Is it aliens? Why that’s the least important question about interstellar objects
On October 29, Comet 3I/ATLAS reached its closest point to the Sun. This point, known…
‘Supervised’ self-driving cars are here – and Australia’s laws aren’t ready. Here are 3 ways to fix them
In September, US electric car maker Tesla rolled out a semi-autonomous driving feature it describes…
How the physics of baseball explains Blue Jay Kevin Gausman’s signature pitch
There are few sports more exciting than playoff baseball, but behind every pitch there is…
What archaeology tells us about living and working in space
The International Space Station is one of the most remarkable achievements of the modern age.…
How teen friendships may predict self harm
Most of us know what it’s like to be a teenager at school – and…
Stem cells sound magical, but they’re not all created equal. Here’s what you need to know
Most people have heard of stem cells. They are often described as “miracle” cells –ones…
Where did the first people come from? The case for a coastal migration from southern Africa
The origins and migrations of modern humans around the world are a hot topic of…
What is DNS? A computer engineer explains this foundational piece of the web – and why it’s the internet’s Achilles’ heel
When millions of people suddenly couldn’t load familiar websites and apps during the Amazon Web…
How flowers, trees and other botanical motifs honor those buried beneath
If you visit a cemetery, look closely and you’ll likely notice many flowering plants –…
6 ways to give your dog a richer life, from ‘sniffaris’ to sensory gardens
While we are captivated by a vivid sunset and breathtaking views, dogs have their noses…