An earthquake in 1755 had such a profound effect on the world that we are still feeling its impact today.

People who knew Elon Musk intimately as a child in South Africa share their thoughts on his character.

Dr Wendy Troxel discusses how sharing a bed affects a couple’s relationship quality and sex life.

A shipwreck worth billions has been sitting on the ocean floor off the coast of Cartagena for centuries.

A new study might explain why dying patients' lives flash before their eyes.

The complex and at-times scandalous love life of Britain's Princess Anne.

What does it take to become a supernanny who can earn more than a doctor?    

The BBC gets access to Michelangelo's 'secret hiding room' under the Medici Chapel in Florence.

We put a lot of value on a first kiss, but what is it really telling us?

The Erlitou site, dating back to 3,800 years ago, offers crucial insights into early Chinese civilisation.

How a former slave became the world’s first self-described “drag queen”.

The wealth of Mansa Musa is believed to have been greater than all modern billionaires.

In 1951, a young woman from Baltimore died of cancer. Her death would change medical science forever.

In his images from the 80s, Jamel Shabazz captures the vibrancy of life underground in the New York City subway.

The anniversary of the British Punitive Expedition has reignited calls for the return of stolen treasures.

Now 102-years-old, Ethel Kerr was once an influential black British fashion and community figure.

The audacious escape that turned a slave into a Civil War hero who helped to shape American democracy.

The Bantu value system of Ubuntu emphasises the importance of humanity's communal existence.

Valentine’s Day is thought to celebrate romance but rude cards soured the holiday for its recipients in years gone by.

Ronald Reisley, now aged 100, is the last original member of Usonia, a small visionary community in the woods.

Tracey Emin, once the British art world's 'enfant terrible', talks art and life with the BBC.

The British naturalist embarked on an extraordinary journey, did hundreds of experiments, and wrote for 20 years.

While New York winters are often depicted as snowy wonderlands, the city's never been as snowy as you think.

Mikey Madison tells Graham Norton that she spent five months pole dance training for her role in Anora.

Why a famous photograph of King Richard III's skeleton was a happy 'accident'.

Romania is the latest country to join Europe's Schengen Agreement, making travel across its borders much easier.

Award-winning actor Sterling K Brown reveals how he tried to play down his interest in J-Lo in front of his wife.

BBC Click's Paul Carter visits the world's first fully AI-powered hotel in Las Vegas.

A technique called guided imagery can reduce stress and improve our physical fitness.

The Travel Show goes to the Netherlands to take a tour inside the world's first ever solar-powered campervan.

Renée Zellweger tells Graham Norton about the return of Hugh Grant in the latest Bridget Jones film.

An unexpected World War Two experiment by behaviourist BF Skinner proved that pigeons could be used for missile guidance.

The Bajau Laut tribe's lifestyle has given them the ability to stay underwater for long periods of time.

Ariana Grande tells the BBC the story behind an interview which went viral during the Wicked press tour.

BBC Click explores an Arctic vault that stores digital artefacts from across the globe.

Travel reporter Nick Kwek visits Malaysian Borneo to try the traditional Sabahan-style rice wine.

In Sri Lanka, a charming elephant cheekily halts traffic for treats. 

Reese Witherspoon tells the BBC's Graham Norton about the time she was appointed foreman during jury duty.

Sarah De Lagarde lost an arm and a leg after being hit by two trains in London. Now, she has an AI-powered arm.

We find out how AI blurs the line between creation and automation, raising questions about the essence of art.

Two voice-over artists were listening to a podcast when they heard their own stolen AI-generated voices.

AI v The Mind: We explore the world of food and ask if human expertise is the only way to deliver great flavour.

A look through footage from the Paris 1924 Olympics gives viewers a chance to reflect on how much has changed.

A project using AI and sports science identifies potential future athletes from the crowds of Olympic fans.

In a clash of wit and technology, we bring together two unlikely adversaries: a comedian and an AI chatbot.

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

Whilst filming 'The Traitors', Claudia Winkleman was surprised to learn that her physiotherapist was a vet.

Rami Malek tells the BBC's Graham Norton that he's a big fan of British pub culture, especially a quiz night.

English singer Robbie Williams explains how he came to be portrayed as a chimp in his new biopic 'Better Man'.

Timothée Chalamet on how he learned to play the guitar and harmonica for his role in A Complete Unknown.

Talking Movies presenter Tom Brook looks back at 2024 to pick the top 10 films of the year.

Andrew Garfield explains how a fairground horse on the poster of his film 'We Live in Time' went viral.

Daniel Craig explains what happened when he rolled around in coffee grounds for 12 hours for a scene in Queer.

Kieran Culkin reveals that he was cast in 'A Real Pain' without an audition.

 A wax cylinder containing the oldest recorded country song was discovered in Pennsylvania.

Actor Nicholas Hoult reveals that around 5,000 rats were used to film some scenes in 'Nosferatu'.

Chris Martin says that Coldplay will stop making albums after the 12th. They've just released their 10th.

Cher explains why she has finally written her memoir and who it's for.

British 'Wicked' star Cynthia Erivo describes meeting and singing with Ariana Grande for the first time.

Jennifer Lopez explains why she cancelled her tour, and is surprised by a fan in the studio.

Billy Crystal recalls Princess Diana's reaction to the now famous orgasm scene in 'When Harry Met Sally'.

Paul Mescal describes his first meeting with the trainer who helped him build his physique for the role.

The BBC's Tom Brook looks at how the fall of the Berlin Wall 35 years ago influenced countless filmmakers.

75-year-old Bruce Springsteen explains why he has no plans to stop touring.

The actress talks about doing ballet as a child, and why she eventually had to give it up.

The acting pair from Blink Twice join Greg James on BBC Radio 1 to react to listeners' unpopular opinions.

The Travel Show meets 'van lifers' who sold their homes and now spend their lives on the road.

The Travel Show visits northern Iceland to see the breathtaking whales of Skjálfandi Bay.

Nordic etiquette: Learn how to sauna and ice plunge like a Finn and feel great afterwards.

The ancient city of Butrint is the first site in Albania to be added to the UNESCO World Heritage list.

Science says that Santa must have a crew of female reindeer. So why do we think Rudolph the reindeer is a boy?

On Mount Chimaera, fire has been spitting out from rocks for over 2,500 years. Our local SpeciaList explains why.

Find out how Japan's renowned Wajima-nuri lacquerware is crafted through more than 100 intricate steps.

Japan's popular hot spring baths come with a unique requirement, full nudity for anyone entering the onsen.

The BBC's Rajan Datar explores the stunning landscapes and bustling streets of the Portuguese island of Madeira.

A dive into 3,500 years of underwater archeology, sunken cities and Lycian tombs with Prof Hakan Öniz.

In a disarmingly frank interview, Holocaust survivor Freddie Knoller recounts his story of survival.

In Sweden, a deep-rooted cultural code called Jantelagen stops many from talking about their wealth.

Writer Carmen Roberts tours Puglia's coast, meeting local elders who are trying to preserve a pasta tradition.

Long before pumpkins became a sign of Halloween, people carved faces into turnips to ward off evil spirits.

Voodoo, often portrayed as something to be feared, is having a renaissance in New Orleans.

BBC travel reporter Lucy Hedges leaves city life behind to embrace nomadic living in the Mongolian countryside.

A treasure trove of photographs provides a window into early 20th century Jewish shtetl life.

The castle located in the Nabatean civilisation's second city, Hegra, has only recently opened up to the public.

BBC presenter Lucy Hedges explores Mongolia's Soviet history with a local historian.

Vietnamese-American journalist W Lee Adams visits Vietnam, home to some of the world's rarest plants and animals.

'Conan the Bacterium' is the most radiation resistant bacteria in the world. Now, scientists know why.

First broadcast in 1954, the celebrated naturalist's first on-screen appearance is now available in colour.

The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards held their annual ceremony, crowning the funniest animal photos of 2024.

Jay Christensen makes striking drone's eye videos, showing a new view of the world. He told us about his process.

Wildlife biologists released a few wild turkeys in Vermont in 1969. There's now a thriving population of 45,000.

Talking about who is responsible for climate destruction is a fraught topic, how do we work out what is fair?

Stargazers are preparing for the next meteor shower but in ancient China, they were more than a stunning display.

Father penguins have developed a solution to help distinguish their child from identical chicks in the colony.

Seismic imaging off the Pacific Coast could reveal where the next big earthquake might strike.

How do they differ from the ocean? A geophysicist breaks it down for us.

An asteroid is going to circle our planet for two months this autumn before going on its way.

A facility near the Icelandic capital, Reykjavik, is using innovative farming technology to grow algae.

The Rosa Damascena, known as the Damask rose, is considered a great treasure in the region of Kazanlak.

Reece Parkinson heads to the Bahamas, where he meets a community adapting to unpredictable weather patterns.

Lucy Hedges is in Thailand where she explores the beach made world-famous by Hollywood.

Scientists are preparing to drill into the rock of an Icelandic volcano to learn more about how volcanoes behave.

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

The degrowth movement questions the feasibility of the idea of endless economic growth on a finite planet.

Land use for food and agriculture around the world is putting pressure on climate and biodiversity.

Noise and air pollution are major threats and EVs can therefore offer a promising solution.

Drought forces the real Paddington Bear into deadly conflict with cattle farmers in the Andes.

An 11-mile hike in the Bako National Park in Malaysia transports travellers through seven distinct habitats.

In the BBC Select documentary Penguins: Spy in the Huddle, we explore the world of penguin fathers.

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.

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

Our star's activity is increasing and that could mean more supercharged light shows on Earth.

A wild orangutan has astonished researchers by using a medicinal plant to treat his cheek wound.

This rare dual emergence of two different broods hasn't happened for 221 years.

An intriguing mix of cultures await travellers who are prepared to explore beyond the beaches.

Sri Lankans began planting jackfruit trees to gain food self-sufficiency during British rule.

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.

The rare phenomenon of asexual reproduction continues to perplex scientists.

The James Webb Telescope sends back stunning photos of our Universe. But are the vibrant colours real?

How a dwindling group of veterans from the American War of Independence were featured in early photographic form.

The actor recalls being at the Mandela film premiere when he heard the anti-apartheid politician had died.

How Mary Mallon, an Irish cook for New York's elite, became known as the 'most dangerous woman in America'.

The battlegrounds of World War One are still giving up their revealing evidence of bitter fighting.

How a 1892 photo from Rougeville, Michigan, became the most iconic image of the bison massacre in America.

The US Presidential elections did not always depend on just these seven states.

In 1890 an estimated cargo of 180,000 ancient felines, weighing 19.5 tonnes, were auctioned off in Liverpool.

The Thracian Tomb of Kazanlak was accidentally discovered by Bulgarian soldiers digging up shelters in 1944.

The Varna treasure is considered the world's oldest human processed gold, dating back 6,500 years.

Hiding in a London cathedral is an intricate wooden mock-up of Sir Christopher Wren's masterpiece.

Bettany Hughes goes underwater in search of ancient archaeological finds in historic Sozopol, Bulgaria.

The prehistoric paintings in Magura Cave in Bulgaria are made using a surprising material.

In 1911, a fence was constructed on the US-Mexico border. But its purpose was not to stop humans.

One of Europe's oldest residential streets hides in the heart of the English countryside.

In late 1922, photographer Harry Burton joined archaeologist Howard Carter's team as they uncovered the famous tomb.

Thomas Edison wasn't the first person to record sound. It was a Frenchman who invented sound recording in 1857.

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

How does King Charles III's Coronation year compare to his mother's?

Fifty years ago, on April 25, 1974, a Eurovision song gave the signal for a military coup in Portugal.

How one day in 1963 changed history forever and created a piece of America in the UK.