Four ways that fossils are part of everyday life
South Africa boasts some of the best fossil records on Earth. Fossils are found in…
Superstitious behaviours in hockey fans and players increase during the playoffs
As the Toronto Maple Leafs recently limped to a third straight defeat to the Florida…
Car thieves are using increasingly sophisticated methods, and most new vehicles are vulnerable
Car theft is on the rise, according to AA Insurance Services. Worryingly, thieves are increasingly…
Ffossilised giant zebra tracks found in South Africa
Tens of thousands of years ago, a huge horse species walked, trotted and galloped across…
Is exercise really good for the brain? Here’s what the science says
The health benefits of physical activity are undeniable. Yet, a recent study based on data…
How to find fulfilment later in life
Retirement can feel like a strange time for many people. Gone is the routine of…
Archaeology shows how hunter-gatherers fitted into southern Africa’s first city, 800 years ago
Where the Limpopo and Shashe Rivers meet, forming the modern border between Botswana, South Africa…
How your mindset can make healthy food more alluring on social media
In today’s world, our diets are often packed with fats and sugars. Our ancient instinct…
How artificial photosynthesis may be key to sustained life beyond Earth
Life on Earth owes its existence to photosynthesis – a process which is 2.3 billion…
Livestock are threatened by predators – but old-fashioned shepherding may be an effective solution
Carnivores like leopards, lions and hyenas have been killing livestock for centuries, causing financial losses…