science
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Air pollution now major contributor to stroke, global study findsScientists say finding is alarming, and shows that harm caused by air pollution to the lungs, heart and brain has been underestimated
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Flores fossil discovery provides clues to 'hobbit' ancestorsResearchers find what appear to be predecessors of tiny humans whose bones were first unearthed on Indonesian island in 2004 -
'Elephant Man' skeleton deserves Christian burial, say campaignersVictorian celebrity’s remains should be returned to home town of Leicester, says descendant of one of his managers -
Another first for Tim Peake as he gets award in space from QueenBritish astronaut is companion of order of St Michael and St George and dedicates it to team who make his mission possible
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Suncatcher: the road to a solar powered global transport network – videoThe world is covered in over 64 million kilometres of road networks. What if this network could act like solar panels, and what if we could drive our vehicles with the energy generated by this?
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Scientists are every bit as human as Simon JenkinsJenkins’ broadsides against scientists have become repetitive. It’s time for him to get serious about science, and we scientists can help. I’ll even buy him a pint
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New technology reveals hidden cities in the Angkor region – videoArchaeologists in Cambodia have discovered numerous medieval cities in the Angkor region of Cambodia
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Revealed: Cambodia's vast medieval cities hidden beneath the jungleExclusive: Laser technology reveals cities concealed under the earth which would have made up the world’s largest empire in 12th century
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key issues
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SpaceSpaceBlazing star of the Northern CrownStarwatch High above Mars and Saturn in the increasingly twilit night sky is a fiery star that could blow at any time
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BiologyBiologyAre DIY gene-testing kits a good idea?Over-the-counter tests have made it easy to screen yourself for serious illnesses such as cancer and diabetes. But there are no cures for most hereditary conditions
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PsychologyPsychologyHands: What We Do With Them – and Why by Darian Leader – reviewLeader argues that humankind’s progress can be explained via our most dexterous limb in this fascinating, if frustrating book
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Miracle cures demand tough questions of journalists as well as scientistsLetters: Replacing blind trust in science with scrutiny is a great idea. Presenting all scientific claims as equally dodgy is a recipe for ill health
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The cancer drugs in your bathroom cabinetResearchers have had promising results treating tumours with everyday medicines. So why aren’t the big pharma companies investing in trials?
in depth
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Are DIY gene-testing kits a good idea?Over-the-counter tests have made it easy to screen yourself for serious illnesses such as cancer and diabetes. But there are no cures for most hereditary conditions
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opinion
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12 June is Hug a Climate Scientist Day. We’ll be celebrating by hugging lots of scientists (or a nearby friend or pet) and sharing the photos hereIt's First Dog on the Moon's Hug a Climate Scientist Day (Week) – share your photos
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It’s time society discussed the ethical issues raised by the gene revolutionThe profound, transformative implications of new gene editing techniques require open, public debate
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pictures & video
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Tim Peake: 'I miss the rain' ahead of return to Earth – videoBritish astronaut Tim Peake says it will take several months to fully adjust to life back on earth
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Nasa cameras capture fireball lighting up Arizona sky – videoA 5ft wide meteor weighing a few tonnes entered Earth’s atmosphere over Arizona early Thursday morning lighting up the pre-dawn sky
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Stephen Hawking on EU referendum: ‘Britain risks being isolated’ – videoProfessor Stephen Hawking makes the case for why Britain staying in the EU is important for our security and economy
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Onboard camera shows SpaceX Falcon 9 successfully landing from space – videoRemarkable footage shows the rocket returning to Earth from space and successfully landing on a drone ship in the Atlantic Ocean.
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Zoo news: this month's animal antics from round the globe - in picturesA collection of zoological wonders from May 2016, featuring brave new rhinos, brand new pandas, engineering earthworms and more
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It’s time for drastic action on drug-resistant microbesThe long-awaited O’Neill Review on Antibiotic Resistance paints a sobering, dystopian picture of our future. Jenny Rohn asks what we are doing about it
Milky Way no longer visible to one third of humanity, light pollution atlas shows