Month: June 2025

How to Train Your Dragon: refreshed visuals don’t save this remake’s hackneyed American exceptionalism

The differences between live action and animation are not as pronounced as might be expected in films made 15 years apart.

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The big Musk v Trump break-up: what the polls say about who the public thinks won

The Musk v Trump media battle went very public, but polls just after the scrap showing that Americans felt more favourably towards the president than Musk.

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Cash for sharks: the unintended consequences of paying fishermen to release sharks caught in their nets – podcast

Listen to conservation scientist Hollie Booth explain what happened when fishermen in Indonesia were paid to release sharks caught up in their nets.

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More free school meals is a start – here’s what would really address child poverty

If the government is serious about tackling child poverty, their policy choices need to include the abolition of the two-child limit on benefits.

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Anxiety is the most common mental health problem – here’s how tech could help manage it

Devices that deliver mild, constant electrical current can alter our brain activity.

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Four ways you can feel empowered as a plus-size traveller this summer – according to experts

Travelling isn’t always comfortable for plus-size people, but you shouldn’t deny yourself the joy of exploration because of that.

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Trump’s clash with California governor over LA protests has potential to influence next presidential race

The Trump v California governor battle is likely to cement or undermine long-term public support for one of them. It’s not yet clear which.

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How toxic are softgel capsules?

What you should know about phthalates in softgel medications and supplements.

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E-bikes are becoming e-waste – here’s how to reduce the environmental cost

Electric bike batteries can be particularly dangerous and tricky to dispose of.

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Spending review delivers big boosts for health and defence – but Rachel Reeves is focused on investment

The chancellor’s choices need to deliver economic growth – otherwise cuts to public services could be on the horizon.

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