Best Recent Sci-Fi, Fantasy & Horror Books Reviewed
Explore our roundup of the latest must-read science fiction, fantasy and horror novels, including a serial killer thriller, Cornish folk horror, and a centenary collection from Brian Aldiss.
Explore our roundup of the latest must-read science fiction, fantasy and horror novels, including a serial killer thriller, Cornish folk horror, and a centenary collection from Brian Aldiss.
Scientists have successfully rejuvenated human eggs, a discovery that could dramatically improve IVF success rates for older women. Read about this revolutionary fertility advance.
Manchester City are in advanced talks to sign USA midfielder Sam Coffey from Portland Thorns. The move could boost City's WSL title bid. Read the latest transfer news.
Shocking research reveals the Rhine carries thousands of tonnes of toxic waste to the North Sea each year. Discover the findings and the citizen scientists helping to tackle the crisis.
Dr Nancy Perham OBE, a renowned Cambridge cell biologist and fierce advocate for women in science, has died at 89. Discover her groundbreaking career and legacy.
England winger Katie Robinson is set for a surprise transfer to Bristol City, marking a major coup for the ambitious WSL2 side. Get the full story on this significant move.
Once dominant, Scandinavian clubs now lag behind Europe's elite. We analyse the financial and structural gaps, and ask if Nordic women's football can ever compete again.
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.
Leicester City Women are closing in on the signing of experienced full-back Ashleigh Neville from Tottenham Hotspur. The move comes as Spurs reshape their squad with new arrivals. Read the full transfer story.
Discover the science behind the perfect nap. Learn when to nap, for how long, and expert strategies to wake up refreshed, not groggy. Essential reading for better daytime rest.
Leading scientist Kevin Hall, after 21 years at the NIH, exposes diet and exercise myths in a new book. Discover the real science of weight loss and metabolism. Read the full interview.
A fun science quiz tackles children's burning questions, from the red hue of Mars to whether hedgehog spines fall out. Discover the fascinating answers that satisfy young curiosity.
Explore Jacek Dukaj's award-winning novel 'Ice', a dazzling alternate history where the 1908 Tunguska event spawns a sentient freeze. Discover its complex world of frostoglaze, Tesla, and metaphysical intrigue. Read our full review.
Food scientist Natalie Alibrandi explains how precision, not passion, is the key to a flawless turkey, crispy potatoes, and odour-free sprouts this Christmas Day.
Discover how to bring science to your festive table with simple experiments involving sweets, crackers, turkey bones, and ice cream. Experts reveal the secrets of flavour, laughter, and anatomy.
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.
Chelsea Women stormed into the Continental League Cup semi-finals with a stunning 9-1 victory over Liverpool. Johanna Rytting Kaneryd scored a hat-trick in the rout. Read the full match report.
Arsenal will meet Chelsea in the Women's Champions League quarter-finals if they overcome OH Leuven. Discover the full draw and potential paths to the Oslo final.
Sam Kerr's header seals Chelsea's quarter-final spot after comeback win at Wolfsburg. Jess Park fires Manchester United to victory in Turin. Full report.
The final games of the Women's Champions League league stage kick off tonight. Discover which teams will secure a direct quarter-final spot and who faces the playoff round.
The MIT community mourns the shocking shooting death of plasma science director Nuno Loureiro, 47. Police are investigating with no suspect or motive yet released. Read the full story.
James Cameron's 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' delivers stunning visuals but remains a colossal, emotionally vacant epic. The third instalment lands in UK cinemas on 19 December.
Cambridge materials science start-up CuspAI is close to a major funding injection, putting it on track for a $1bn 'unicorn' valuation. Discover how its AI aims to tackle 'forever chemicals'.
England and Chelsea star Hannah Hampton wins the FIFA Best women's goalkeeper award for 2025, completing a remarkable double after her Ballon d'Or win. Discover her heroic year.
Khadija Shaw stars as Manchester City Women secure a 3-0 victory at Leicester, making it nine consecutive WSL wins. Can they finally reclaim the title? Read the full match report.
Vivianne Miedema's late winner seals a crucial 2-1 victory for Arsenal over Liverpool in the Women's Super League. Read the full match report and analysis.
A pivotal 2000 paper claiming glyphosate was safe has been retracted after evidence of Monsanto's influence. Regulators had cited it for years. Read the full investigation.
Discover the top five science fiction novels of 2025, featuring climate crisis masterpieces, cyberpunk adventures, and mind-bending alien encounters. Explore these groundbreaking stories today.
Explore the groundbreaking five-era model of brain evolution and the promising vaccine that could protect against dementia. Listen to the full Science Weekly podcast for more.
FIFA has failed to secure a UK broadcaster for the 2025 Women's Champions Cup, leaving fans in the dark. The news raises serious questions about the commercial strategy for the women's game.