Q&A
Which generation is the most hypersensitive?
The answer isn't quite as simple as you might think.
Could we really build a space elevator?
A quick way to get to space, but are space elevators really possible?
What are the best preserved Ice Age animals
Frozen in time, these prehistoric animals offer an astonishing glimpse into the past.
How long does it really take to fall in love? Here’s what science says
Certain animals can form lifelong bonds in a single day. But what about humans?
What exactly do water filters filter out?
They don’t necessarily remove all contaminants.
What are the chances I'll be hit by a falling satellite?
What are the chances of you getting hit by space debris? Let's check the odds.
Why do polar bears have black skin?
It doesn't quite sound right, but its true.
What is Mexico's Zone of Silence
It's an area filled with bizarre plants and animals.
Are hangovers hereditary?
You might have done the damage but why not blame your parents too?
Why does my arm and leg hair have growth limits, but my head hair doesn't?
Ever wondered why your arm and leg hair doesn't grow as much as your head hair? Here's the answer.
Do we know what the cores of stars look like?
The centre of our nearest star is 10-20 million degrees, making it just a little too hot for us to visit.
What makes the Mediterranean diet so good for us?
Why simple changes to your everyday meals can be the path to better health.
How many fathers are unknowingly raising children that aren't theirs?
A surprisingly common issue that is occurring around the world.
Is it safe to run every day, or should I ditch my run streak to save my knees?
A doctor explains why you should break your streak.
Could marine cloud brightening help us fight climate change?
Is the future of keeping Earth cool floating above us?
What is Mexico's blue hole?
The world's deepest marine sinkhole is at least 420m deep but remains a mystery to scientists.
Are we the only species to have been through a stone age?
Who is the originator of the stone tool? The evidence leaves a confusing mystery.
You can be declared dead, but can you be declared alive?
Being declared dead when you're still alive is a rather sticky situation.
The secret to a perfect morning routine probably isn't what you think
Starting the day at 2am or taking fistfuls of supplements each morning is unlikely to help you get ahead in life.
Do animals dream when they hibernate?
That's right, animals are missing out on a good dream.
What's the strongest acid in the world?
10 quadrillion times more acidic than sulphuric acid, this is the acid to look out for.
How can I tell if I've got high cortisol levels?
It's commonly known as the 'stress hormone'.
Could I really land a plane in an emergency?
Need to emergency land a plane? It just might be possible, even without training.
The strange science of how fog forms
Fog occurs when air saturated with water vapour is cooled suddenly, and there are several different ways this can happen.