West Nile virus found in the UK for the first time – what you need to know
Climate change may be opening the door to mosquito-borne viruses in the UK.
Five ways to inspire ocean connection: reflections from my 40-year marine ecology career
Sharing the stories of progress and innovation that show how our patches of the sea are recovering can show what’s possible and inspire further positive action.
Do shorter prison sentences make society less safe? What the evidence says
The prison population is projected to increase to up to 105,000 by 2029 unless changes are made.
‘We are all lumped under one umbrella of hate’: when social attitudes change, what is life like for people who don’t agree?
Academic research on changing social norms relating to gender and sexuality is largely silent on how these changes can affect those who ‘do not agree’.
After 50 successful years, the European Space Agency has some big challenges ahead
The space agency faces major competition from rising space powers such as China and India.
Working women are too often left to deal with endometriosis alone. But big changes could be coming
Left unsupported, endometriosis can bring misery for the women who suffer it – and it can damage their careers and workplace wellbeing.
Why a ‘rip-off’ degree might be worth the money after all – research study
Higher education is about more than just income.
Why Ofcom wants to plug a legal loophole around politicians presenting news
What do audiences really think about impartiality in news presenting?
Just three nights of poor sleep might harm your heart – new study
Sleep deprivation’s silent impact on heart health, according to new research.
Starmer’s winter fuel allowance ‘U-turn’ sets him on a tricky path with backbenchers and voters
In order to convince the public, he should probably go the whole hog.