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Monday, Apr 21

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Could a volcanic eruption destroy a dreamy Greek island?

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Scientists are investigating for the first time how dangerous the island's next big one could be.

Could AI text alerts help save snow leopards from extinction?

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In Pakistan, it's hoped newly-developed AI cameras could warn villagers via text to move their livestock if snow leopards enter the area.

Sunday, Apr 20

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Oldest serving US astronaut returns to Earth on 70th birthday

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A capsule with Don Pettit and his two Russian crewmates lands in Kazakhstan after a space station mission.

Friday, Apr 18

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Project to suck carbon out of sea begins in UK

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A pilot project will test whether it is a useful way of fighting climate change.

Thursday, Apr 17

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BBC Inside Science

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Translating noisy geese to time travel across the universe.

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BBC Inside Science

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Translating noisy geese to time travel across the universe.

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Australia opposition leader clarifies he believes in climate change after debate

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Peter Dutton is facing outrage after comments he made on climate change during an election debate.

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The truth about life on other planets - and what it means for humans

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Could discoveries of alien life ever change the human psyche in how we view ourselves and each other?

Scientists find 'strongest evidence yet' of life on distant planet

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Scientists find new but tentative evidence that a faraway world orbiting another star may be home to life.

Wednesday, Apr 16

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Colossal squid filmed in ocean for first time since discovery 100 years ago

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Stunned scientists say the extremely rare squid can weigh up to 500kg (1,100lb).

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Rarest wildlife in UK being 'pushed to extinction' by grass fires

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Wildfires 'could spell the end' for rare species such as water voles and hen harriers.

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England water pollution at 10-year high, campaigners say

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Campaigners release official data showing the most serious pollution incidents in England are double the target.

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Watch: Duo smash 10 hours off speed climbing record in Swiss Alps

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A climbing pair shatter the record for completing the daunting north faces of a famed trio of Swiss mountains.

Tuesday, Apr 15

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Fifteen years after a volcano shut European airspace, could it happen again?

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Could volcanic ash close down airspace across the UK and Europe bringing widespread the disruption we experienced in 2010.

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Iraq sandstorm leaves many with breathing problems

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The sandstorm blanketed southern regions in an eerie, orange haze and shut down airports.

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Couple arrested for breeding exotic cats in Spain

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The couple is suspected of selling exotic cats online, including protected species such as white tigers.

Monday, Apr 14

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Katy Perry among all-female space crew back on Earth after historic flight

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Six women - including pop star Katy Perry - blasted off into space as part of an all-women suborbital mission

Friday, Apr 11

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Global breakthrough to tackle shipping emissions

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Countries break ten-year deadlock to agree measures to reduce commercial shipping emissions.

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Starlings disappearing from gardens, says RSPB

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The Big Garden Birdwatch survey recorded the lowest ever numbers of starlings this year.

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What goes on inside toddlers' brains?

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A unique study is tracking the development of hundreds of babies whose parents have also been studied since birth.

Thursday, Apr 10

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BBC Inside Science

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In the past few days, UK firefighters have been tackling wildfires across the UK.

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The plans to put data centres in orbit and on the Moon

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Proponents say space-based data centres will be more secure, but sceptics say big hurdles remain.

Wednesday, Apr 9

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'It looked possessed' - sick sea lions attacking beachgoers in California

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A toxic algae bloom in southern California has sickened dozens of animals, causing them to have seizures and act erratically.

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Royal Society of Biology pays tribute to scientist murdered in Colombia

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A local mayor in Colombia offers a cash reward to help find Alessandro Coatti’s killers.

UK investigating claims green fuel contains virgin palm oil

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The BBC finds evidence of fraud in the production of a "green" diesel meant to cut emissions.

Tuesday, Apr 8

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Experts dispute claim dire wolf brought back from extinction

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Independent experts say three white wolf puppies are not dire wolves, as claimed by US company Colossal

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Clean energy's share of world's electricity reaches 40%, report says

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More clean electricity was generated in 2024 but there was a rise in the amount of coal and gas burnt too.

Monday, Apr 7

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It's only early April and north India is bracing for extreme heat

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India's weather department has issued a yellow alert for parts for northern India until Wednesday.

Friday, Apr 4

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Chance of asteroid hitting Moon increases slightly

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Asteroid 2024 YR4 won’t hit Earth but now has a 3.8% chance of striking the Moon.

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Brazil to host Prince William's Earthshot Prize

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The climate prize ceremony will come just before Brazil hosts the COP30 climate summit in November.