Dad power: The surprising new science of fatherhood
21 March 2018
When Anna Machin realised science was skewed towards mums, she set out to change that - and discovered fatherhood comes with a raft of changes to the mind and body
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An emotional support sock is the perfect travel companion
21 March 2018
Is your furry friend on the no-fly list? Build a portable pal who knows just when to shout some words of encouragement
Huge Australian bushfire was caused by unseasonal freak weather
20 March 2018
A fire in New South Wales has destroyed 69 homes, even though Australia’s fire season is over – climate change may be a factor
Craft beer may get cheaper thanks to GM yeast with hoppy flavour
20 March 2018
A genetically engineered yeast makes beer that tastes of hops, without using any hops – and it could make beer cheaper and more environmentally friendly
Enlightenment now: The rise and fall of progress
19 March 2018
Steven Pinker argues for optimism and Enlightenment values in his latest book, but there are some serious flaws in his argument
A fifth of people hear sounds when watching silent GIFs. Do you?
19 March 2018
Ever felt like you’ve heard a video even though the sound was turned off? As many as 20 per cent of us may “hear” silent GIFs and other moving objects
Killer kettles show security an afterthought for connected homes
16 March 2018
The internet of things is coming thick and fast but so are the warnings that security of devices is poor. The lack of action is alarming, says Paul Marks
The Novichok spy attack was brazen – it needs a tough response
15 March 2018
Hard-line regimes once tried to hide their attempts to poison defectors. Now they make them blatant. Tougher responses are required, says David Hambling
Our ancestors mated with the mystery 'Denisovan' people – twice
15 March 2018
The genes of extinct hominins called Denisovans live on in people from China and Papua New Guinea, suggesting two instances of cross-species breeding
These searing hot chilli peppers are in danger thanks to snakes
15 March 2018
The donne’ sali chilli is a major feature of the cuisine of the Mariana Islands, but thanks to an invasive snake this pepper faces an uncertain future
