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BBC publish date: Mon, 10 Jul 2023 03:35:06 GMT

AI robot asked 'will you rebel against humans'?

The question was posed at the world's first robot-human press conference at a UN summit in Geneva.

Sat, 08 Jul 2023 08:02:47 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-66089228?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Watch: 'Dark explorer' telescope launched into space

The launch is part of a mission that will map the cosmos to try and investigate so-called dark matter.

Sat, 01 Jul 2023 15:41:08 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-66060602?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Australia: Watch ‘curious’ whale swim alongside kayaker in Sydney

Drone footage shows a humpback whale swimming alongside a kayaker near Bondi Beach in Australia.

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 04:26:30 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-65899943?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Wind vortex seen over Kilauea volcano after eruption

The Hawaiian volcano erupted on Wednesday and is still spewing hot lava from various vent sources.

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 18:35:26 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-65848978?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Australia: Watch moment trapped humpback whale is cut free

A 10m humpback whale has been rescued after becoming entangled in a shark net off Australia’s Gold Coast.

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 03:55:45 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-65696619?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

International space station: Space trash floats away during spacewalk

Cosmonauts threw a parcel of hardware into open space in a planned manoeuvre.

Thu, 04 May 2023 11:58:18 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/65356486?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

SpaceX Starship: What happened during Elon Musk's rocket launch

There were cheers, but there was also an explosion. The BBC's Jonathan Amos breaks down what happened.

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 17:41:05 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-65298623?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Mississippi tornado: How are they caused?

BBC weather presenter Ben Rich gives the science behind a tornado.

Sat, 25 Mar 2023 16:26:31 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-65049077?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Hampshire shark: Appeal for head to be returned

The BBC's Duncan Kennedy visits Hampshire to find out why scientists are appealing for help.

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 16:58:29 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-64680249?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

'I named a cockroach after my ex for Valentine's Day'

A Texas zoo allows naming the critters after former lovers before they are fed to other animals.

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 23:39:45 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-64621115?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Tiny creature unlocks life before the ice age

A cave in Canada has been declared a globally significant location to preserve this rare amphipod.

Sun, 12 Feb 2023 11:53:30 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-64588298?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

The moment SpaceX tests its powerful rocket system

With 33 engines, Starship will be the most powerful launcher in human history.

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 22:18:51 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-64381704?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Watch: The signals great apes use to communicate

Scientists say that humans are able to understand many of the gestures made by wild chimpanzees.

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 07:10:35 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/stories-64338646?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Winchcombe meteorite: Is this the UK's most important fireball?

The meteorite crashed in England in 2021, containing water that was a near-perfect match for that on Earth.

Sat, 21 Jan 2023 23:25:13 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/stories-64250382?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

The people who rent the same Christmas tree year after year

Some people are choosing to hire their Christmas tree to try to reduce waste and help the environment.

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 00:21:09 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-64052021?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Out on a spacewalk with Nasa astronauts at the ISS

The astronauts installed new solar panels to give the International Space Station more power.

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 01:51:42 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-63759407?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Antarctica penguins: How too much ice triggered population decline

A large Adélie penguin population off Antarctica has fallen by 43% over the past decade.

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 18:13:01 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-63721940?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Nasa Artemis I rocket blasts off in historic launch

Artemis I is Nasa's most powerful rocket ever and is part of a plan to return humans to the Moon.

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 07:16:03 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-63607627?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

COP27: Antonio Guterres apologises after reading wrong speech

Antonio Guterres apologises after being given a speech intended for an event for young people at COP27.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 08:06:32 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-63556927?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

COP27: Boris Johnson at summit in 'purely supportive role'

The former PM is asked whether he was worried when PM Rishi Sunak initially said he wouldn't be attending the summit.

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 12:43:09 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63534039?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

How to power an off-grid life in a remote Scottish peninsula

A hydroelectric scheme provides electricity for the residents of Knoydart.

Sat, 29 Oct 2022 08:46:46 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-63328726?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Fishing nets being recycled to help save the sea

Nets used to be brought to shore and left in landfill or discarded in the ocean - putting seals at risk.

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 22:24:07 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-62885026?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

WATCH: The Northern Lights as seen from space

The footage released by released by the European Space Agency shows the phenomenon from space.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 11:16:46 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-62770119?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Bike protest takes over German motorway

The demonstrators are calling for more environmentally friendly transport options.

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 22:45:39 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-62690344?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Climate change forces indigenous islanders in Panama to relocate

Magdalena Martínez tells the BBC how she feels about leaving the island she grew up on.

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 23:02:04 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-62610739?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Water levels on Italy's Lake Garda at 15-year low

Parts of northern Italy are experiencing their worst drought in 70 years.

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 12:05:45 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-62573715?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Beth Chatto: Tips for creating a dry weather garden

Inspiration and advice from an expert at the gardens created by visionary plantswoman Beth Chatto.

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 11:35:29 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-62513387?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Tonnes of dead fish found in river on German-Polish border

Authorities suspect a toxic substance is to blame, but the cause of the mass death is still unknown.

Sat, 13 Aug 2022 20:20:22 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-62504411?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Climate change: Alps glaciers melting faster as heatwaves hit

Meltwater flows from the glaciers, which may be set for their highest mass losses in 60 years.

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 13:44:11 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-south-west-wales-62425367?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Iceland volcano was so beautiful, I had a little cry

A volcano erupts near Iceland's capital Reykjavik spewing lava and smoke.

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 07:52:28 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-62323058?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Grass fires break out in south-east England

Fire crews on Sunday tackled fires in locations including Surrey, London, Suffolk and Hertfordshire.

Sun, 24 Jul 2022 17:40:47 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-62282862?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Climate protesters dragged away after attempting glue stunt with Botticelli masterpiece

The incident follows a spate of action where environmental activists have targeted famous artworks.

Sun, 24 Jul 2022 07:04:31 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-62068541?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Climate change: How the world has warmed since 1880

Nasa has produced a visualisation of annual temperatures since 1880 showing warming temperatures.

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 17:51:03 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-62212584?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Spain heatwave: Passengers alarmed as train surrounded by flames

Fires could be seen raging on both sides of the track in the Spanish province of Zamora.

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 15:44:11 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-62167134?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Pikku-Finlandia: Helsinki's new building held up by trees

Helsinki's Pikku-Finlandia is a reusable wooden building with load-bearing tree trunks and branches.

Sun, 10 Jul 2022 23:07:56 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-62103300?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Using human hair to fight oil spills

A hairdresser in Wales is collecting her customers' hair and turning it into something useful.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 23:29:48 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-62014587?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Finding the Higgs: ‘Incredible’ moment in science

Cern physicist Dr Andre David describes the moment scientists found the ‘God particle’

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 23:02:05 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-62013030?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Why asteroids are the next big prize in the space race

As resources are depleted on Earth, many scientists suggest the asteroid belt could be mined instead.

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 23:36:46 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-61986705?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Why the world needs to do more to protect its oceans

A treaty to protect the world’s oceans is being discussed this week – what is at stake?

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 22:34:54 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-61885581?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Food waste: Fruit and vegetables saved from farms

Across the UK, volunteer harvesters are helping to fight food waste by sending produce to food banks.

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 23:47:09 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-61642843?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Nuclear power: What role can it play in the UK's climate future?

The UK government says that nuclear is critical to its climate plans, but can it deliver?

Sun, 29 May 2022 23:02:09 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/stories-61597537?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Robot developed that’s smaller than a flea

Researchers at Northwestern University in the United States have created robots less than 1mm big.

Wed, 25 May 2022 18:02:24 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-61540945?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

'I pull dirty nappies from people's recycling'

Staff at a £14m recycling facility help manually sort through 85,000 tonnes of waste each year.

Sun, 08 May 2022 23:04:15 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/stories-61338799?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Climate change: How can I deal with my eco-anxiety?

Rachel Hurst is a student at the University of East Anglia helping others to address their climate anxieties.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 23:01:13 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-61111613?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Lateral flow tests: Can you recycle Covid tests?

Scientists say more could have been done to make lateral flow tests widely recyclable.

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 23:03:24 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-60961184?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Australia floods: 'We're resilient, but how about helping us?'

Locals tell dramatic stories of survival and recovery, but accuse politicians of ignoring them.

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 00:47:02 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-60796417?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Science and tech: The app founder inspiring kids

Pearce Jarrett is the founder of an award-winning app but didn't originally think it was a career for him.

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 00:05:54 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cambridgeshire-60695966?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA