The bombings have been framed as part of ongoing internal conflict, but Sri Lanka was just the stage for a play that could have been performed anywhere in the world.
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If you thought this was about boring box-ticking chats before you leave school for the last time, think again.
Modern science clashes with the idea that the rise of Homo Sapiens was a fluke.
The real ethical challenge of driverless cars is not deciding how they respond in emergencies – it’s facing up to the failings of human drivers.
A large number of young people are reluctant to accept evolution. How we teach the topic might be a key reason why.
I wanted to see whether this extreme example of a team effort could tell us anything about the workplace.
About one in ten children who have suffered concussion are thought to have long-term problems.
We don’t notice the plant species we’re losing, but we won’t be able to ignore the effect of their loss on our supply of food and medicine.
A new set of ‘Indicators of Integration’ have been launched by the UK government.
This might sound over the top and rather wasteful. But rental wedding dresses are not uncommon.
Manipulating electron spin has heralded everything from iPods to the latest laptops. Stand by for the next paradigm shift.
Clingy behaviour can be narcissistic, too.
Northern Ireland’s youngest constituents politely request that politicians stop whining about Brexit.
Social media is popularising DIY sunscreen.
A scientist explains how global warming is affecting the entire world – from the mountains, to the sea.
Covering subjects from black holes to sleep science, a geophysicist explains his new course.
Relations between the UK and the US haven’t always been that “special”.
Ketamine and other psychedelics are being licensed for medical use – two experts advise how to minimise harm for users.
Sure Start saved the NHS millions of pounds.
After years of work, the JCPOA nuclear deal could be on its last legs.
Thousands of tonnes of lead are dumped in the British countryside each year.
You might think it morbid, but people have many reasons for visiting the sites of battles and disasters.
Taking everyday lessons outside can improve well-being and engagement, yet it is not as used as often as it could be.
Lawyers ask ICC to investigate EU over its policy of deterring migrants from crossing the Mediterrean, the world’s deadliest border.
New research makes the economic case for mangroves.