Everyday science
Physics, chemistry and biology are your "big three", but there are so many more branches of science, including the formal sciences, natural sciences and social sciences. They're all here, and you can rely on us to put the 'fun' in fundamental science for you.
How to crack the subtle body language of liars
Online influencers claim subtle, non-verbal cues expose when a person is lying. But how much do gestures, eye contact and arm positioning really reveal?
Clocks change UK 2025: When do they go forward and why?
Here we go again – time to sacrifice sleep in the name of sunshine
Daylight savings time is bad for our health. Here’s what to do about it
How to adjust to losing an hour of sleep.
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?
The 17 worst ideas of the 21st century (so far)
Sorry, Google Glass
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
Are cats liquid?
Cats take a unique approach to small spaces, even if they shouldn't really fit
7 evidence-based steps proven to create a happier, healthier home
New building regulations are intended to future-proof the country’s new housing stock. But what can we do to make the nation’s existing housing more efficient, more environmentally friendly and better to live in?
This article is scientifically proven to improve your willpower
Scientists are discovering there are some mind tricks that can take your powers of self-control to the next level…
International Women's Day | 22 pioneering women in science you really should know about
We’ve all heard of the likes of Ada Lovelace, Rosalind Franklin and Marie Curie, but there are many more famous women in STEM that deserve your attention.
Daylight Saving Time 2025: The reason behind the US clock change, explained
Why do we have to change the clocks and who's idea was it originally?
4 ridiculously easy ways to upgrade your pancakes, according to science
Whether you’re going fluffy or thin, these easy science hacks will take your pancake game to the next level.
The two numbers that could solve maths' biggest mysteries
It’s one of modern mathematics’ most challenging problems. How close are we to solving the Mandelbrot set’s final obstacle?
What are the best preserved Ice Age animals
Frozen in time, these prehistoric animals offer an astonishing glimpse into the past.
I'm a neuroscientist. Here's the surprising truth about TikTok 'brain rot'
A recent study suggests bingeing short-form videos is bad for your grey matter.
Eating more polyphenols could be the secret to a longer, healthier life. Here’s how
They could help lower your risk of cancer.
What exactly do water filters filter out?
They don’t necessarily remove all contaminants.
It’s time to change your relationship with dopamine
Going on a ‘dopamine detox’ probably isn’t going to boost your mood and focus.
Why do polar bears have black skin?
It doesn't quite sound right, but its true.
What is Mexico's Zone of Silence
It's an area filled with bizarre plants and animals.
Are hangovers hereditary?
You might have done the damage but why not blame your parents too?
How many fathers are unknowingly raising children that aren't theirs?
A surprisingly common issue that is occurring around the world.
You can be declared dead, but can you be declared alive?
Being declared dead when you're still alive is a rather sticky situation.
What's the strongest acid in the world?
10 quadrillion times more acidic than sulphuric acid, this is the acid to look out for.