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The Victorians loved smoking. Now we know what it did to their bones
The discovery sheds light on the lives of people of the past – and could also reveal the secrets of present-day crime scenes.
Why you should never take health advice from people aged over 100
How not to become a centenarian.
This simple walking hack can help improve your cardiovascular health
You may want to rethink your daily walking routine.
This simple balance test could reveal your biological age
Balancing on one leg is more than an awkward yoga pose. New research suggests it could reveal how much your body's mechanisms have aged.
This latest record-breaking prime number takes 237 days to read
The world's new largest prime number is over 41 million digits long.
Here's a key way to tell if you have concussion
Shaking your head after an impact could identify up to 33 per cent of undiagnosed concussions.
You've been throwing a frisbee all wrong, new study finds
Science has answered the question on all our minds... what is the best way to throw a frisbee?
Mega-buildings are now slowing Earth’s spin. Here’s what that means for the planet
A huge dam in China is changing how long a day is.
When do the clocks go back in 2024? The real reason behind the UK's time shift, explained
Also: how daylight Saving Time continues to divide the world.
Orionid meteor shower tonight: How to see spectacular shooting stars
One of the most impressive meteor showers is approaching, here's everything you need to know.
Scientists could soon resurrect the Tasmanian tiger. Should we be worried?
The species hasn’t been around since before The Second World War.
Try to guess what these 32 very zoomed in photos are
The Nikon Small World Competition celebrates 50 years of showcasing the amazing work of photomicrographers
October supermoon tonight: How to see 2024's best lunar event
Everything you need to know about this year's Hunter's Moon.
This epic photo shows a comet hurtling past a NASA spacecraft
Images have captured Comet A3 moving through our Solar System, in a once-in-a-lifetime event.
Here’s the hidden obstacle sabotaging every decision you make
You may not realise it, but your brain assumes you know everything – and that could be creating conflict in your life.
Here's how fasting could change your lifespan
Restricting calories could be the best way to slow your rate of ageing – as long as you have the right genes.
These adorable whales were caught doing underwater headstands
The giant animals were also caught 'bubble blasting'.
A satellite collision catastrophe is now inevitable, experts warn
With satellites old and new orbiting alongside each other, serious crashes are very likely.
This strange discovery in space could finally unlock the mystery of dark matter
Researchers on board the International Space Station have detected something unusual going on in interstellar space.
Here's the easiest way to build a better bond with your dog, according to science
When speaking to your dog, you need to think about both what you say and how you say it.
Comet of the century tonight: How to see the stunning celestial event
Burning brighter than expected, you won’t want to miss comet A3.
This mysterious gang of killer whales is hunting down and eating dolphins
The animals were then observed sharing the meat with family members.
We officially have a new shape, say mathematicians
Bye bye, star. See you later, rectangle. Sayonara, parallelogram. Hello, geometric building block with rounded corners.
Drinking bottled water is much worse for you than tap, scientists find
Think bottled water is safer than tap water? Think again.