Scientists search for mysterious ghost particles
Some physicists have long suspected that mysterious 'ghost' particles in the world around us could greatly advance our understanding of the true nature of the Universe. Read more
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We rely heavily on lithium batteries – but there’s a growing array of alternatives
Lithium batteries are very difficult to recycle and require huge amounts of water and energy to produce. Emerging alternatives could be cheaper and greener. Read more
How the abnormal gets normalised – and what to do about it
As we browse the news, it's easy to become desensitised to awful events. Amanda Ruggeri explores the psychology, and the steps you can take to avoid it happening. Read more
MEPs approve world’s first comprehensive AI law
The European Parliament has approved the world's first comprehensive framework for constraining the risks of artificial intelligence (AI). Read more
Antimatter: Scientists freeze positronium atoms with lasers
It's extremely rare and usually exists for just 142 billionths of a second. Read more
How AI is helping the search for extraterrestrial life
There are between 10 and 50 billion potentially habitable worlds in our galaxy, says Bill Diamond. It makes his job rather difficult. Read more
Pioneering European ERS-2 satellite burns up over Pacific
A European satellite that pioneered many of the technologies used to monitor the planet and its climate has fallen to Earth. Read more
Brightest and hungriest black hole ever detected
The most luminous object ever detected has been spied in the distant Universe. Read more
Millions of donkeys killed each year to make medicine
To sell water and make his living, Steve relied completely on his donkeys. They pulled him in his cart loaded with its 20 jerry cans to all his customers. When Steve's donkeys were stolen for their skins, he could no longer work. Read more
More women are thriving in science – does that mean attitudes have changed?
As a woman at the top of my field, I am thrilled to see others rewarded. Their achievements are vital to inspiring more girls to dream big and overcome barriers Read more
