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BBC News - Technology

World's biggest 3D printer whirs into action -- It's hoped giant device will be able to print homes, bridges, boats and wind turbines. -- Technology

2 hours ago

Tesla Autopilot recall to be probed by US regulator - The regulator will check whether Tesla's fix adequately addressed safety concerns. US & Canada

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1 month ago

A US TikTok ban could harm small businesses -- Without the popular social media platform, some creators and small enterprises across the globe could see their revenue plummet.

12 hours ago

Google accused of making it harder to search for rival -- In a complaint to the EU, email firm Tuta says it suddenly became much less visible in Google search.

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Everyday EVs are taking a page from Formula E -- The common electric vehicle doesn't need to hit lightning speed – but Formula E race cars could usher in a new era for all.

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TikTok will not be sold, Chinese parent tells US -- The video sharing app faces being banned in the US unless it severs ties with its China's ByteDance.

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Why green steam is a hot issue for business -- Steam is still needed in many industries, but much of it is still made with fossil fuels.

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Can bird flu be stopped? -- Bird flu is decimating wildlife around the world and is now spreading in cows. In the handful of human cases seen so far it has been extremely deadly. -- Future

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Japan comes face to face with its own space junk -- A Tokyo company's satellite encounters a big lump of space debris high above the Earth. -- Science & Environment

7 hours ago

'Britain's Pompeii': UK's largest Bronze Age find to go on display -- An exhibition showcasing many of its discoveries is opening in Peterborough, England, close to where it was found. -- England

7 hours ago

First personalised jab for skin cancer in UK trial -- A British man is part of the tests to see if an mRNA jab can stop the deadliest skin cancer returning. -- Health

7 hours ago

The surprising benefits of a traditional Japanese diet -- New research shows that a traditional Japanese diet rich in fish and soybeans can stave off cognitive decline. -- Science & Health

10 days ago

Feeling angry? Venting doesn't actually help -- You might think it's helpful to vent or smash things when you're angry. But a new study shows it doesn't help. -- Science & Health

11 days ago

How AI and deepfakes are changing politics -- Some politicians have found themselves victims of deepfakes. Can the public trust politicians in the age of AI? -- Artificial Intelligence

14 days ago

How smoking affects your belly fat -- There's more than just one type of fat - and it's more important than our waistlines. -- Science & Health

14 days ago

Oatzempic: Should you try the oat drink for weight loss? -- We asked an expert about oatzempic, the latest viral weight loss trend on TikTok. -- Science & Health

18 days ago

Neuralink patient seen playing chess using brain implant -- In a livestream on X, the patient explained that he was using a device in his brain to move the cursor. -- Technology

1 month ago

Does apple cider vinegar really help with weight loss? -- Debunking the health benefits of apple cider vinegar. -- Science & Health

1 month ago

Does it really take 10,000 steps to stay healthy? -- Studies tout the benefits of walking, yet offer conflicting advice on daily step goals. -- Science & Health

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What is the iron lung and how does it work? -- The iron lung kept Paul Alexander, known as 'Polio Paul', alive for more than 70 years. But what is it? -- Science & Health

1 month ago

The 24-year-old selling human bones -- From a warehouse in Brooklyn, a recent college graduate collects, displays and sells human remains. -- Science & Health

1 month ago

How a US TikTok ban will affect Gen Z -- We spoke to two influencers who use the short form video platform to raise awareness and inform. -- Technology

1 month ago

The search for a cancer 'kill-switch'... in space -- Cancer cells develop at warp speed in space, potentially aiding some highly experimental new treatments. -- Science & Health

1 month ago

Why we have hair on our heads -- Why did humans evolve to retain hair on their heads while losing it on their bodies? -- Science & Health

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The celebrities 'deepfaked' for US influencer's ads -- Piers Morgan and Oprah have criticised the use of AI deepfake ads used to promote a "manifestation" guide. -- Technology

2 months ago

Are we worse at Moon landings than 50 years ago? -- We've set foot on the Moon multiple times. But getting to the lunar surface is far from straightforward. -- Science & Health

2 months ago

Paul Carter tries out Atom Limbs bionic arm -- BBC Click reporter Paul Carter tries out the Atom Limbs prosthetic with 'full range of human motion'. -- Technology

2 months ago

Jason shows the BBC how the Atom Limbs prosthetic works -- Jason lost his arm in an accident in 2012, and he's been working with Atom Limbs to test their prosthetic. -- Technology

2 months ago

The 17th Century town that quarantined itself -- The heroic story of a British village that took decisive action when the bubonic plague struck. -- Science & Health

2 months ago

The history of virtual reality that led to Apple Vision Pro -- Apple is turning science fiction into reality but was VR meant to be used like this? -- Technology

2 months ago

Mark Zuckerberg's early years -- Watch the full documentary Mark Zuckerberg: The Billionaires Who Made Our World on BBC Select. -- Technology

2 months ago

Civilisation collapse: Lessons from the past - Pre-modern states and civilisations became more prone to collapse as time passed – a pattern that holds lessons for today's ageing global powers. See more

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Daniel Dennett: 'Civilisation is fragile' -- Before his recent death, the influential philosopher Daniel Dennett spoke to the BBC about why he saw new dangers from AI.

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The rise and fall and possible rise of the oyster -- As the US leapfrogged through industrialisation, many of its urban workers were fed on a modern delicacy: oysters. How did this shellfish go from fast food to luxury?

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Does 'zombie deer disease' pose risks for humans? -- There are growing concerns that chronic wasting disease may be able to jump the species barrier with a possible link to Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease.

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The miniature reactors that may power lunar bases -- Astronauts living on the Moon will need lots of power – but they can't take fuel supplies with them. A new generation of miniature nuclear reactors could be the answer.

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Is filtered water healthier than tap water? -- Table-top filters can remove contaminants from tap water – but are they really necessary, and could they cause unintentional harm?

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Why Musk's Neuralink 'extends the mind's borders' -- When we merge mind and machine, the traditional borders of the self dissipate, says philosopher Dvija Mehta.

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Watch Ocado robots in action -- Ocado has added robotic arms to its newest warehouse near Luton. -- Business

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Toxic flaring in Rumaila -- Local residents in Iraq film toxic gas release from oil field where BP operate -- Science & Environment

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Rosemary Coogan gains her astronaut wings -- Astrophysicist Rosemary Coogan graduates from Europe's astronaut training school. -- Science & Environment

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Chasing cracks on an Antarctic ice shelf -- UK researchers want to understand what triggers the Antarctic to kick out city-sized icebergs. -- Science & Environment

9 days ago

Watch: Coral turns white from deadly ocean heat -- Ocean heat records have been breaking for months. This is the first global evidence of the impacts on sea life. -- Science & Environment

11 days ago

The initials on the wall in Pompeii -- Science & Environment

15 days ago

Travelling the world for a 12th solar eclipse -- Queen's University lecturer Ryan Milligan travels the world to catch a glimpse of the eclipse. -- Northern Ireland

18 days ago

World first as leopards filmed hunting in pitch black -- The BBC's Natural History Unit got a rare glimpse of the behaviour as climate change forces animals to adapt. -- Science & Environment

25 days ago

World first as leopards filmed hunting in pitch black -- The BBC's Natural History Unit got a rare glimpse of the behaviour as climate change forces animals to adapt. -- Science & Environment

26 days ago

Satellite view of Earth: Swiss Alps -- A UK company is making high-definition movies of Planet Earth from orbit. -- Science & Environment

1 month ago

Satellite view of Earth: Canadian wildfires -- A UK company is making high-definition movies of Planet Earth from orbit. -- Science & Environment

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Satellite view of Earth: Namibian desert -- A UK company is making high-definition movies of Planet Earth from orbit. -- Science & Environment

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Satellite view of Earth: Cloudless UK -- A UK company is making high-definition movies of Planet Earth from orbit. -- Science & Environment

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SpaceX launches its mammoth Starship rocket -- The most powerful rocket system ever built lifted off from its base in southeast Texas. -- Science & Environment

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Watch: Seedlings from Sycamore Gap tree sprout up -- BBC News is shown the secret site protecting the remains of the Sycamore Gap tree felled last year. -- Science & Environment

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Robot boats: The remote-controlled vessels on our seas -- Satellites, robotics, sensors and smart algorithms are changing the way we work at sea. -- Science & Environment

1 month ago

BBC Verify: How to spot AI fakes in the US election -- The BBC's Marianna Spring explains the key to recognising AI-generated images circulating on social media. -- US & Canada

1 month ago

Moment astronauts hug as they arrive at space station -- The Endeavour spacecraft docked with the ISS after blasting off from Florida. -- Science & Environment

1 month ago

Meet Robbie, the walking talking robot guide dog -- Could the traditional guide dog have a hi-tech competitor? -- Scotland

1 month ago

Watch: Northern lights give surprise display -- The northern lights were spotted across Oxfordshire on Sunday night in a surprisingly strong display. -- Oxford

1 month ago

When could TikTok be banned under new US law? -- The video app TikTok could be banned in the US unless it is sold by its Chinese parent company ByteDance.

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Tesla profits slump by more than a half -- The EV maker brings forward launch plans for new models as profits drop by more than half.

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Three-year-olds groomed online, charity warns -- IWF says many were likely filmed remotely while using phones or other handheld devices at home.

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EU may suspend money-for-views TikTok feature -- The feature, which pays users to go on TikTok, could be temporarily suspended as early as Thursday.

3 days ago

Grindr sued for allegedly revealing users' HIV status -- The LGBTQ+ dating app is being sued in a class action lawsuit over allegedly misusing users' data.

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From WhatsApp to Greggs - why is tech going down more? -- Experts say tech outages do seem to be happening more often.

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Almost a quarter of kids aged 5-7 have smartphones -- The regulator calls the data a "wake up call", and says parents and industry need to do more.

7 days ago

Apple update addresses Jerusalem emoji controversy -- A new software update stops the Palestinian flag emoji appearing when iPhone users type "Jerusalem".

9 days ago

My battle with Tesla: I want to clear my name before I die -- A former Tesla engineer is in a decade-long battle with the car company, owned by Elon Musk.

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