A scientific dispute over methods for detecting microplastics in human bodies risks stalling vital health research. Experts call for a collaborative 'ozone moment' to resolve uncertainties and counter industry doubt. Read more.
Medical experts warn the Australian rollout of OpenAI's ChatGPT Health platform lacks regulation, risking misinformation. Learn why clear guardrails are urgently needed.
Leading researchers challenge high-profile findings of microplastics in human brains and organs, citing potential false positives. Discover what we truly know about plastic pollution and health risks.
Exclusive: Leading scientists challenge recent alarming findings on microplastics in human brains, hearts and blood, citing contamination risks and flawed methods. Discover the 'bombshell' doubts and what it means for public health.
A severe decline in UK research funding is stalling vital medical breakthroughs. Scientists warn of a 'lost generation' of therapies for cancer and dementia. Urgent government action is needed.
Discover five expert-recommended, affordable products to enhance your health and wellbeing this January 2026, from sleep aids to fitness gear, all under £80.
Australia's animal research code faces its first major review in a decade. Key issues include animal sentience, crustacean welfare, and calls to end primate experiments. Have your say by 16 February.
Scientists reveal a new finger-prick blood test for Alzheimer's that can be done at home and posted to a lab, promising to make early detection far more accessible across the UK.
As 2026 begins, a look at the quirky and crucial scientific discoveries we're hoping for, from curing earworms to understanding angry geese. Join the conversation on science's future.
A leading UK AI safety researcher warns rapid advances may outstrip safety preparations, with machines set to outperform humans in key tasks within five years. Read the urgent analysis.
Discover expert-backed strategies for moving beyond passive consumption to create fulfilling, memorable evenings that boost wellbeing, from lino printing to karaoke.
A €1m Picasso watercolour is being raffled for just €100 per ticket to fund Alzheimer's research. The global draw, backed by the artist's grandson, offers a rare chance to own a masterpiece.
A new study reveals why 76% of Brits delay going to the loo, and the serious health consequences, from constipation to long-term bowel issues. Listen to your body.
A new UK rehabilitation scheme uses nutrition and cooking courses to fight alcohol addiction. Participants report better health and sustained sobriety. Read how 'Nourish the New You' is changing recovery.
A third of UK businesses plan AI investment in 2026, but more firms prioritise staff training, highlighting a critical skills shortage. Read the full analysis.
Scientists using AI and blood tests have identified two distinct biological subtypes of MS, paving the way for personalised treatments and better patient monitoring in the UK and beyond.
Fulham's Beau Parker faces a second ACL recovery as Kingston University research, backed by FIFA, investigates why women are 2-7 times more susceptible. Discover the findings.
Louise Cocker has spent 24 years photographing Norfolk gravestones, creating a 615,000-name dataset. Discover how amateur historians are the 'hidden engine room' of UK genealogy.
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.
Amid a global surge in conflicts, the Philippines' 56-year guerrilla war observes a rare annual Christmas ceasefire. Explore this tradition and what it reveals about the fraying world order.
Cambridge researchers create a replica human womb lining, successfully implanting early-stage embryos. This breakthrough could transform our understanding of early pregnancy and miscarriage.
Discover how chefs like Al Chapman and Paddy Rietveld craft comfort food in Antarctica's brutal conditions, boosting morale for isolated research crews with everything from cheese rolls to fortune cookies.
A parent company of secretive quant trading firm G-Research has paid out a staggering £106m in wages to just 49 employees over eight months, accounts reveal. Discover the details of London's high-stakes finance world.
Palestinian author Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah has been cleared of wrongdoing and her suspended $870,000 research grant reinstated. Read the full story on the investigation's conclusion.
New research reveals ageing isn't a slow decline but happens in dramatic bursts. Discover what drives these critical phases and the science that could help counteract them.
Carnaby Street shoppers react to a spicy festive gift idea. New research shows more than 50% of Londoners would consider it. Discover the hilarious and surprising responses.
Avi Krishnan, 13, from Pinner, lives with achromatopsia and sees in shades of grey. He and his family are championing Fight for Sight's Christmas appeal for vital research funding.
Breakthrough gene-editing treatments for rare diseases exist, but costs run to seven figures per patient. Experts warn the current market model is broken, demanding a new social contract for NHS delivery.
A new study reveals Westminster as the UK's loudest area, with high noise complaints and extreme population density driving the score. Discover the full top 10 list.
New research reveals a stark warning for UK accountants: technical prowess alone won't secure career advancement. Discover why communication and leadership are now non-negotiable.