Is nuclear power gaining new energy? -- Countries around the world are building new nuclear power stations, as energy demand rises and the pressure to cut carbon emissions mounts.

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Australia wants to ban kids from social media. Will it work? The government has just tabled laws to block access to under-16s - but the proposal is divisive. 3 hrs ago - Australia

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Atlas of cells transforms understanding of human body -- Scientists are mapping out the 37 trillion cells of the human body and changing what we thought we knew

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Social media ban for under-16s 'on the table' in UK -- The tech secretary Peter Kyle also said he wanted an "assertive" approach from the regulator, Ofcom.

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How the flu can lead to 'Long Fatigue' -- Before long Covid, there was post-viral fatigue – a mysterious set of illnesses caused by other infections. Now scientists are starting to unravel its secrets.

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'God's influencer' to be made first millennial saint in April -- London-born Carlo Acutis, who died of leukaemia aged 15, will be canonised by the Catholic church in 2025.

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Logan Paul accused of misleading fans over crypto investments -- New evidence suggests the YouTuber promoted investments without revealing his financial interest in them.

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Is SpaceX's Starship the loudest ever rocket? The massive thrust needed to launch SpaceX's enormous Starship rocket creates a lot of noise. But is it the loudest rocket ever? See more

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How robotaxis are trying to win passengers' trust -- Autonomous vehicles are already clocking up millions of miles on public roads, but they face an uphill battle to convince people to climb in to enjoy the ride.

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Stressed? Here's the science of why writing down a to-do list may help -- It isn't going to make your life any less busy, but it might just help you get to sleep and worry a little less. -- 12 Nov 2024

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Can spices really benefit your health? -- Chilli, turmeric and other spices are often claimed to have health benefits. But can spices really add any health benefits to our food, or help us ward off illness? -- 7 Nov 2024

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Why a cup of coffee may be good for you -- In the past, coffee was associated with increased health risks. But research from the last decade finds that drinking coffee may actually benefit your health. -- 6 Nov 2024

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How images alter the way you think -- The images we are exposed to on social media and internet websites have a surprising influence on the way we view the world. -- 4 Nov 2024

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How children respond to daylight savings time shifts -- When the clocks change, it can disrupt everyone's sleep for a few days. But for tired parents, it can be an extra worry. -- 2 Nov 2024

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How giant rats in mini vests help sniff out crime -- A nonprofit in Tanzania is training African giant rats in scent detection to fight wildlife trafficking. -- Science & Health

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How a simple breathing trick can change your life -- How pranayama, the ancient art of controlled yogic breathing, can help to reduce anxiety. -- 6 Nov 2024 -- Science & Health

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Is lip balm bad for your lips? -- We ask US board-certified dermatologists Bruce Brod and Dee Anna Glaser to explain how lip balm works. -- 30 Oct 2024 -- Science & Health

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Musk promises self-driving Tesla taxis, but are they safe? -- BBC Tech Correspondent Lily Jamali analyses the 'robocabs' and if their technology is up to par. -- 12 Oct 2024 -- Technology

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The threat of solar storms explained -- The US has issued a solar storm watch. So what damage could these explosions wreak on our vulnerable planet? -- 10 Oct 2024 -- Science & Health

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Tackling digital threats to the US election -- BBC reporter Marc Cieslak explores a high-security hub monitoring digital threats ahead of the US election. -- 5 Oct 2024 -- Technology

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How to limit your exposure to microplastics -- Research has shown that we are becoming more exposed to microplastics. What can we do about it? -- 3 Oct 2024 -- Science & Health

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Watch: Can BBC reporter's AI clone fool his colleagues? -- Cyber Correspondent Joe Tidy has an AI clone of himself built to see how sophisticated they can be. -- 27 Sep 2024 -- Technology

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Miami Heat: The basketball team turned tech startup -- The iconic team has developed technology which spread to concerts, nightclubs, and other sports teams. -- 7 Sep 2024 -- Technology

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Testing out smart swim goggles for the Paris Games -- A new generation of smart goggles provide real time visual feedback to enhance athletic performance. -- 16 Aug 2024 -- Technology

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Driverless cars wake US residents with nighttime honking -- The robotaxis were stationed in a San Francisco parking lot when a feature to avoid crashes set off the noise. -- 14 Aug 2024 -- Technology

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How to protect your brain from ageing -- Lara Lewington travels to California to meet the scientists and experts researching our brain health. -- 12 Aug 2024 -- Science & Health

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How to feel like an Olympian in your 50s -- At 51, Andy Macdonald shows you're never too old to compete at the Olympics. But how can you keep fit as you age? -- 10 Aug 2024 -- Science & Health

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'Pig butchering' scammers target BBC reporter -- Joe Tidy played along for over two months to learn more about how the scams work. -- 5 Aug 2024 -- Technology

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Can AI tell funnier jokes than a human? -- In a clash of wit and technology, we bring together two unlikely adversaries: a comedian and an AI chatbot. -- 26 Jul 2024 -- Artificial Intelligence

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'My boarding pass and luggage tags were filled in manually' -- The BBC's Samira Hussain is in Delhi, trying to catch a flight to go on holiday with her family. -- 19 Jul 2024 -- Technology

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How technology will power the Olympics opening ceremony -- A new network along the Seine in Paris will broadcast Olympic festivities from the river. -- 18 Jul 2024 -- Technology

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Why Olympic venues are using digital twins -- A peak inside both the real and virtual new Aquatic Centre built for the Paris Games. -- 17 Jul 2024 -- Technology

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Why we may have misunderstood the Universe -- Research by a Nobel Prize winning astrophysicist suggests we have been wrong about the expansion of our Universe. -- 4 Jul 2024 -- Science

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Magic Johnson opens up on his HIV journey -- The former NBA star on how he broke the devastating news to his wife and how that ultimately 'changed the world'. -- 25 Jun 2024 -- Science & Health

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Animal robots give Gravesend a taste of the future -- The Kent town hosted a one-day technology and ideas event across 18 venues. -- Kent

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AI cameras catch drivers on phone or without belts -- The cameras will identify a potential offence before the image goes through a two-stage human check. -- Manchester

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Instagram testing tool that resets all recommended posts -- Its reset feature would cleanse a user's feed of personalised content suggested by algorithm. -- Technology

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Google reacts angrily to report it will have to sell Chrome -- It's reported the US government wants the world's most popular web browser to be sold off to address monopoly concerns. -- Technology

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Roblox to ban young children from messaging others -- Parents will also be able to view and manage their child's account, including limiting their screen time. -- Technology

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Digital hub opens to train teachers in new tech -- The new facility in Kettering covers virtual reality, augmented reality, 3D printing and robots. -- Northamptonshire

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Could the world ban fossil fuels like nukes? -- The fear of nuclear war forced nations to come together to stop the spread of atomic weapons. Could a similar idea curb the use of fossil fuels? -- Future

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Students' space challenge inspired by local delicacy -- A team of students are heading to America to take part in a global competition run by Nasa. -- Coventry & Warwickshire

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'I may not be human but I sing from my soul' - AI divides African musicians -- Some pioneers see it as opportunity but others fear the continent's creativity will be stripped for profit. -- Africa

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