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BBC Inside Science
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMT
We explore the mechanisms causing Europe's warming twice as fast as the global average.
A 17th Century 'supercomputer' once owned by Indian royalty sells for record in auction
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:19:12 GMT
The astrolabe - or astronomical computer - is possibly the largest in existence and had never been exhibited before.
Why is NI facing a growing threat from wildfires?
Wed, 06 May 2026 05:18:27 GMT
Figures show that spring drought events are happening more often while there has been a sharp rise in "fire weather".
COP30: Trump and many leaders are skipping it, so does the summit still have a point?
Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:09:19 GMT
The US president is notably absent from these UN climate talks, as are other world leaders, all of which prompts questions about the purpose of COP today.
Massive Alaska megatsunami was second largest ever recorded
Wed, 06 May 2026 12:00:25 GMT
New research suggests glacier melt driven by climate change is increasing the risk of giant waves.
How sunburn inspired a new way to store energy
Sat, 09 May 2026 08:28:23 GMT
Molecules that can capture heat could be a useful technology to decarbonise heating.
Walkers urged not to trample fragile bluebells
Sun, 10 May 2026 06:30:42 GMT
The Woodland Trust urges people to "stick to the path" when visiting and photographing bluebell woods.
First ever talks to ditch fossil fuels as UN deadlock deepens
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:42:44 GMT
Some 60 countries are meeting in Colombia as frustration grows with lack of progress in tackling climate change
Sewage and agricultural pollution having 'alarming' impact on UK's underwater forests
Sat, 02 May 2026 10:46:54 GMT
Scientists found seagrass meadows affected by sewage had far fewer small invertebrates, like crabs.
BBC Inside Science
Thu, 07 May 2026 20:00:00 GMT
We explore whether Pluto should regain its title as the solar system’s ninth planet
The 40 minutes when the Artemis crew loses contact with the Earth
Sun, 05 Apr 2026 23:02:53 GMT
As the astronauts pass behind the Moon they will experience a moment of silence and solitude as communication with the Earth is blocked.
Higgs boson breakthrough was UK triumph, but British physics faces 'catastrophic' cuts
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:40:16 GMT
Britain is preparing to cancel its contribution to one of the Large Hadron Collider's next major upgrades.
'We're living in a shed because of river pollution'
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 06:20:08 GMT
Jane and Tony Coyle spent seven years waiting for planning permission due to River Lugg pollution.
UK's biggest ever environmental pollution claim reaches High Court
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 23:01:47 GMT
One of the UK's largest chicken producers and a water company accused of polluting three rivers including the River Wye
The debate about whether the NHS should use magic mushrooms to treat depression
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 15:47:15 GMT
Many clinical trials to test the use of psychedelic medicines for conditions such as depression have been underway since 2022 - with surprising results
£20m mystery gift buys London Zoo new hospital where you can watch vets work
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:20:26 GMT
Visitors will be able to watch live veterinary procedures inside a state-of-the-art new animal hospital.
Watch: Presenter flies in to host air quality special
Wed, 13 May 2026 05:02:07 GMT
Environment correspondent Jon Cuthill paraglides into position ahead of a BBC South special.
'Alarming-looking' caterpillar webs in park 'harmless'
Wed, 13 May 2026 11:16:06 GMT
Butterfly Conservation says while the effect of the webs "can look alarming", they protect against predators.
Canada's Mark Carney speaks with Artemis II crew on Earth
Wed, 13 May 2026 17:02:45 GMT
The prime minister met Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen and other crew members in Ottawa.
Why cheap power could matter more than clean power in the push for net zero
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 23:20:22 GMT
The question of how important making our electricity clean is to going green is coming under increasing scrutiny
Artemis II: Nasa targets early April for Moon mission
Thu, 12 Mar 2026 21:21:11 GMT
Nasa says technical problems that have delayed the rocket are fixed and it is ready for launch.
Artemis II crew: 'We left as friends - we came back as best friends'
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 21:49:38 GMT
The four crew members gave their first press conference since they splashed down nearly a week ago, and emphasised hope and unity.
White-tailed eagles to be released in Exmoor despite farmer warnings
Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:08 GMT
Some farmers fear the reintroduction of the UK's biggest bird of prey will threaten their livestock.
BBC Inside Science
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMT
What was learnt from the Chernobyl disaster and how has it shaped UK energy production?
The Interview
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 23:30:00 GMT
Rebecca Morelle speaks to astronaut Jeremy Hansen ahead of the Artemis II Moon mission.
From blast off to splashdown: My days following Nasa's historic mission to the Moon
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 23:17:07 GMT
BBC Science Editor Rebecca Morelle reflects on how it felt to watch history being made.
Hovering objects and flashing lights: what we learned from UFO documents released by the Pentagon
Fri, 08 May 2026 22:04:55 GMT
The US has published transcripts, video clips and audio recordings about unidentified flying objects.
Ban 'forever chemicals' in uniforms and frying pans, MPs urge
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:11:24 GMT
School uniforms and non-stick pans are some of the everyday products that should stop using chemicals called PFAS, MPs say.
Electricity bills targeted in planned shakeup to energy pricing
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:53:27 GMT
The war in the Middle East has brought renewed attention to Britain's vulnerability to energy price shocks.
First stop, the Moon. Next stop, Mars? Why Nasa's mission matters
Sun, 29 Mar 2026 23:50:21 GMT
Lunar discoveries and a space race with China is seeing the US invest time and money to get to the Moon - and beyond.
How air pollution is being monitored
Wed, 13 May 2026 05:01:19 GMT
The main source of pollution is local emissions, created by things like traffic and manufacturing.
Massive Alaska megatsunami was second largest ever recorded
Wed, 06 May 2026 12:00:25 GMT
New research suggests glacier melt driven by climate change is increasing the risk of giant waves.
Global forest loss slows but El Niño fires could threaten progress
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:26:08 GMT
The loss of tropical rainforests eased last year, according to new analysis, but scientists warn they are still disappearing rapidly.
Award for scientist who brought space to millions
Sun, 10 May 2026 06:27:25 GMT
James O'Donoghue, from the University of Reading, is awarded the 2026 Carl Sagan medal.
BBC Inside Science
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Creating and manufacturing a novel vaccine capable of combatting bird flu.
Is this the real face of Anne Boleyn?
Fri, 01 May 2026 23:01:44 GMT
A computer science team believes they have discovered a previously unknown sketch of King Henry VIII's second wife - but not everyone is convinced.
Is this actually what Anne Boleyn looked like?
Fri, 01 May 2026 14:44:02 GMT
An algorithm has suggested images of what were thought to be Anne Boleyn might not be.
The science of soulmates: Is there someone out there exactly right for you?
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:01:47 GMT
For many, the idea of soulmates still shapes how love is understood.
Meet the 19-metre octopus that prowled the ancient seas
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:04:39 GMT
Giant octopuses may have ruled the oceans 100 million years ago, according to fossil evidence.
Fen Cottage granted Grade II listed status
Wed, 13 May 2026 05:23:31 GMT
Historic England says the cottage is "a rare record" of how people depended on their surroundings.
Renewable energy hub planned for Scottish coal museum
Tue, 12 May 2026 05:22:22 GMT
There are plans to install solar panels on the roofs of buildings at Lady Victoria Colliery at Newtongrange.
How to see the Eta Aquariid meteor shower
Mon, 04 May 2026 12:11:23 GMT
How to see the Eta Aquariid meteor shower
