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Why bears are coming out of hibernation early - BBC News

Warmer temperatures mean bears around the world are on the prowl earlier than normal.

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How to escape the tyranny of the clock - BBC Future

In our modern lives, every minute of our day is a valuable and precious commodity. But is it possible to abandon clocks altogether?

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The monks who bought their own Scottish island - BBC News

Twenty years ago, an order of Catholic Monks bought a small Orkney island where they could practise the Latin Mass.

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The people who stop breathing in their sleep - BBC Future

If you have sleep apnoea, chances are you don’t realise it. But it’s linked to diabetes, heart disease and other conditions, and it can put your life at risk

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BBC - Travel - Canada’s mysterious lake monster

For generations, a mythical beast has been said to lurk in the depths of Okanagan Lake. But now a new view on British Columbia’s most revered serpent is taking hold.

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How a 'growth mindset' can lead to success - BBC Worklife

It’s said that the key to work success is finding your passion. But what is passion - and how does our mindset govern whether or not we feel it?

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The countries building miniature nuclear reactors - BBC Future

Small-scale nuclear reactors are starting to be developed around the world. Proponents say they are a safer and cheaper form of nuclear power. But will they keep up with renewables?

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Wikipedia: A Disinformation Operation?

Is Wikipedia an open encyclopedia or a covert propaganda platform?

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Why your internet habits are not as clean as you think - BBC Future

The internet allows us to send messages, share pictures, download music and stream videos at a touch of a button, but our online habits have a surprising impact on the environment.

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BBC - Travel - Japan’s ancient way to save the planet

The concept of mottainai encompasses the idea of respecting resources and not wasting them, along with an inherent recognition of their value.

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Bill Clinton claims Monica Lewinsky affair was to 'help anxieties' - BBC Ne

The former president was impeached in 1998 for lying to investigators about the affair.

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Nintendo PlayStation: Ultra-rare prototype sells for £230,000 - BBC News

The only known example of a once-mythical prototype becomes the most expensive gaming item ever.

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Is it okay to tell a dirty joke at work? - BBC News

Almost a third of British men say yes. However, only 16% of their female counterparts agree.

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Tattoos: 'The more I have, the more confident I feel' - BBC News

Post Malone says he gets inked because of insecurity over how he looks - and he's not the only one.

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Delhi's inventive answer to the electric car - BBC Future

The rise of the electric three-wheeler could help to reduce India’s emissions and improve air quality, but how can this niche vehicle compete on Delhi’s busy streets?

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How burnout affects mental health workers - BBC Worklife

Their day to day jobs involve solving other people’s emotional issues. So how do therapists avoid taking those issues home with them?

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BBC - Travel - Lord Howe: Australia’s most exclusive island?

Everything about Lord Howe, a reef-rimmed tropical island 780km north-east of Sydney, is laidback – except for the fervour with which its locals protect their paradise.

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Can you feed cats and dogs a vegan diet? - BBC Future

Some vegan pet owners don’t just want to give up animal products – they want their pets to as well. But can cats and dogs really go meat free?

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Spain plans 'only yes means yes' rape law - BBC News

The reform to Spain's controversial rape laws focus on the importance of sexual consent.

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Call to remove 'sexist' dictionary definitions for 'woman' - BBC News

Campaigners point out there are a "wealth of derogatory examples" of how to use woman in a sentence.

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Coronavirus: What can we learn from the Spanish flu? - BBC Future

After World War One, a flu pandemic swept the world, killing at least 50 million people. What lessons can it teach us about Covid-19?

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Why slowing your breathing helps you relax - BBC Worklife

Cultivating more control over our lungs can bring many benefits to our mental and physical health. Is it time to relearn breathing?

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Is it possible to build wildlife-friendly windfarms? - BBC Future

One of the greenest types of energy poses a conservation conundrum – wind farms can lead to collisions with birds and bats. Is there way to build them so they don't harm animals?

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Australian thief uses fishing rod to steal Versace necklace - BBC News

The thief was caught on CCTV hooking the Versace necklace from a designer store in Melbourne.

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Couleur Café - Wikipedia

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