Not content with touring the world as a member of Queen, Brian May has also been busy bringing back Victorian 3D for a generation raised on digital technology.

BBC Future joined a team of scientists on a drilling expedition to reveal the hidden history of Antarctica, deep beneath the seabed. What were they looking for?

If we cut the time spent moving our eyes, we can read at much greater speeds. Give speed-reading a try yourself in this video.

Built in response to a natural disaster, the Delta Works is a wonder of preventative engineering.

Algae-covered buildings are quickly moving from a concept into a reality. Why are architects going mad for the slime?

During the Cold War the US deployed a series of iconic spy planes, such as the Blackbird. But these weren't the only weapons in the US spy arsenal. Watch this video to find out more.

Drinkers of alcohol often wonder what the best way is to rescue the following morning. Check out this video to learn about an eggcellent solution.

Meet the ancient Mexican metropolis. Situated on Lake Texcoco we find the incredible capital city of the Aztec empire, Tenochtitlan.