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Lights, camera, algorithm: Why Indian cinema is awash with AI -- The world's biggest film industry has a new breakout star – artificial intelligence. 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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From a dino superhighway to origins of fire-making: The incredible discoveries in 2025 -- From ancient footprints to planet parades, 2025 science amazed us with discoveries on Earth and beyond.

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India's first gene-edited sheep just turned one. How's it doing? -- Scientists say Tarmeem, born on 16 December last year, is "growing well".

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Is dark energy changing? The 'Big Crunch' debate dividing astronomers -- A mysterious force called Dark Energy might be changing, in a way that challenges our current understanding of the nature of time and space.

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Both of these influencers are successful - but only one is human - Some say AI is ruining social media, but others see its potential to democratise who gains fame online. 3 days ago

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James Bond game 007 First Light delayed to May 2026 -- Dexter Original Sin actor Patrick Gibson will star as the British spy when the game releases on 27 May.

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AI app apologises over false crime alerts across US -- An AI-powered app called CrimeRadar has apologised for the distress caused by false crime alerts issued to local US communities after a BBC Verify investigation.

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Are AI prompts damaging your thinking skills? -- Generative AI tools have become hugely popular but some experts worry about the effect they have on the brain.

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AI likely to displace jobs, says Bank of England governor -- Andrew Bailey says workers need to be trained to move into jobs that use AI, but adds it might not lead to mass unemployment.

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Britain's Railway Empire In Colour

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The First Inventors: Investigating Ancient Australia

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Dating Apps: The Inside Story

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The Secret Genius of Modern Life

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Secrets of Our Universe with Tim Peake

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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. See more

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What a huge festive meal does to your brain? -- Many of us will throw modesty out the window when it comes to Christmas lunch. But what do these blow-out festive meals do to our body and brain?

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The historic photo of one quick jab -- In December 2020, Covid vaccines were finally ready to be administered. One British photographer found himself with an historic assignment.

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The maths trick that makes gift‑wrapping easy -- Awkwardly-shaped presents are a headache - but there's a formula that lets you wrap gifts with less waste.

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Psychedelics are revealing hidden sides to people's identity -- There is growing evidence that mind-altering drugs can be used to help people explore aspects about themselves they may not have realised.

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The motorcyclist fighting a deadly parasite -- Andrew Ochieng survived the disease as a child. Today, he is working to stop this little-known killer from the back of a motorbike.

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Why Brussels sprouts no longer taste like you think -- The days of bitter sprouts are gone - is it time for our taste buds to catch up?

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Your early 2000s digital photos are probably lost forever -- If you used a digital camera in the early 2000s, there's a good chance whole chapters of your life have been erased.

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Why performing stand-up is good for your health -- In the UK, new schemes to support mental health are introducing to people an unexpected skill: stand-up comedy.

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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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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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CEO of Microsoft AI: 'If you're not a little bit afraid... you're not paying attention' -- CEO of Microsoft AI Mustafa Suleyman reflects on his Today guest edit asking how we make sure this technology works in the interests of humankind.

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Many new UK drone users must take theory test before flying outside -- The Civil Aviation Authority reckons up to half a million people in the UK may be impacted by its new requirements.

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Ghosts house 'protected' by digital mapping -- West Horsley Place, which is Button House in Ghosts, is being digitally recreated by engineers.

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Meteor lights up sky over Mount Fuji -- The meteor could be seen blazing through the night sky over Japan's Mount Fuji.

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Is texting behind the wheel of a self-driving Tesla crazy? -- Elon Musk says Tesla's automated software will allow its passengers to text in certain conditions.

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Planning a festive swim? Warning not to rely on AI for advice on tides -- The Coastguard warns about AI after two people are stranded after being given the wrong tide times.

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TikTok removes AI weight loss ads from fake Boots account -- The adverts for prescription-only drugs showed healthcare professionals impersonating the British retailer.

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Waymo robotaxis stop in the streets during San Francisco power outage -- Waymo initially paused all service in the Bay Area after the widespread outage started, but has now resumed operations.

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Uber and Lyft announce plans to trial Chinese robotaxis in UK in 2026 -- Baidu's Apollo Go robotaxis have already accrued millions of driverless rides in cities worldwide.

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