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Whale ‘super-group’ spotted in Australia
Can whales save the planet? An unusually large collection of humpback whales has been spotted feeding off the coast of Australia. They could be key to fighting the climate crisis.
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New missions will look for life on Venus
Will we find life on our next-door planet? NASA is planning to send two missions to Venus by 2030. They hope to find proof that our neighbouring planet was once home to alien life.
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Revealed: the secret lives of wasps
Are we too harsh on wasps? Humans have had a bad relationship with them for hundreds of years. But now, scientists say we should have more respect for the little stinging bugs.
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The plan to build skyscrapers with trees
Are living cities a realistic way to fight climate change? A new design for a tower made of living trees has won a prize. It could change how we live – but might be too hard to build.
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Robot reveals secrets of the coral reef
Is exploring the ocean more important than going to space? New photos taken by a machine deep underwater have given scientists clues about life on the seabed – and how to protect it.
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Introducing the first human-monkey cross
Is it wrong to meddle with nature? A new breakthrough might make it possible to grow human organs inside animals. It could save lives, but many people say it is unnatural – and even cruel.
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The ants that build bridges with their bodies
Should we be more like ants? The insects use maths and teamwork to make living bridges to stop each other falling. Copying their skills could help us build roads, buildings and even robots.
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Attenborough: ‘Nature is full of wonder’
Is nature making a comeback? A new David Attenborough documentary looks at how the pandemic and lockdowns helped the natural world recover. Its message is all about hope for the future.
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Eureka! Scientists could soon talk to spiders
If animals could speak, would they say anything interesting? Researchers have translated the shape of a spider web into music. It could be the first step in talking to other species.
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The robot dolphins that could transform zoos
Are robot animals a good idea? A company in the USA has created electronic dolphins that can swim and move like the real thing. Some think they should replace wild creatures in zoos.
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The birds re-learning their love songs
Can science save the regent honeyeaters? These rare songbirds are so endangered that there are not enough to teach their chicks to sing. But researchers in Australia could have a solution.
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Touchdown! Robot lands safely on Mars
Is there life on Mars? Last week, NASA rover Perseverance touched down on the nearby planet after a journey of over seven months. While on Mars, it will be searching for clues of life.
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Lab successfully makes 3D printed steak
Will 3D-printed food solve world hunger? A lab in Israel has grown a beef steak from scratch using cells taken from a cow. Some say the new technology could save lives in the future.
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Ancient horn plays music after 17,000 years
Is music our greatest invention? Experts have produced three notes on an ancient shell once used as a musical instrument. It is the first time the horn has been played for 17,000 years.
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‘Bees natural problem solvers’, say experts
Should we be more like bees? New research shows that bees adapt to changes in the environment by finding new plants to make honey. Some say it is another reason to be inspired by the insects.