Now

19 days ago

Porn site fined £1m over age checks has never responded to Ofcom -- The regulator tells the BBC it has been emailing AVS Group Ltd without reply since July.

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Meta starts kicking Australian children off Instagram and Facebook -- The tech giant has started closing accounts for under-16s, a week before Australia's world-first official ban.

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Russia bans Roblox over concerns about safety and extremist content -- Its media agency flagged content linked to terrorism and LGBT issues, which are deemed extremist.

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Australia is banning social media for kids under 16. How will it work? -- The world-first law aims to reduce the risks children face online, but critics fear it may not work.

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Airbus to inspect some planes over 'quality issue' with panels -- It comes days after thousands of Airbus planes were grounded for an urgent software update.

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The 'extinct' antelope roaming the Sahara once more -- The scimitar-horned oryx has been brought back from extinction through captive breeding. Conservationists hope it could help slow the spread of the Sahara Desert.

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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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YouTube says it will be less safe for kids under Australia's social media ban -- The Google-owned platform says parental controls will be stripped away as a result of the ban.

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First phase of data centre works given go-ahead -- US firm QTS eventually plans to build 10 data halls, which it says will create thousands of jobs.

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