Watch: How will the Artemis astronauts go to the toilet in space?

When venturing beyond the protective embrace of Earth’s atmosphere, the most fundamental human needs become complex engineering challenges. One such challenge, often overlooked but critical for long-duration spaceflight, is how…

Inside Health – New treatment for menopausal hot flush – BBC Sounds

A groundbreaking new non-hormonal drug has received approval for the treatment of menopausal hot flushes, offering a significant advancement for women seeking relief from this common and often debilitating symptom.…

US journalist Shelly Kittleson kidnapped in Baghdad

A chilling incident has sent shockwaves through the international journalistic community as US freelance journalist Shelly Kittleson was reportedly kidnapped in the heart of Baghdad on Tuesday evening. The abduction,…

US ‘God squad’ waives environmental protections for oil drilling

The contentious vote followed a formal request by Pete Hegseth, the US Secretary of Defense, who argued that bolstering domestic oil production was a critical national security imperative. Speaking passionately…

Tech Life – Recommending: 13 Minutes Presents Artemis II – BBC Sounds

The BBC Sounds platform is offering a compelling audio experience for space enthusiasts with "13 Minutes Presents: Artemis II," a new podcast series dedicated to NASA’s ambitious mission to return…

Addiction: The ‘often overlooked’ impact on loved ones

When Claire Harkin met her husband 11 years ago, she was unaware of the secret he harboured that would eventually shatter her world. For years, Michael Harkin’s life was consumed…

New hope for children with severe epilepsy after Manchester study

Scientists in Manchester have played a pivotal role in identifying a rare neurodevelopmental disorder, now understood to be one of the most significant genetic culprits behind severe childhood epilepsy. This…

Kris Jenner images flood Chinese social media in good luck trend

In a peculiar and rapidly spreading phenomenon, images of American reality television personality and businesswoman Kris Jenner have become a viral sensation on Chinese social media platforms, including Weibo and…

Is there such a thing as good screen time for under fives?

A recent report from the Department of Education has recommended that children under the age of five should have no more than one hour of screen time per day. This…

Artemis II: Why is Nasa sending people back to the Moon?

In a monumental stride for space exploration, NASA is poised to launch the Artemis II mission, sending four astronauts on a historic voyage around our celestial neighbour, the Moon. This…