Misinformation: Tech companies are removing ‘harmful’ coronavirus content
The “infodemic” of misinformation about coronavirus has made it difficult to distinguish accurate information from false and misleading advice. The …
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Twitter to ask users to rethink abusive messages
In an effort to reverse the flood of abuse on the platform, Twitter is rolling out a new feature which …
Pest … or snack? June bugs are the ‘croutons of the sky’
Many people grit their teeth in anticipation of the arrival of June bugs. You might already have had your first …
Evolutionary medicine looks to our early human ancestors for insight into conditions like diabetes
Like all living things, humans are the product of a complex evolutionary history. Our ancestors’ environment and diets, and the …
What genetic analysis reveals about the ancestry of South Africa’s Afrikaners
The story of human history is one of migrations over the globe and admixture – the exchange of DNA – …
30 minutes’ exercise won’t counteract sitting all day
It’s recommended we do at least 30 minutes of exercise a day – or 150 minutes a week – to …
Should Japan cancel the Tokyo Olympic games?
As Japan suffers a fourth wave of COVID-19, domestic opposition to the summer Olympic and Paralympic games is mounting. Two …
Israel and the Hamas celebrate a ceasefire
While details are sketchy, Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire. That is good news for everyone involved. …
Stretching can increase your tolerance for pain
To stretch or not to stretch?
Should you do it before or after exercise? Does it prevent or heal injuries? …
Smartwatches are a bigger distraction to drivers than mobile phones
An estimated 73.4 million people will be using wearable technologies in the United States by 2022. Wearables are smart electronics …
Men are from Mars, women are from… Mars?
As behavioural scientists, we have a keen interest in how people make decisions, and particularly how these decisions incorporate a …
No matter how powerful Israel’s military becomes it still can’t win
Israel is the most powerful state in the Middle East. Its military forces may not match the likes of Egypt …
How could a Belgian farmer accidentally move the border with France?
A farmer recently raised the potential for an international incident when he inadvertently redrew the border between Belgium and France…
We’re a step closer to figuring out why mosquitoes bite some people and not others
Mosquitoes contribute to the transmission of life-threatening diseases that include Zika, dengue, chikungunya, Rift Valley fever and malaria. Of these, …
How we proved a Rembrandt painting owned by the University of Pretoria was a fake
The paintings of Dutch master Rembrandt van Rijn are displayed in prestigious art galleries in capital cities around the world.…
Malaria control needs longer lasting repellents. We’re a step closer to finding one
Malaria is one of the leading causes of illness and death around the world. The disease is primarily caused by …
Is natural gas really cheaper than renewable electricity?
…The government wants us to phase out fossil fuels. Yet natural gas is much cheaper for households to buy per
Sitting straight can cause back pain
The need to reduce social interactions as a preventive measure against covid-19 has dramatically enhanced telework. And that has led …
Why do we hate the sound of our own voice?
As a surgeon who specializes in treating patients with voice problems, I routinely record my patients speaking. For me, …
Dating after lockdown: why you shouldn’t expect a summer of love
Over the past year, many single people have patiently waited through what might have seemed like the long, slow death …
Gaza’s enhanced rocket technology challenges Israel’s defences
Gaza militants have launched their “Sword of Jerusalem” rocket war with Israel by firing a symbolic salvo at Jerusalem and …
B16172 Q&A: all you need to know about this SARS-CoV-2 variant
Just as the UK is beginning to reopen, another variant of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, appears to be …
Palestinian-Israeli conflict: everything you need to know
As civilian causalities mount in Gaza, Israeli politicians of all hues must face the stark reality that the Palestinian-Israeli conflict …
Doctors treating trans youth grapple with uncertainty, lack of training
Last month, the Arkansas Senate passed legislation prohibiting medical providers from offering gender-affirming hormones or surgeries to trans youth.
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How to avoid skin damage after months in lockdown
After a winter of lockdown and with coronavirus restrictions beginning to lift across the UK, many will be hoping for …
Adenomyosis causes pain, heavy periods and infertility
Adenomyosis is a condition of the uterus (womb), where the tissue that grows on the lining of the uterus (also …
What is drink spiking? How can you know if it’s happened to you, and how can it be prevented?
Recent media reports suggest drink spiking at pubs and clubs may be on the rise.
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Conflict deepens between Israelis and Palestinians
What’s next in the latest Middle East convulsion? Will a ceasefire between the Hamas militant group in Gaza and Israel …
How the bubonic plague changed drinking habits
Alcohol deaths in England and Wales in 2020 were the highest for 20 years. The Office for National Statistics…
How quickly do we become unfit?
Getting in shape isn’t easy. But after all that hard work, how long do we actually maintain it? Turns out …
Data breaches: how much your personal data is worth to cybercriminals
Data breaches have become common, and billions of records are stolen worldwide every year. Most of the media coverage …
Women wore corsets for form, function and support
Singer Billie Eilish’s new look for British Vogue, in which she trades her baggy clothes for lingerie — most notably …
Israel and the Palestinians are teetering on another war
The latest violence between Israeli and Palestinian forces should come as no surprise. The issue of Palestinian statehood has been …
Credit card fraud: what you need to know
If you are the owner of a credit or a debit card, there is a non-negligible chance that you may …
Reasons to make COVID-19 vaccination mandatory for children
On May 5, Health Canada approved a COVID-19 vaccine for use in children aged 12-15 years. The United States …
China may gain a monopoly on space stations
China launched Tianhe-1, the first and main module of a permanent orbiting space station called Tiangong (Heavenly Palace 天 宫)…
Costumes in period dramas shape our perception
Our version of the present-day royals is carefully constructed and curated. Kept at bay behind a red velvet rope, we …
WhatsApp’s sights are fixed on India
The roll out of WhatsApp’s new privacy policy, which critics warn will lead to more data sharing with its parent …
How dating apps have adapted to COVID-19
The pandemic has challenged and changed how most people date and hookup.
ALSO READ: Parents, for your teens sexual health, …
Teeth prove foreigners fought alongside ancient Greeks
Ancient historians loved to write about warfare and famous battles. While these millennia-old stories still feed modern imaginations – Homer’s …
Domestic abuse isn’t about just physical violence
Three or more U.S. women are murdered every day by their current or former intimate partner.
ALSO READ: Could …
Huawei’s ability to eavesdrop on KPN is a wake-up call
Chinese technology provider Huawei was recently accused of being able to monitor all calls made using Dutch mobile operator KPN. …
Poor sleep linked to inability to focus – new study
The morning after a difficult night’s sleep, it can feel impossible to wake up. You might press the snooze button…
Israel-Palestine conflict: the role of Hamas and Fatah rivalry in latest violence
The deadly escalation of violence across Israel, the West Bank and Gaza, in which at least 40 people have been …
Sexual misconduct in film: intimacy coordination can help
Allegations of serial sexual misconduct by more than 20 women against British actor, director and producer Noel Clarke have revealed …
Type 2 diabetes: sitting can cause problems with blood sugar levels, so get up and move
Many people spend large portions of their day sitting, which can cause a range of health problems. But many …
People look at social media content showcasing fatty food
Life outside our living rooms has been in short supply since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, so it’s no …
COVID-19 during pregnancy poses a low risk to newborns
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been great concern about how to protect the most vulnerable – …
Jerusalem: the politics behind the latest explosion of violence in the Holy City
The recent violence at the al-Aqsa mosque/Temple Mount area and in the Old City of Jerusalem has spiralled into something …
How much sleep do you really need?
Just like eating, drinking or breathing, sleep is an essential part of life.
ALSO READ: Do we really need …