BBC Inside Science

Scientific News BBC - Thu, 06/25/2026 - 19:00
Is it time to start considering solar geoengineering to help us combat extreme heat?
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Consultants and specialist doctors begin strike action over pay

Health News BBC - Thu, 06/25/2026 - 18:41
Full emergency cover remains in place and patients have been told to attend all scheduled appointments unless advised otherwise.
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Calls for government action on chemical pollution

Scientific News BBC - Thu, 06/25/2026 - 17:57
Cherwell District Council leader urges forever chemical pollution action around former RAF base.
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In pictures: Britain swelters in record-breaking June heat

Scientific News BBC - Thu, 06/25/2026 - 16:48
A rare red weather warning is in place as extreme temperatures continue across much of the UK.
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What in the World

Health News BBC - Thu, 06/25/2026 - 16:30
Researchers are trying to improve how Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder is diagnosed
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How Aussies taught kids to stay safe in the sun

Health News BBC - Thu, 06/25/2026 - 15:42
In 1981, Australia launched a fight against skin cancer with help from a yellow cartoon seagull and a catchy jingle.
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First red squirrel kits born at sanctuary

Scientific News BBC - Thu, 06/25/2026 - 15:37
Sanctuary staff say the litter will help boost population numbers of an endangered British species.
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Obesity cases rising fastest in young adults

Health News BBC - Thu, 06/25/2026 - 02:11
Experts say the cost of living, pandemic and boom in unhealthy food are behind the rise in cases.
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Why women are more affected by hot weather than men

Health News BBC - Wed, 06/24/2026 - 21:39
Why are women’s bodies impacted by heat differently to men’s?
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Why women are more affected by hot weather than men

Health News BBC - Wed, 06/24/2026 - 21:39
Why are women’s bodies impacted by heat differently to men’s?
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How can we keep children safe during the heatwave?

Health News BBC - Wed, 06/24/2026 - 20:38
A doctor from Bristol Royal Hospital for Children gives his tips for keeping children protected.
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Hottest June day on record for the UK as temperature reaches 36C

Scientific News BBC - Wed, 06/24/2026 - 18:23
A rare red warning for extreme heat is in effect as soaring temperatures continue.
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Heat pump growth stalls as government support cut, warns climate watchdog

Scientific News BBC - Wed, 06/24/2026 - 17:32
The growth in sales has slowed significantly after a critical government grant programme was cut.
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Heat pump growth stalls as government support cut, warns climate watchdog

Scientific News BBC - Wed, 06/24/2026 - 17:32
The growth in sales has slowed significantly after a critical government grant programme was cut.
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Many fear the NHS will continue to fail mothers and babies unless there's a cultural shift

Health News BBC - Wed, 06/24/2026 - 16:06
Families will continue to be failed unless the NHS makes meaningful changes, BBC's Michael Buchanan writes.
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Why this heatwave feels worse than the last one

Scientific News BBC - Wed, 06/24/2026 - 15:24
A combination of factors is making this heatwave more uncomfortable than some we have had in the past, as Simon King explains.
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Environmental plan is largely off track, warns watchdog

Scientific News BBC - Wed, 06/24/2026 - 08:24
A report says many of the measures are "well within the reach" of government and it was a matter of "moving away from planning into delivery".
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Environmental plan is largely off track, warns watchdog

Scientific News BBC - Wed, 06/24/2026 - 08:24
A report says many of the measures are "well within the reach" of government and it was a matter of "moving away from planning into delivery".
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Survey finds 'significantly more' ancient woodland

Scientific News BBC - Wed, 06/24/2026 - 08:17
A wildlife trust says there are 50% more sites in Hertfordshire than previously recorded.
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Hundreds of schools plan closures ahead of red heat alerts

Scientific News BBC - Wed, 06/24/2026 - 05:26
The temperature topped 34.6 C in Wisley, England, on Tuesday while Scotland and Northern Ireland saw their hottest days of the year.
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