Koalas nearly went extinct before humans arrived, DNA study reveals
A major DNA study has rewritten the koala's evolutionary story, revealing that the species suffered a dramatic population collapse about…
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Scientists tested 39 sweeteners and found unexpected gut effects
A large laboratory study found that many commonly used sweeteners can directly change the growth of gut bacteria. Researchers identified…
Scientists built a camera that can track invisible particles in 3D
A new particle detector called PLATON could replace millions of tiny detector components with a single block of light-producing material.…
Curlew chicks released to boost species numbers
Curlew Country is hoping to improve the birds' chances by making sure they get the best start.
New “living plastic” self-destructs in just 6 days without leaving microplastics
Researchers have created self-destructing living plastic that uses engineered bacteria to completely break itself down when activated. The material degrades…
This sugar-coated therapy boosted survival against deadly brain cancer by 50% in mice
A new experimental treatment may have found a way to outsmart glioblastoma’s toughest defense: the blood-brain barrier. Researchers used sugar-coated…
Leaky pipes may explain years-long bay pollution
The Environment Agency has rated Cullercoat's water quality as "poor" since 2018.
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What’s the point of having a treaty banning nukes in space if we can’t spot them?
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What’s the point of having a treaty banning nukes in space if we can’t spot them?
Watch: Flood waters surge in Texas after huge rainstorms
The deluge prompted evacuations and water rescues in the same region where 25 children and two counsellors at Camp Mystic…
Nature reserve declared to coincide with King’s visit
A stretch of sand dunes will receive the highest statutory protections as a national nature reserve.
This ancient sea worm has “bio-metal” jaws unlike anything scientists have seen
An ancient sea worm may hold the secret to a whole new category of natural materials. Its jaws combine proteins…