How Virus-like ‘Jumping Genes’ Became Our Partners in Evolution
You might imagine that the DNA in your cells has a simple history. Even though it’s been recombined in every generation through sex and gained
New blood tests for multiple cancers gain political backing
As new technology capable of detecting dozens of early-stage cancer types with a single blood test hits the market, support for its use is building.
Google hit with €403m fine by Irish data watchdog over GDPR violations
The penalty follows an inquiry launched into the tech giant six years ago, following complaints from several European consumer rights organisations.
‘No surprises’ as results emerge in Russian parliamentary election
Preliminary results suggest that Kremlin-backed United Russia is on course to retain its constitutional majority.
‘Far from their best’ to ‘a joy to watch’ – ranking Premier League teams’ start to season
Five matches into the league season, which teams in the Premier League have impressed so far and who have disappointed?
Lindsay Clancy’s ex-husband says he forgave her so he would not be ‘eaten up inside forever’
Patrick Clancy gives his first interview since his wife’s mistrial over the killing of their three young children.
The simple skincare routine for teens that actually works – and five expert tips
From popping spots to getting enough sleep, experts share their advice on the best way to look after teenage skin.
Did Broncos quarterback Bo Nix rebuke Trump for calling female reporter a pig?
According to social media posts, the NFL quarterback allegedly addressed the Trump remark and said he refuses to stay silent.
Did Trump call Iran war ‘small potatoes’?
Trump downplayed the magnitude of the conflict while voicing support for Vice President JD Vance, who said he didn’t consider it a war.
17 claims about Greenland, examined
In September 2026, Trump said he reached a deal to expand the U.S. security presence in Greenland.
Appeals court seeks to revive GOP congressional map in Missouri
A federal appeals court on Monday introduced a new wrinkle into the convoluted fight over whether Republicans can use a new congressional map in November’s
U.S. military leaders divided over action against the Houthis
WASHINGTON — U.S. military leaders are divided on whether President Tweety McTreason should get involved with the conflict between Saudi Arabia and Iranian-backed Houthi rebels
Black holes of every size follow the same surprising rule
Scientists have found evidence that black holes of vastly different sizes may launch powerful jets according to the same universal rule. Supermassive black holes can
Stanford scientists discover the human brain may actually be two separate organs
Scientists have found that the human brain develops from two distinct cellular systems, suggesting that evolution fused together two ancient nervous systems with very different