Q&A
Is it good for my brain to avoid the news from time to time?
It's easy to get sick of a 24-hour news cycle of war, climate crises and economic turmoil. Here's how a break will help your mental health – and gut
When does a runner's high kick in?
Running feels like a drug – here’s the molecule that explains why
Why do I find it so difficult to switch between tasks?
Why are we so bad at multitasking? A neuroscientist explains.
Are satellites burning up in the atmosphere bad for the environment?
Particles released by decaying satellites could be causing an unwanted, harmful impact to the ozone layer.
Why does drinking alcohol make it so much harder to lose weight?
Downing drinks can trick your body into prioritising alcohol processing, temporarily pausing fat burning
When will the Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies collide?
Every hour, it gets 432,000km closer
How old is Jupiter's Great Red Spot, really?
How old is Jupiter's Great Red Spot? Recent research suggests it may not be as old as you thought.
If everything stopped spinning, would gravity cease to exist?
Yes, including you
What's the weirdest way fish mate?
Note to self: never date an anglerfish
Should I be putting silicone tape on my wrinkles?
Yes, we're serious
If a worm was cut lengthways. would it regenerate?
Inside the strange science of animal regeneration
What happens when you stop vaping?
Quitting isn’t easy – but your body starts to heal within days
How old is the Universe, really?
We might not know when the Big Bang actually was
This Tully monster mystery keeps getting weirder
Step aside, Loch Ness Monster
The great cold head myth: Where you really lose your body heat from
We've all heard it before, but is this a myth or a truth to live by?
How can I burn more calories when I'm walking? | Here's how to burn more calories when walking
These simple tricks can help you to burn the most calories from a walk
Should I be eating leftover carbs as I get older? | The secret super carb: How 'resistance starch' can transform your gut health
Whatever age you are, this group of foods is a must in your diet
Are cats liquid?
Cats take a unique approach to small spaces, even if they shouldn't really fit
What actually causes depression in the brain?
Depression is more complicated than you might think
This bizarre spiked mammal is basically a real-life Pokemon
I choose you, lowland streaked tenrec
Which generation is the most hypersensitive?
The answer isn't quite as simple as you might think.
Could we really build a space elevator?
A quick way to get to space, but are space elevators really possible?
What are the best preserved Ice Age animals
Frozen in time, these prehistoric animals offer an astonishing glimpse into the past.
How long does it really take to fall in love? Here’s what science says
Certain animals can form lifelong bonds in a single day. But what about humans?