Plastics and human health: what’s at stake in the global treaty talks in Geneva
Lobbyists and petrostates want to avoid a strong focus on human health in the impending global treaty on plastic pollution.
Fear built the nuclear bomb – only trust can ensure it is never used again
If the nuclear bomb was born out of fear, then ensuring it is never used again requires replacing fear with trust.
The hubris arc: how visionary politicians turn into authoritarians
As visionary capacity increases, so does myopia.
What your pet’s poo can reveal about the spread of antibiotic-resistant superbugs
There are numerous documented examples of antibiotic-resistant superbugs being passed from pet to person.
I write James Bond novels – here’s why Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight will bring a crackling new intensity to 007
Knight can give us a Bond who is both iconic and human.
Feeling unstimulated and apathetic at work? You might be experiencing rustout
Rustout can occur when there is a misalignment between professional aspirations and job demands.
Why on Earth is the planet’s day getting shorter?
August 5 was a whole millisecond shorter. Strap in for the full explanation.
How much protein do you really need? Too much or too little can be harmful
Everyone’s putting protein in everything. But is more always better? Let’s weigh it up (and put the whey down).
How selfie parks limit tourism damage to the world’s most ‘Instagrammable’ destinations
Travellers have been killed in search of the perfect shot – selfie parks may be controversial but they should at least keep tourists safe.
Five things I wish people knew about supplements – by a nutritionist
From gummies promising to eradicate cellulite to brain-boosting powders, supplements are big business. But the science is often shaky.