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When it comes to death, children’s imagination can sometimes be scarier than reality.
Babies would rather listen to each other than to their parents’ babytalk, according to new research.
A long read on the decimation of British jobcentres – and why it puts the rollout of Universal Credit at risk.
Migrating to Europe changed the immune systems of birds who no longer needed to worry about African diseases.
Suicide rates among UK students have increased by 56% in the last 10 years
How to cut down on toxic chemicals found in common household products.
The wrecks of the German WWI fleet are home to an abundance of biodiverse marine life, now under threat from climate change.
Ever since the shocking spectacle of the Iranian Revolution and hostage crisis, American conservatives have reserved a special disdain for the Islamic Republic.
There are no guidelines for healthcare professionals.
The emotions associated with trends in popular music and lyrics can predict economic sentiment.
Unfortunately, there is no net benefit-ometer for breast cancer screening.
New research confirms a ‘refugee gap’ in employment levels, which is exacerbated if refugees are dispersed around a country.
From Dundee to Dublin, horror spectaculars are springing up like zombies from the dead.
The 50th anniversary of major student unrest was perhaps not the ideal moment to propose controversial higher education reforms.
New research shows there is a direct relationship between central bank interest rate decisions and mental health.
Eurovision Song Contest fandom on social media is giving LGBT issues a global platform.
We may not live in an infinite ‘multiverse’ of parallel universes after all.
The truth about harms on alcohol labels may not be good for the alcohol industry, but it could be good your health.
Asexuality is less about a traditional understanding of sexual attraction and behaviour, and more about being able to discuss likes and dislikes in the early stages of a relationship.
The hostile environment that marginalised people find themselves in serves as a source of constant stress.
Comedy performers suffer more health problems, a new study has found.
In new guidance, students and universities could be banned from censoring controversial speakers on campuses following the first ministerial intervention on free speech in 30 years.
The government should make the most of educational psychologists, who already provide vital front line services.
Iran is a dangerous mischief-maker in the Middle East – but scrapping the nuclear deal will probably make things worse.