The value of not having a plan for life

The mudskipper is a fish that can leap with a flick of its tail. Watch a particularly agile specimen in action.

Expert says the key motivator behind the new US curbs on semiconductor exports to China is risk of missile use.

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

Natural wonders and ancient sites: Turkish actor Ekin Koç shares tips for a perfect day in his hometown.

Step inside the Royal Drawing School in London and see a new generation of artists shaping the future of drawing.

BBC technology reporter Lara Lewington tests how new fitness technology can improve our life expectancy.

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

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

Expert says Trump's tariffs could hurt US firms as much as their Canadian counterparts in the auto industry.

The Moorish idol, a dramatic little fish with dazzling stripes, adopts a clever strategy to save its life.

Ex-official says Donald Trump would be willing to drop his tariff plans if steps are taken to address the issues.

The photos created by citizen scientists using Nasa's data have contributed to new discoveries about Jupiter.

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

Renowned sitar player Anoushka Shankar on how she blends classical traditions with contemporary sounds.

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

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

As US shares lock in a week of gains, investors are keeping an eye out for the new administration's policies.

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

Svalbard, a warming Arctic archipelego, begins a shift from coal to clean energy solutions.

Analyst says Fed is unlikely to cut rates in December as the US weekly jobless claims hit a seven-month low.