The mystery of Siberia's exploding craters

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The undersea mountains where sharks rule

Under the surface of the ocean, 100,000 towering mountains dot the Earth. Their violent currents are key to life.

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Dollar weakens following probe into Fed Chair Powell

Expert says probe into Fed chair is 'political theatre'

Investment expert Glen Smith says the pressure on Fed chair Jerome Powell is all about 'political theatre.'

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What's it like to meet your own avatar?

What's it like to meet your own avatar?

Musician KT Tunstall meets her avatar as Tech Now explores music’s virtual future.

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A simple stargazing ritual to reset stress

Dark-sky retreats are on the rise, offering nights under dazzling skies to boost calm, clarity, and wonder.

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Trump expects investment in Venezuela

Trump expects huge investment in Venezuela

Former Venezuelan minister says firms will not invest without democratic legitimacy.

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How Tom Hiddleston's dad became his biggest cheerleader

How Tom Hiddleston's dad became his biggest cheerleader

Initially sceptical of his career, the actor recalls his father’s reaction to one of his early roles.

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Venezuela's impact on Wall Street

Wall Street weighs impact of Venezuela turmoil

Brian Szytel says he expects a correction in equity valuations in the year ahead.

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Olsen and Teller talk British phrases

Olsen and Teller talk British phrases they don't understand

The two actors talk to Radio 1's Ali Plumb about the complexities of the British vernacular.

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Global financial caution

Global financial caution over recent US capture

Global financial caution over US strike and capture of Venezuela’s President Nicolás Maduro.

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How pop-up ads took over the internet

How pop-up ads took over the internet

BBC journalist Ammie Sekhon explores the unexpected history of the pop-up ad.

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Cecilia Bartoli: See the magic of Opera's 'last diva'

Cecilia Bartoli: See the magic of Opera's 'last diva'

Renowned for her astounding range, the Italian mezzo-soprano's singing is a source of joy for adoring Opera fans.

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Consumer spending helps US growth

Strong consumer spending helps boost US growth

Expert says the newly released third-quarter figures are a useful indicator of the resilience of the US economy.

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BBC Talking Movies top 10 films of 2025

BBC Talking Movies top 10 films of 2025

Talking Movies presenter Tom Brook looks back at 2025 to pick the top 10 films of the year.

Film & TV

US markets start the week higher

US markets start the week higher after period of volatility

US markets start the week higher on renewed AI enthusiasm after a period of volatility.

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The secret behind Swedish meatballs

Köttbullar: The secret behind the iconic Swedish meatballs

Ikea’s meatballs turn 40. We asked Swedes how Köttbullar became a global phenomenon.

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Tech stocks dominate market

Tech stocks to drive growth next year

Martin Baccardax, senior writer at Barron's, says tech stocks are likely to continue to drive markets in 2026.

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The AI toys taking over Christmas shopping lists

Tech Now investigates the latest AI toys on the market and how safe they are for children.

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Lower than expected inflation

Lower than expected inflation boosts Wall Street shares

Shares on Wall Street have opened strongly and James Demmert explains what this means for consumers.

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Before and after: The lost river of Paris

The forgotten underground river that shaped Paris

Buried beneath Paris since 1912, the ghost river Bièvre shaped the French capital in unexpected ways.

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Wall Street's third year of gains

Wall Street on track for third year of double-digit gains

Greg Halter, from the Carnegie Investment Counsel, says the markets have seen a third consecutive year of gains.

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