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Why did humans evolve such large brains? Because smarter people have more friends
Our huge brains help maintain complex social relationships, suggests research.
Here’s what to look out for when politicians promise to spend big on infrastructure
Hey big spender – what will your project actually do for the public?
Callous? Unemotional? Chances are you won’t be losing any sleep over it
People with disruptive behaviour often have poor sleep. But not all...
Large study uncovers genes linked to intelligence
Genetic study finds that the way the nervous system forms and develops might influence intelligence.
Africa’s rainforests are different. Why it matters that they’re protected
It's crucial to know the relationship between biodiversity and carbon storage to assess whether carbon-focused conservation will also protect the most biodiverse forests.
A report says that Mexico is the second-deadliest conflict zone in the world – it’s just not true
The figures have been taken out of context.
Why a landslide victory might actually be a bad thing for Theresa May
The PM should be careful what she wishes for: a large majority isn't always a gift, especially when it comes to foreign policy.
Trump sacking his FBI director is not his Watergate… yet
And the president could learn plenty from the fate of a complacent Richard Nixon.
GPs urgently need training on autism
More than a third of GPs have had no training on autism.
Online security won’t improve until companies stop passing the buck to the customer
If security advice from government agencies doesn't ring true, customers won't take it – which puts us all at risk.
Autistic people can hear more than most – which can be a strength and a challenge
A noisy environment can be hell for a person with autism. On the plus side, they are more likely to have perfect pitch than a non-autistic person.
Study of one-handed people reveals how the brain adapts after losing a body part
Study shows that multiple body parts can make use of the brain's 'hand area' in people with only one hand.
The toxic air in Britain’s cities demands urgent action – not legal delays
But the most effective measures will be unpopular.
Bittersweet feeling as Cassini mission embarks on its ‘grand finale’ ahead of death plunge
One of the most successful space exploration missions of all time still has a lot left to uncover.
Comfort eating is triggered by nurture, not nature
New research reveals why some people use food to soothe their emotions.
The four factors that decide how we feel about income inequality
We get angry about pay disparities, but the complex nature of executive salaries makes it hard to know where to start.
How we discovered that a common antibiotic may be able to treat post-traumatic stress disorder
A cheap antibiotic may help prevent the formation of fearful memories.
What makes powerful people tick
People in power often come across as more interesting than others. But they can be aggressive if their ego is threatened.
Here is what makes some writing ‘world leading’
The conditions for originality in a piece of writing.
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