Most of us have a sense of whether we are a lark or an owl, but is it really as black and white as it may seem?

Two urban explorers' stories of decay tell a tale of a changing American cultural landscape.

At Icca, Japanese sushi master chef Kazushige Suzuki blends ancient methods with other cuisines.

Filmmaker Gary Hustwit has created a documentary which can rewrite itself before every screening.

On the 80th anniversary of D-Day, veterans who were on the beaches of Normandy recount that fateful day.

The Sisters of the Valley, a group of women dressed as Catholic nuns, legally grow and sell weed in Mexico.

Some simple tricks that could have a positive effect on your memory.

Billions of people rely on a cup of coffee to get them through the day. But what does it do to the human body?

There's a lot of hype around magnesium and its ability to alleviate anxiety and depression.

TikTok trainspotter Francis Bourgeois travels through the UK using only British trains.

Aeroplanes have become bigger and faster but their impact on the climate has also increased. Could hydrogen-powered planes be the solution?

The floating houses built to withstand typhoons and flooding in the Philippines.

Research shows that women rate the quality of their sleep lower than men's.

Marc Cieslak spends a night on ice, camping under the stars.

The reason behind the Red Planet's nickname is also why its sunrises and sunsets look pale blue.

With its own currency and 'head of state', this American micronation has become an odd tourist destination.

Messi has been a big star on the red carpet, eclipsing Meryl Streep. But who will win the Palm Dog this year?

Peggy Whitson has spent 675 days in space, more than any other American. Here's how it affected her body.

One team is on a mission to create 3D printed sea walls with environmental benefits.

Ghost towns are remnants of lost communities but also a testament to nature's persistence.

New research suggests the fiery moon Io has been spewing lava for billions of years.

Scientists had a conversation with Twain, the humpback whale. It's the first ever recorded chat of its kind.

A metal detectorist has uncovered something pretty unexpected and highly valuable on farmland in rural England.

Scientists exploring the ocean off the New Zealand coast believe they have discovered 100 new marine species.

Explore depths where volcanic fluids meet near-freezing seawater, creating a dynamic clash below.

A look at their love lives reveals a unique courtship and the reality of separation.

Scientists attached cameras to polar bears to learn how they adapt to a warming planet and found worrying trends.

The poignant image of a snoozing polar bear won the Wildlife Photographer of the Year People's Choice Award.

Qasa Alom visits Alaska where he searches for gold with a local gold prospector.

You know about Mount Vesuvius, but there's a nearby 'supervolcano' with even more immense scale and power.

Pyrgi is a puzzling medieval village in the middle of the Mediterranean island of Chios, in Greece.

A journey to the hidden church in Slovenia from WWI that transformed into a symbol of peace.

A look at the fascinating hidden world of the Mediterranean depths.

With storms occurring between 140 to 160 nights a year, it's no wonder the area is a world record holder.

Our deep oceans are offering up the chance to find new life, but not as we know it.

A wondrous red river in southern Spain has become a laboratory for Nasa operations aimed at exploring Mars.

Home of the human fish, a curious animal that can live 100 years.

In the Valdivian rainforest of Chile, an ancient tree carries answers to the future of climate.

China's Fengjie County contains a natural wonder that has fascinated experts for decades.

Billions of people rely on a cup of coffee to get them through the day. But what does it do to the human body?

There's more than just one type of fat - and it's more important than our waistlines. 

There's a lot of hype around magnesium and its ability to alleviate anxiety and depression.

Debunking the health benefits of apple cider vinegar.

Some simple tricks that could have a positive effect on your memory.

You might think it's helpful to vent or smash things when you're angry. But a new study shows it doesn't help.

The 'sleepy girl' mocktail is a concoction made of tart cherry juice and magnesium. Here's the science behind it.

Intermittent fasting is praised for its health benefits. Can fasting be the key to making us healthier?

In a new series, we will test the limits of the latest AI technology by pitting it against human experts.

Some politicians have found themselves victims of deepfakes. Can the public trust politicians in the age of AI?

A company’s motion capture system offers access to advance animation capacities at an affordable price.

Can technology help us keep a connection with lost loved ones?

Using AI to spot future fashion trends could also help reduce clothing waste.

The team developing advanced flight safety aids in a small South African suburb.

Google DeepDream explores how artificial intelligence can produce dream-like art.  

ChatGPT has been hailed as a game-changer, but how smart are AI chatbots really?

AI is changing how we interact with everything – from food to healthcare, travel and also religion.

Scientists are exploring the possibilities of using AI in communicating with other species.

Is it possible for artificial intelligence to develop consciousness and dream up emotions?

The world's largest direct air capture plant sucks CO2 from the air and deposits it underground.

While wind electricity is clean, this green industry has a waste problem. Now there's a race to solve it.

Tech-loving traveller Paul Carter visits a new kind of farm - one that has to be accessed via an airlock.

How a project near Fukushima has become a lab for demonstrating sustainable ideas for Japan and the wider world.

One company is developing a new way of transferring energy from sea to shore, and it's all powered by the wind.

A day in the life of the Black Mambas.

To sustain an ever growing global population, we need to produce more food.

A Mexican community has found an unusual way to protect their coral reef.

As well as being a superb wine stopper, cork is a unique and versatile material.