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Biden urged to back AI weapons to counter China and Russia threats
A long-awaited report says the US president should ignore calls for a ban on autonomous weapons.
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Radar images capture new Antarctic mega-iceberg
Spacecraft that can see through cloud get their first good look at the frozen block known as A74.
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UK meteor spotted above Midsomer Norton and Bath
Social media users reported seeing a 'flash' with a 'tail of orange light' in the night sky.
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Letter demands action over 'UK nature in freefall'
Wildlife experts urge the prime minister to step up action on the loss of species in the UK.
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Cumbria coal mine plan 'damaging PM's reputation'
Foreign ambassadors say Boris Johnson's tacit support for the mine prompts accusations of hypocrisy.
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Pompeii: Archaeologists unveil ceremonial chariot discovery
The ornate discovery was used during festivities and parades almost 2,000 years ago, experts say.
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Bitcoin energy use 'bigger than most countries'
Could the cryptocurrency's huge electricity consumption also sink it?
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Aberdeen physicist behind first full-body MRI scanner dies
Prof John Mallard, formerly of Aberdeen University, was known for his pioneering work in medical imaging.
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Brunt Ice Shelf: Big iceberg calves near UK Antarctic base
The berg covers 1,270 sq km - nearly 490 square miles - but its break-off was expected.
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Climate change: Carbon emission promises 'put Earth on red alert'
Nations' current carbon-cutting plans will not keep global temperature rise below 1.5C, the UN says.
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Why Greenpeace is dropping huge boulders into the sea
Fishing community leaders say Greenpeace's action is dangerous and illegal.
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National Trust to plant blossom trees around UK
The National Trust is planning to plant dozens of blossoming trees at different sites around the UK.
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Amazon rainforest plots sold via Facebook Marketplace ads
Protected land reserved for Brazil's indigenous communities is being traded on the social network.
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AI conquers challenge of 1980s platform games
A computer program that can solve 1980s exploration games could help improve robot intelligence.
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Mary Anning: Fossil hunter celebrated with Jurassic 50p coins
The 19th Century fossil hunter's achievements were often overlooked during her own lifetime.
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How 30,000 elephant 'selfies' will help in conservation
Researchers are developing new technology to help reduce human-elephant conflicts.
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Rare bird: 'Half-male, half-female' cardinal snapped in Pennsylvania
Jamie Hill said taking the stunning photos of the northern cardinal was "once in a lifetime".
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Most pheasants sold for food 'contain lead shot'
Scientists say a pledge by shooting groups to phase out lead shot has had no detectable effect.
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Walker Swamp: The mission to restore an Australian wetland
Walker Swamp had been destroyed by 150 years of farming - now it is replenished and welcoming life.
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Budget 2021: Chancellor must 'make finance green', say campaigners
Campaigners call for Chancellor Rishi Sunak to make system changes including a carbon emissions tax.
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