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Prehistoric DNA being dug up to see if it can help modern-day crops cope with climate change

Prehistoric plant DNA is being dug up from deep below the Arctic to see if it can help modern-day crops cope with the effects of climate change.

What is the Barbara Rhubarb dance and how did it turn into a TikTok trend?

You may have noticed an unusual German rap song in the background of an increasing number of videos on your TikTok feed.

AI-controlled F-16 takes US Air Force leader for high-speed ride - as he backs tech to launch weapons

An AI-controlled warplane has taken a senior air force leader for a ride in a groundbreaking test flight over California.

How to watch the Eta Aquariid meteor shower this weekend

Meteors will be streaking across the sky this weekend as Earth passes through the debris of Halley's Comet.

Bird flu: 'Strong evidence' suggests virus has passed from mammals to humans for first time

Scientists fear bird flu has spread from mammals to humans for the first time, marking another step in the evolution of the deadly virus.

Incredible close-up photos of bees go on display in Liverpool

These are bees as you've never seen them before.

Why the moon's south pole is the chequered flag of space race 2.0

The far side of the moon is rugged and mysterious.

Chinese mission blasts off to far side of moon: What you need to know about NASA and China's space race

China's Chang'e-6 robotic spacecraft blasts off, hoping to become the first mission to collect rock and soil samples from the far side of the moon.

Magic mushrooms effective for treating depression - study

Magic mushrooms have the potential to be an effective antidepressant, according to new research.

'Animal-centred internet' may be possible, scientists suggest

An "animal-centred internet" - which could allow pets to interact with each other as well as humans - may be possible, scientists have suggested.

'Wall of death' workout on the moon could keep lunar settlers in shape

Running around a 'wall of death' could keep people healthy on the moon, according to new research.

FKA Twigs reveals she has created an AI clone - but condemns unauthorised deepfakes

FKA Twigs has revealed she has created an AI version of herself to engage with fans and help with promotion.

Changpeng Zhao: Former boss of world's largest crypto exchange Binance jailed for allowing money laundering

The former boss of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange has been jailed for four months for allowing money laundering.

Government seeks £145m refund for COVID tests kits it says were 'unfit for public use'

Two companies are being sued by the British government for over £145m after they allegedly supplied defective COVID-19 tests.

Solar storms and Mars: Rare giant explosions on sun's surface could help NASA find out how to live on…

NASA is preparing for an "unprecedented opportunity" to study how solar storms and radiation could affect future astronauts on Mars.

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