27 July 2022
Feedback raises an eyebrow at the cap which reads brainwaves to help China detect pornography, while also investigating secret cannabis facilities in Australia - and grave-robbing badgers
27 July 2022
Homemade science "experiments" are full of spectacle, but often miss the joy of true discovery. Alom Shaha offers a simple solution with his twist on the classic bubble volcano
27 July 2022
In Emmi Itäranta's The Moonday Letters, humans have adapted to live off-world. But central to this genre-crashing thrill ride is a reminder that hope is essential
27 July 2022
New Scientist's weekly round-up of the best books, films, TV series, games and more that you shouldn't miss
27 July 2022
This evolution bestseller is full of ironic humour, sharp insights and affectionate acknowledgement of human flaws – and ends up as a celebration of curiosity
27 July 2022
Going birding made a huge difference to my family’s mental health. Environmental organisations need to work with charities such as the one I set up, Black2Nature, as well as with young minority ethnic people, to engage them with nature, says Mya-Rose...
27 July 2022
Artificial turf has grown in popularity, but it has major drawbacks, says Beronda L. Montgomery, who is looking for a sustainable alternative
