‘Giant fish lizard’ bigger than megalodon could be largest marine reptile ever discovered
Step aside, meg: Scientists have uncovered the biggest marine reptile ever, and it’s a prehistoric beast.
Secrets of our Moon could be lost forever thanks to upcoming lunar missions
Pristine, scientifically interesting regions of the Moon should be given legal protection, experts argue.
'Alien aurora’ may have been spotted on nearby failed star
This nearby brown dwarf doesn't shine with fusion light, but may have found a way to put on a dazzling display of its own.
This new ‘atlas of ageing’ could help keep your muscles younger for longer
Creaks and groans may ail your bones, but a new muscle atlas could halt your ageing.
New issue: Reclaim your attention!
Offices, the very place where we’re supposed to get stuff done, seem to be designed to make it impossible to actually get anything done. Open-plan, noisy and full of people. Meanwhile, email, messaging apps, video calls and social media provide endless distractions. It never ends. Sound familiar? We've got some science-backed ways to help keep your focus fixed firmly on the things you need to get done.
What caused the Great Sheep Panic?
Experts, much like the sheep, are still baa-ffled.
Can you smell ants?
Expert advice: Don't stick your nose in an ants nest.
What is a wandering star?
Nope, they haven’t been booted out of for bad behaviour.
If conditions on Earth changed, is it possible dinosaurs could evolve again? Would life… find a way?
*Jurassic Park fans lean in closer*
How many black holes are there in the Milky Way?
Let’s hope for all our sakes we don’t stumble across any…
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How to beat anxiety: 8 simple, concrete strategies to take control of your mind
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44 cool gadgets: Our pick of the best new tech for 2024
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Science news
Here’s how the Moon actually impacts your menstrual cycle - new study
Put the lunar cycle diary down, ladies: new research says the calendar is already within you.
Earthshine tonight: How to see April's stunning Moon event
This April, the Moon is the gift that keeps on giving.
Solar eclipse: The 20 best photos from 2024’s celestial spectacle
The most stunning images from the cosmic event of the century.
The Solar System will die a grisly death – and astronomers now think they know how
White dwarf stars can’t help but gobble up passing objects – including, eventually, the planets in our own Solar System.
Future technology
If AI is meant to be so intelligent, why can’t it identify a set of traffic lights?
The "I'm not a robot" box might not be so robot-proof after all.
The next generation of drugs could be made in space. Here’s why
A California start-up recently recovered a batch of drugs manufactured by an automated satellite, but what are the benefits and challenges of making pharmaceuticals in orbit?
Anti-ageing neuro-tech: The bold new devices built to keep your brain young
Sending shocks to the nervous system has a variety of health benefits. But is it a safe thing to do?
Ebikes could soon have double the power. Can we expect more fires?
With fires increasing at an alarming pace, will bumping up the power of batteries make them more dangerous?
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Top 10 biggest statues in the world 2024
The tallest monuments found on planet Earth.
The world's most powerful camera is complete – and it could solve the Universe's deepest mysteries
The Vera C Rubin Observatory’s 3200-megapixel camera will allow us to see the cosmos like never before.
The top 10 strangest animal eggs you’ll ever see
You might not enjoy this Easter treat...
These 10 psychedelic animal scans will change how you see wildlife forever
A major collaborative project has created 3D reconstructions of museum specimens previously hidden away.
Top 10 biggest earthquakes ever recorded
Earthquakes are one of the most deadly natural disasters. Here are the worst humans have witnessed so far.
Moments of pure eureka: 10 best photos of recent medical breakthroughs
Check out the latest winners from Great Ormond Street Hospital's latest photography competition, detailing stunning breakthroughs in science.