Selfish chromosomes hijack Overdrive gene to eliminate rival sperm
A new University of Utah-led study has discovered the mechanism behind a decades-old evolutionary mystery-how “selfish chromosomes” cheat the rules of genetic inheritance.
Study highlights benefits of specialist resource centers for autistic pupils
Specialist resource centers (a form of ‘Inclusion Base’) within mainstream secondary schools may be linked to stronger academic progress, improved attendance, and a greater sense
US embassy in Venezuela reopens as Trump pushes for access to resources
Trump administration has pressed the interim Venezuelan government for concessions on issues such as oil access.
Iran warns UAE ports and ‘American hideouts’ are targets
An Iranian military spokesperson warned that ports, docks and “American hideouts” in the UAE could be targets.
Is the world ignoring Gaza?
Amid the US and Israel’s war on Iran, we discuss the impact on diplomatic efforts and support for Palestine.
Shimmering Light in Egg Nebula
NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope reveals the clearest view yet of the Egg Nebula. This structure of gas and dust was created by a dying, Sun-like
Gay TikTok star Luke Hamnett tells bullied kids, “It does get easier”
British TikTok sensation Luke Hamnett shot to internet fame during the pandemic, with some ridiculous and very funny videos. Maybe you’ve seen him slapping his
Figuring out why AIs get flummoxed by some games
With its Alpha series of game-playing AIs, Google’s DeepMind group seemed to have found a way for its AIs to tackle any game, mastering games
Google Fiber will be sold to private equity firm and merge with cable company
Google Fiber, now officially called GFiber, is being sold to private equity firm Stonepeak and will be combined with cable-and-fiber firm Astound Broadband to create
Iran war threatens to erase the economic bump from bigger tax refunds
Americans are poised to receive bigger refunds when they file their taxes this year than they did in 2025, due to changes in the tax
German philosopher and social critic Jürgen Habermas dies at 96
One the most influential thinkers in post-war Germany, he linked philosophy and political action throughout his life.
Cuban protesters ransack Communist office as energy crisis deepens
Discontent is mounting over rolling blackouts and shortages of food, fuel and medicine, exacerbated by a US blockade.
Treasure hunter freed from prison after refusing to turn over shipwreck gold
Tommy Thompson spent more than a decade in prison after refusing to disclose the whereabouts of 500 missing gold coins.