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The large human brain has been thought to result from social demands. But new research challenges this idea.
The return of the US to the top is driven by its strength in economic performance and infrastructure. But it’s mixed results for president Trump.
No mother wants their baby to develop jaundice, but it turns out that they should probably be grateful.
His recent death will lead to some old debates about his work returning – but are they still valid?
Whether you loved him or hated him, his canonical status is beyond question.
There’s a psychological reason why it’s so hard to switch off from the Kardashians – they are master media manipulators.
The diamonds and dollars soon disappear from view.
An expert explains how often you should poo and what it should look like.
Many people feel conflicted about the use of animals in scientific research. But what is actually involved?
Marvel will need to look deeper than basic representation for its future success.
Pregnant women should be reassured that eating fish is good for their baby and is very unlikely to cause autism.
What kind of ‘swiper’ are you? A typology of people who steal from supermarkets at self-service checkouts.
The spectacle of thousands of soldiers gassed to death in France announced to the world that a new class of weapons had arrived.
When the Spanish ambassador to Elizabeth I’s court was implicated in a plot to kill her, he was protected by the fledgling laws of diplomacy.
Shaped light enables deeper imaging of biological samples under the microscope and avoids damage to the tissue.
After Brexit, politicians hope that technology can help us avoid a hard border in Ireland.
Men can also be victims of honour-based violence and more needs to be done to help protect them.
Markets have mobilised feminism to advance political goals and add value.
Many autistic women may be missing out on a diagnosis, new study reveals.
For a full picture of any given situation, we must be able to read it, understand it and anticipate what could happen next.
Men want to have a say in conversations about contraception – but they’re worried about imposing on women’s autonomy.
Two air pollution experts analyse the government’s plan.
At Kīlauea in Hawai'i, a recent volcanic eruption has created some of the most spectacular sights in nature. But also danger for those around it.
Under current EU rules, Britain cannot recreate a railway monopoly. It can, however, follow the lead of other EU countries in bringing more of the rail sector into public ownership.