Mosquitoes are spreading across the UK with a total of 21 different species found in Scotland. University researchers have warned that some areas are swarming with mosquitoes that are actively trying...
China has sensationally claimed that America — not Beijing — could be the true origin of the Covid-19 pandemic that has killed millions around the globe.In a bombshell white paper published...
Dogs are often hailed as man's best friend, celebrated for their unwavering loyalty, companionship, and ability to offer emotional support and physical assistance. Their innate instinct to bond with...
Frustrated British holidaymakers in Portugal and Spain have slammed supermarket "queues like Alton Towers" after panic buying set in amidst the power outage plaguing the country.Power is now being...
A stunning European town with very few tourists looks like it has been plucked from the past, retaining its distinct circular shape which contrains old buildings encrusted with diamonds. Nördlingen...
NASA scientists are tracking a star which is so powerful it would rip a human apart if they came within 600 miles - and they don’t know where it came from. The neutron star is so rare it is thought...
Area burned by UK wildfires in 2025 already at annual record28 minutes agoMark Poynting and Erwan RivaultBBC Climate & Data teamsPlanet LabsThe area of the UK burnt by wildfires so far this year...
Spring's hot weather to be treat for nature lovers4 hours agoHelen BriggsEnvironment correspondent, BBC News•@hbriggsGetty ImagesWith what's being called a mini-heatwave looming for the UK, it's...
Boy discovers Jurassic fossils in his own garden4 hours agoDavid PittamBBC News, DerbyBBCA budding palaeontologist has dug up fossils in his garden dating back 140 million years.Elliott, seven, moved...
Although rare, shark attacks have been on the rise in recent years - and experts say over-excited tourists could be to blame. Despite their fearsome reputation in popular culture, sharks don't have...
'I'm alive but three in my group didn't make it' - Kashmir attack survivorTourists who were in Indian-administered Kashmir when deadly attacks took place are now returning to their homes. Describing...
Ricky Gervais has paid a heartbreaking tribute to his former co-star, who died in January, on what would have been their 14th birthday. The comedian shared the sad news earlier this year that his...
Tom Hanks has teased fans with his upcoming movie project after sharing a sneaky behind the scenes photo from the recording studio.The actor, known from hit films like Saving Private Ryan and A Man...
Films made with AI can win Oscars, Academy says2 hours agoLiv McMahonTechnology reporterGetty ImagesFilms made with the help of artificial intelligence (AI) will be able to win top awards at the...
Films made with AI can win Oscars, Academy says20 minutes agoLiv McMahonTechnology reporterGetty ImagesFilms made with the help of artificial intelligence (AI) will be able to win top awards at the...
Mission to boldly grow food in space labs blasts off9 hours agoPallab GhoshScience Correspondent•@BBCPallabFrontier SpaceSteak, mashed potatoes and deserts for astronauts could soon be grown from...
Mission to boldly grow food in space labs blasts off36 minutes agoPallab GhoshScience Correspondent•@BBCPallabBBC NewsSteak, mashed potatoes and deserts for astronauts could soon be grown from...
Francis was a vocal critic of the powerful, his influence felt far beyond faith16 minutes agoAleem MaqboolReligion editorBBCOver 12 profoundly consequential years for the Catholic Church, Pope...
A leading physician has raised alarms on the widely-listened-to Diary of a CEO podcast, suggesting that a certain ubiquitous food item might be more lethal than smoking. Dr Chris van Tulleken, known...
The life and legacy of Pope FrancisPope Francis has died aged 88 at his residence in the Vatican's Casa Santa Marta.The BBC's Aleem Maqbool takes us through the life of the Pope - from Buenos Aires...