Q&A

Would I be healthier if I moved next to a golf course?
Living near a golf course might improve your access to greenery, but all that grass has a dark side

Could there be a time particle?
It's all wibbly, wobbly, timey, wimey stuff

What do clubbed fingers mean?
Clubbed fingertips might be nothing to worry about, or they could be a warning sign of a serious disease
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Why does my eyelid randomly twitch?
Your twitchy eyelid might be irritating, but it's probably nothing to worry about. Here's why

Can animals play video games?
From dolphins to pigs: Inside the surprising world of nature's gamers

This ancient blue-blooded sea creature has saved countless human lives
But now the race is on to save them from extinction

Should we be getting banana facials?
While TikTok influencers extol its virtues, this is what the experts think of the banana facial

In an average lifetime, how long do we spend blinking?
Mundane actions, like sitting on the toilet, really add up over the course of an entire lifetime

Can plants count?
Plants can't count exactly like humans do, but scientists agree that they're capable of some very clever things

Is there anything on Earth that could withstand conditions on Mars?
Scientists have conducted a variety of experiments to find out what, if anything, could survive the harsh conditions of Mars

What's the strangest satellite in space?
There are likely over 12,000 artificial objects in orbit around Earth, including some very strange satellites you might not expect to be there

The truth about Borneo's 'vampire squirrel' - and its massive tail
Meet the tufted ground squirrel of Borneo, which has been said to gorge on the hearts and livers of deer and chickens

Why do dogs love to play with trash?
Just like wild wolves, our pampered pups can enjoy playing in and with the foulest-smelling stuff

Why do more perimenopausal women get diagnosed with ADHD?
More perimenopausal women are getting diagnosed with ADHD than ever before

Why do people’s exercise needs vary so much?
Understanding your own needs is the key to effective exercise.

How should you talk to someone who has just lost a loved one?
When a loved one is processing grief, don't assume you know how they feel

Are there any other Stonehenges?
Stonehenge is one of many ancient stone circles dotted around the world, in Japan, Australia and even the US

What will spacesuits of the future look like?
Spacesuits of the future could recycle an astronaut's pee back into drinking water

Could scientists upload an animal brain to a computer?
From tiny worms to cloning yourself, welcome to the weird science of brain uploads

How can I beat compassion fatigue?
If emotional exhaustion is dragging you down, here's what you can do about it

How much will exercise control my blood pressure?
How much exercise do you need to do to help control your blood pressure? A doctor explains the best exercises you can do

How can I find out if I smell?
Nose blindness/olfactory fatigue can make you unaware of your own stink but there might be a way to find if you do smell bad

Can liquids exist in space?
Even the simplest states of matter aren’t safe beyond Earth

What's the best position to sleep in?
A doctor explains what the "best" position to sleep in is. It all depends on your situation