South Korea had martial law for 6 hours. Why did this happen and what can we expect now?
South Korea has been a stable democracy since the 1980s, but the country was plunged into a short-lived, but severe, ...
The genetic risk of depression is a stronger predictor of heart problems in women than men: new research
Women with a higher genetic risk of depression are more likely to develop heart disease – even if they’ve never had a ...
Australia boasts some of the world’s most stunning beetles. Look out for these 5 beauties this summer
Summer is a great time to go beetle-watching in Australia. By protecting these dazzling insects, we can ensure they survive ...
Chatbots won’t help anyone make weapons of mass destruction. But other AI systems just might
Dual-use’ AI systems for scientific research might also help nefarious actors create chemical or biological weapons.
NZ is consulting the public on regulations for puberty blockers – this should be a medical decision not a political one
Puberty blockers don’t necessarily result in a measurable effect at the time they are taken. The main impact is seen when ...
Microsoft, TikTok and AI are ‘disrupting’ book publishing. But do we want their effortless art?
New, tech-driven developments, including new imprints by Microsoft and BookTok’s ByteDance, promise to make book publishing ...
Payal Kapadia’s ‘All We Imagine As Light’ disrupts popular narratives of Mumbai
All We Imagine as Light’ disrupts popular notions of Mumbai and showcases the struggles and isolation migrants face in the ...
Putin’s nuclear threats aim to scare the west – but Ukraine’s allies are now calling his bluff
The outgoing Biden administration recently reversed a ban on Ukraine’s use of long-range missiles to strike targets inside ...
Conclave: tight thriller about Vatican power politics chimes with a year of elections
An exceptional performance from Ralph Fiennes, a heritage setting, plus Vatican scandal and intrigue make this an outstanding ...
Why your personality might be affecting your salary – and how it shapes the gender pay gap
Recognising the role of personality traits in shaping wages offers a new lens for understanding the gender pay gap. It shifts ...
How home fragrances can impact indoor air quality – and your health
Products like scented candles, air fresheners and incense sticks may mask unpleasant odours and improve the smell of indoor ...
Deep seabed mining: Bad for biodiversity and terrible for the economy
Deep seabed mining is already controversial because of inherent environmental and biodiversity risks. A new study shows that ...