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Political battle intensifies within Labour over Rosebank oil field

Scottish Labour leader Michael Marra is urging the energy secretary to approve the controversial plans.

BBC NewsOct 26, 2026

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Part of Antarctica named after former BBC science correspondent

A stretch of water in the west of the continent is now called the Amos Channel after the ex-BBC journalist.

BBC NewsOct 26, 2026

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How AI is transforming hurricane forecasts

Hurricane forecasters are increasingly using artificial intelligence to make predictions.

NPROct 26, 2026

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Musk says SpaceX restricted Ukraine's Starlink connection as service restored

The tech billionaire accuses Ukraine of violating its terms of service by using the network for military activity.

BBC NewsOct 25, 2026

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A Japanese spacecraft could become the first ever to bring Martian samples back to Earth.

BBC NewsOct 22, 2026

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New human data hints at psychedelics' potential to combat inflammation

Lab studies have shown that psychedelics like psilocybin can lower inflammation and may be protective for a range of illnesses. Now, researchers are publishing some of the first data in humans that signals this holds potential for patients with neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's disease.

NPROct 21, 2026

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How much does pregnancy cost? Be prepared with these tips

The cost of having a baby is difficult to predict. The amount families pay varies widely. Here are five tips to help you prepare for the often unexpected costs of pregnancy and giving birth.

NPROct 21, 2026