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What's the world's tallest snowman?
It's only a few metres shorter than the Statue of Liberty.
I’m a neuroscientist. Here's how gambling can change your brain
We now know that gambling can be as addictive as drugs, but there are factors that can make it even harder to quit.
Here's the best way to prevent depression in retirement: new study
Several factors – including your income and marital status – can influence depression in later life.
It's time we rethink fibroids, the silent epidemic affecting 70% of women
Despite their prevalence, awareness of these potentially harmful growths is shockingly low.
This ‘internet of animals’ could unlock the secrets of nature’s greatest superpowers
Scientists are using electronic tags and satellites to track wild animals and build a data network.
This is the most effective way to quit vaping, according to Oxford scientists
Want to kick the habit? A review of research into vaping could help.
How to finally break your procrastination habit, explained by a psychologist
Can't break a pattern of procrastination? Prof Fuschia Sirois explains the scientifically-backed ways to get back on task.
Major immune system breakthrough could mean needle-less vaccines
Your skin may have its own immune system, new research suggests.
What is Hector the Convector?
A unique storm that is punctual with its time, Hector the Convector is one of life's weird occurrences.
Why does time move so slowly when I'm at the gym?
Ever feel like your workouts are going on forever?
Humans are close to getting X-ray vision. It’s an even worse idea than it sounds
Scientists can see a massive flaw in the tech.
Was Amelia Earhart or her plane ever found?
There's been a possible breakthrough in the search for her lost plane.
5 simple ways to prime your microbiome for easier weight loss
You are what they eat, it turns out. So, here are five ways you can feed your gut’s microbes for effective weight loss.
4 simple, science-backed ways to build habits that stick
Baby steps can make a big difference.
How close are we to mass-producing humanoid robots?
Will we ever see a future that matches science-fiction, filled with mass-produced humanoid robots? It's unlikely.
The hidden climate tipping point scientists worry most about
With collapsing ice sheets, loss of the Amazon rainforest, and melting permafrost, key parts of Earth’s climate system are in trouble.
7 biggest lessons on building lasting habits, from a motivational psychologist
Establishing positive new habits is hard at any time of year. But there are ways to stop your attempts ending in failure.
Forget drinking in moderation: Here's why science says abstinence is your best option for a healthier life
Sobering science tells us that no amount of booze is good for our health. So should we rethink the way we drink?
Minimum effort, maximum reward | 6 simple, science-backed changes that will transform your health
Once you turn 30, things go downhill...fast. So says conventional wisdom, anyway. Science, however, says otherwise. With a few small changes, you can make a big difference to the way you feel.
Here’s how little exercise you need to actually make a real difference
New studies suggest just a few minutes of exercise a day can dramatically improve your health and longevity.
Dry January: The ultimate science-backed guide to finally giving up alcohol
Need help getting through the month? Science can help.
Top 8 hottest peppers in the world 2025
The very spicy science behind some of the world's most dangerous peppers.
What is a collapsed narcissist?
A certain type of narcissist carries extra risk with a rage not seen elsewhere.
This very goofy fish is a certified freak, according to science
The ocean sunfish is a funny-looking guy. But that isn't even the weirdest thing about him.