Where did the ancient Greeks and Romans think lightning came from? Hint: not just the gods
Is it any wonder ancient people thought lightning came from the gods? Even today a…
More than a third of online shoppers face issues – News articles
More than a third (35.4%) of online shoppers in the EU reported encountering problems while…
Hundreds of hungry mosquitoes, a student volunteer and a mesh suit helped us figure out how these deadly insects reach their targets
“Four minutes is too long.” Some of Chris Zuo’s itchy results after his session with…
What a gaping hole on a bridge reveals about aging infrastructure in Canada
When a large hole recently opened up in the deck of a bridge in Châteauguay,…
Can’t stop endlessly scrolling? Tips to help you take back control
It’s called the infinite scroll – a design feature on social media, shopping, video and…
Why some people still believe that aliens shaped ancient civilisations
Could ancient humans really have built the pyramids without extraterrestrial help? Or do such questions…
UK leads the world into the quantum age – UKRI
Researchers and businesses will gain access to the world’s most advanced quantum computers, as the…
Researchers develop biodegradable, plant-based packaging from natural fibers – new research
Jie Wu, an engineering graduate student, was studying a type of striking white beetle found…
Crocodiles can have extra growth cycles in a year – why this matters for estimating the age of dinosaurs
In biology and palaeontology (the study of extinct organisms) there are a few ways to…
Should e-bike riders be required to have a driver’s licence?
E-bikes have been increasing in popularity – they make cycling more accessible than ever. However,…