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The maritime lions hunting seals on the beach

In Namibia, a group of desert lions have left their traditional hunting grounds for the Atlantic coast, to become the world's only maritime lions. One...

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Isabelle Gerretsen

The best science pictures of the week

The most striking science photos of the week: including the Perseid meteor shower and glowing underwater wonders. Record warm seas have brought an...

17.08.2025 30

Isabelle Gerretsen

The flood warnings that people actually listen to

When floods hit, getting clear, timely warnings out to people becomes lifesaving, but too often these messages fail. The BBC asks disaster experts...

08.08.2025 60

Isabelle Gerretsen

The dramatic photo of huskies walking on water

In 2019, climate scientist Steffen Olsen took a startling photo of huskies appearing to walk on water. The photo quickly went viral as it revealed the...

18.03.2025 100

Isabelle Gerretsen

Why do we throw away the best bit of our fruit?

Instead of throwing away edible and nutrient-rich peel of bananas, oranges and other fruits and veg, here are five ways to make the most of them. It...

26.01.2025 100

Isabelle Gerretsen

Expert tips for staying active in cold weather

It can be difficult to find motivation to keep fit when it's cold and dark outside. Here are some expert tips on how to stay active during the winter...

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