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Hateful images are making their way from niche sites onto popular social networks at an alarming speed. Here’s how it works.
Teachers’ understanding of dyslexia is mostly limited to behaviour, new survey finds.
There is a surprising amount of support for the destruction of antiquities in the Middle East.
A former elf looks into the work that goes into an authentic Christmas experience.
Grammars have received a £50m funding boost, while at the same time many primary and secondary schools are resorting to Amazon Wish Lists to fund basic supplies.
Children with imaginary friends tend to be creative and have more empathy.
Our research shows that, millions of years from now, fossilised chicken bones will mark the era of human domination.
For two-and-a-half years misstep has followed misstep.
The UN Security Council’s response to the most recent Ebola outbreak has been weak. But what options does it have?
Children need be able to identify potentially harmful sexual behaviours, including sexting, from a young age.
What colours we see depends not just on how things are in the world around us, but also on what happens in our eyes and our brains.
A new meta-analysis of 39 studies from around the world reveals a major disadvantage.
The intricacies of Lebanese politics mean Syrian refugees continue to be scapegoated.
Green activists are fighting save us all – so why do their sacrifices warrant punishment?
A new study suggests that being intellectually engaged does nothing to slow cognitive decline, but it does start the decline from a higher point.
International students are a huge asset, but universities must guard against prejudice and ensure they they are properly integrated and supported.
A judgment by the European court has extended copyright to all literary and artistic creations, but cheese is still not protected.
Aerobic exercise can improve erections in men suffering from erectile dysfunction.
Turkey, pigs in blankets, potatoes, parsnips, carrots, Brussels spouts and cranberries – which are safe and which aren’t?
As the May government crumbles, there is new impetus for reviving part two of Lord Leveson’s inquiry into press misconduct.
The UK is lagging behind the rest of the world when it comes to preventing harm caused by drinking during pregnancy.
The ‘Monster of Worcester’ would have been released 24 years ago in Norway - would that have been better for everyone?
Economists have used their monetary methodologies to work out how visiting a therapist affects labour income.
Why are humans the only animals with chins?