Month: June 2025

UK funds controversial climate-cooling research

This issue divides climate academics more than almost any other.

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Why Hulu’s The Handmaid’s Tale failed as feminist television

Hulu’s adaptation misrepresents the themes of Atwood’s biting feminist dystopia.

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Rosemary has been linked to better memory, lower anxiety and even protection from Alzheimer’s

Rosemary isn’t just for roast potatoes. It may also support memory, protect brain cells and help fight inflammation — even showing promise in Alzheimer’s research.

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Reform leads in voting intentions – but where does their vote come from?

The rising popularity of Nigel Farage’s party is an unprecedented threat to the major parties.

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A new observatory is assembling the most complete time-lapse record of the night sky ever

The Vera C. Rubin Observatory will capture enough detail to see a golf ball from 25km away.

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Why the global tax system needs fixing – podcast

Listen to the first part of The 15% solution – two episodes from The Conversation Weekly podcast exploring plans to reform the global tax system.

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Damien Hirst at 60: a genius who never stops stretching our understanding of art and life – or a tired trickster ruined by his riches?

On the eve of Damien Hirst’s 60th birthday, two philosophers of art explore the true value of the ‘world’s richest artist’.

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Children need the freedom to play on driveways and streets again – here’s how to make it happen

Finding ways to encourage children to play in places such as driveways, courtyards and on their streets can help with their independence in the outdoors.

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Dry mouth, bad breath and tooth damage: the effects Ozempic and Wegovy can have on your mouth

These annoying side-effects could potentially cause permanent damage to your teeth.

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We mapped 18,000 children’s playgrounds and revealed inequality across England

Our maps show some kids have nearer, bigger playgrounds than others.

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