Astronauts' Brains Change Shape After Space Travel
New research shows astronauts' brains physically shift within the skull after space missions. The changes, which partly persist, raise questions for future long-term space exploration.
New research shows astronauts' brains physically shift within the skull after space missions. The changes, which partly persist, raise questions for future long-term space exploration.
The government's new 'day one' paternity leave rights are a welcome change, but campaigners warn unpaid leave is a critical flaw. We examine the gaps and what real reform looks like.
Ready for a brain workout? Dive into the intricate logic of The Guardian's Hard Sudoku puzzle 7168. Test your skills and see if you can conquer this classic number challenge.
Groundbreaking research reveals the brain's final 'life recall' activity at death, with patterns similar to dreaming. Discover the science behind near-death experiences and what it means for our understanding of life's end.
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Ready for a brain workout? Dive into this week's medium-difficulty Sudoku puzzle, number 7166. A perfect mental challenge for puzzle enthusiasts across the UK.
Daughter of Scotland and Man Utd legend Gordon McQueen tells inquest he believed heading the ball led to his vascular dementia. Read the full story on the growing evidence linking football to brain injury.
Moira Dingle's life implodes as she is arrested on suspicion of human trafficking in Emmerdale. With Cain's brain tumour diagnosis and a body buried on her land, her future looks bleak. Read the full spoilers.
Ready for a brain workout? Dive into today's medium-difficulty Sudoku puzzle, number 7165. A perfect mental challenge to test your logic and focus.
Discover the surprising solution to a logic puzzle celebrating World Logic Day. Find out how rational players Andy, Bea, and Celine end up with 4, 6, and 0 cookies. A fascinating exercise in game theory.
A landmark Australian study reveals intimate partner violence causes lasting brain trauma, with 84.2% of survivors suffering both strangulation and concussion. Learn the urgent need for awareness and specialist care.
Marvel star Evangeline Lilly discloses she has suffered brain damage following a severe concussion in May. The actor shares her diagnosis and recovery journey. Read her full story here.
After his heart stopped for 40 minutes, Patrick Charnley awoke blind with a brain injury. The vivid hallucinations he experienced led him to write a novel and forge a profoundly different, more contented life.
Marvel's The Wasp star Evangeline Lilly shares diagnosis of traumatic brain injury after a serious fall in Hawaii. The actress gives an emotional update on her recovery journey.
Royal Academician Tacita Dean recounts witnessing conceptual artist Ceal Floyer's courageous final work—a defiant gesture towards death—in a Berlin palliative care unit. A story of art, courage, and legacy.
Challenge your mind with the Guardian's first hard Sudoku puzzle of 2026. Can you solve number 7159? Test your logic and concentration skills today.
Test your logic with The Guardian's Sudoku #7157, a medium-difficulty puzzle. Perfect for a daily brain workout. Can you solve it?
Ania Hough's Boxing Day instinct led to a life-saving brain tumour diagnosis for her son Jamie, 8. She urges parents to push for scans if children have persistent headaches.
A 5,700 sq km area in Brazil's north-east is now classified as arid, the country's first. Climate change is accelerating desertification, devastating goat herders' livelihoods. Read the full report.
New research challenges the view that curiosity declines with age, revealing it becomes more targeted. Discover how maintaining broad curiosity can keep our brains young. Listen to the full podcast.
Meet the Australians who spend Christmas Day on the job. From emergency nurses to pilots and zookeepers, discover how they bring festive cheer to their essential roles.
Marks & Spencer's floral appliqué shift dress is now half price at £24.75. Shoppers praise its 'sin-hiding' fit and versatile style for work and parties. Grab the bargain while stocks last.
A gynaecologist reveals the intense physical and neurological reactions, from brain chemistry to muscle spasms, that create the powerful sensation of an orgasm. Discover the surprising effects.
Dr Rachel Visontay explains why women drinking the same as men face greater impairment. Discover the complex effects of alcohol on the brain, from blackouts to long-term risks.
Test your logic with The Guardian's festive Sudoku puzzle #7150, rated medium. A perfect brain-teaser for the holiday season. Can you solve it?
A judge has denied appeals in the rugby brain injury case, putting up to 80% of league and 20% of union claims at risk of being struck out. Read the latest on the legal battle.
Sandy Whitelaw was given 18 months to live with a glioblastoma in 2022. Now, defying the odds, he shares his story of resilience and the support that helped him cherish life. Read his inspiring journey.
Discover the story behind the bestselling 'Killer Sudoku: 1001' book, a phenomenon that has captivated puzzle fans across the UK. Learn why this challenging format is the perfect brain workout.
Tackle the latest hard Sudoku puzzle, number 7145. Sharpen your logic and test your problem-solving skills with this classic brain teaser. Can you solve it?
The Traitors' Charlotte Chilton reveals her terror ahead of major brain surgery for trigeminal neuralgia, fearing her baby daughter Penelope will forget her. Read her emotional story.