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What are the Playground Proms?
Playground Proms is a charity which brings live classical music to children, inspired by BBC Proms.
Big waves shape this surfer-scientist’s research and life
Professor and pro surfer Cliff Kapono studies human-ocean interactions through the lens of a surfer, from molecular to macro scales.
That's rex-spensive! Tyrannosaurus rex sells for record-breaking amount
A huge Tyrannosaurus rex fossil has been sold at auction for a record-breaking $50 million.
Spain through to World Cup final after beating France
Spain will now face England or Argentina after beating France 2-0 in the semi-final.
England vs Argentina: Three things you need to know
It's a huge night for England as they face Argentina for a place in the World Cup final. Here are three things you need to know ahead of the game.
UK weather: Why is it still so hot?
The hot weather continues... But what's the cause?
Why are people hugging melons in China?
Videos and photos shared online have shown babies, children and even pets cuddling huge winter melons during very hot weather.
Breaking mews - is this the real reasons cats lick each other?
A new study has found that cats might actually be being bullies when they are licking each other.
Bored onboard! Pilot writes cheeky message in the sky
The pilot's mischievous flight path was noticed by plane spotters.
Physics explains why gold doesn’t ‘rust’
Metals like copper tarnish when they react with oxygen in the air. Gold doesn’t, thanks to a quick rearrangement of atoms on its surface.
France v Spain: Five players to watch
Two football giants go head-to-head on Tuesday night as France take on Spain in one of the biggest matches of the World Cup so far. Here are five players who could make all the difference.
Andy Burnham set to be next UK prime minister and Labour Party leader
It comes after the number of Labour MPs backing Mr Burnham to become the party's next leader reached 349.
Delta Aquariids: What is it and how can you see it?
This year, they will be visible from 12 July until 23 August, with the peak of the shower taking place in the UK on Thursday 30 July. Find out more here.
Till death do us bark! Pet pooch Luna serves as witness in her owners' wedding
The wedding took place in Ecuador's capital city Quito, after a new law was brought in to allow for "pet-friendly" marriages.
What's made Jude Bellingham so brilliant in this World Cup?
With England now looking to their next game against Argentina on Wednesday, the fans and players will be hoping Bellingham can help work his magic against Messi to help them get through to the final. So what makes the England number 10 player so special?
Teenager passes Grade 8 piano exam playing with just left hand
Freya's achievement has inspired music exam board ABRSM to publish a new course for one handed piano.
Which sports star would you play against?
British Wimbledon semi-finalist Arthur Fery has offered Prince George and Princess Charlotte the chance to come and play tennis with him. Which sports star would you most like to play against? Let us know in the comments.
Lamine Yamal and his little brother: Tell us how your sibling supports you
After seeing lots of Lamine Yamal's brother Keyne cheering him on at the World Cup, we want to hear how your sibling supports you.
Who were the winners of Wimbledon 2026?
Wimbledon has drawn to a close for another year, but which tennis players took home the trophies for the 2026 tournament?
Fuzzy microbes may fuel cows’ methane burps
Production of this potent greenhouse gas is triggered by a newfound feature of these microbes — one with a funny name: hydrogenobody.
Scientists Say: Event horizon
Past this boundary, nothing that enters a black hole can ever leave — not even light.
Wildfires spread across Wales and England as hot weather continues
The UK has been experiencing another heatwave, with high temperatures, dry ground and strong winds making it easier for fires to start and spread.
'Come on England': Your messages of support for the Three Lions
After beating Norway 2-1 in the quarter-finals of the World Cup, you have been telling us your messages of support for the England team ahead of their next match against Messi's Argentina.
New long-necked dino discovered in Thailand
A bone found in Thailand has revealed a new species of plant-eating dinosaur with a very long neck.