Everyday science
Physics, chemistry and biology are your "big three", but there are so many more branches of science, including the formal sciences, natural sciences and social sciences. They're all here, and you can rely on us to put the 'fun' in fundamental science for you.

What is the deadliest creature in the UK?

Man’s best friend? Yeah, right.
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Can I really make a difference by recycling?

Recycling is just a small piece of the puzzle. Here’s what will really help you battle climate change.
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Daylight saving 2024: When and why do the clocks change?

For those in the US, the dreaded night is back – prepare to lose a precious hour of slumber.
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22 pioneering women in science you really should know about

We’ve all heard of the likes of Ada Lovelace, Rosalind Franklin and Marie Curie, but there are many more famous women in STEM that deserve your attention.
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The psychology of why we trust what people say, even when they contradict the facts

When it comes to presenting information, a friendly face can make all of the difference.
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The real reason we have leap years – and how they’ll change in future

Leap years of the near future could be seriously weird. Here’s why.
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This hidden ice base is mining the Antarctic for ghostly cosmic particles

Neutrinos are everywhere, yet they’re almost impossible to detect. Now, some of these ghostly particles have been picked up coming from the Milky Way for the first time.
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4 ridiculously easy ways to upgrade your pancakes, according to science

Whether you’re going fluffy or thin, these easy science hacks will take your pancake game to the next level.
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Is all sporting success down to genetics alone? A scientist explains

Does having sporty parents mean we are more likely to excel at sports?
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Digital healthcare is putting the most vulnerable at risk. Here’s how we can fix that

The elderly, ethnic minorities and those on low incomes are finding essential care increasingly difficult to access.
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How to finally break free from your smartphone addiction

Inside the strange new science of 'dopamine fasting'.
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The (very very weird) reasons cat lick people

Sorry, it's not because they secretly love you.
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How did life on Earth begin?

Earth is unlike any planet we know by virtue of hosting a rich variety of life. But experts are still unsure what got it started.
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Is the avocado a nutritional superfood or environmental disaster?

Just how healthy – both to your body and planet Earth – is the ever-popular fruit?
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Your brain is hard-wired to avoid exercise. Here's why

We all know that working out makes us feel better. So why is it so hard?
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