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‘Sword Dragon’ ichthyosaur had enormous eyes and a lethal snout
Meet the “Sword Dragon”, a newly-named species of ichthyosaur – predatory prehistoric reptiles that dominated the oceans while dinosaurs...
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King Richard III’s oral microbiome hints he had severe gum disease
The oral microbiome of King Richard III of England has been assembled by investigating the plaque on his teeth,...
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Woman left with partial vision after waiting four days for eye check
Aileen MoynaghBBC News NI health reporterBBCIn September 2025, the Department of Health (DoH) highlighted the "vital role of community optometry in improving access to care and shaping the future of eyecare in Northern Ireland".Raymond Curran, the DoH's Head of...
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Immune-informed brain aging research offers new treatment possibilities, speakers say
Understanding how interactions between the...
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Nobel prize in chemistry awarded for work on molecular architecture
The 2025 Nobel prize in chemistry has gone to Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson and Omar Yaghi for the development...
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Biodegradable plastic made from bamboo is strong and easy to recycle
Hard plastic made from bamboo is as strong and durable as conventional plastics for uses such as household appliances...
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One of Earth’s most vital carbon sinks is faltering. Can we save it?
Climate change deniers love to point out that plants flourish when carbon dioxide levels rise. As we burn fossil...
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Nobel prize for physics goes to trio behind quantum computing chips
The 2025 Nobel prize in physics has been awarded to John Clarke, Michel Devoret and John Martinis for their work on...
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Suffolk mum’s campaign to get son access to healthcare services
Alice Cunninghamin Brandeston Richard Knights/BBCMs Chaervey wants answers to why there is no clear NHS framework for adults with cerebral palsy."How is it that the care they have needed all their younger lives is not needed as they get...
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Peru’s President Dina Boluarte removed from office amid soaring crime
Getty ImagesThursday night's successful impeachment bid was the latest in a series of attempts to remove Boluarte from office...