Easing back-to-school anxiety
Counsellor Mary Rose Baldacchino gives advice to parents on how to help their children approach school with more confidence
The science behind a freediver’s 29-minute breath hold world record
How did freediver Vitomir Maričić recently hold his breath for a new world record of 29 minutes and three seconds?
My knee is clicking. Should I be worried? Am I getting arthritis?
Jamon Couch and Adam Culvenor discuss noisy knees and explain why you shouldn’t worry about them too much
Astrology’s appeal in uncertain times
Even in modern societies shaped by science, technology and universities many people are still looking to the sky for meaning
Can certain food cravings predict a cancer diagnosis?
It's a compelling idea but modern research presents a more complex picture
When is a good time for a child to start music lessons?
Although it is never too late to learn music, starting music lessons before the age of nine offers a specific benefit parents should keep in mind, an expert says
What makes crypto different to previous failed currencies?
History is full of failed attempts to establish new currencies and shows us that we should be wary of the idea that currency systems always change for the better
Navigating adolescent anxiety
Counsellor Anton Falzon stresses the importance of understanding and supporting teen mental health
Cats get dementia too – here are the eight signs to look out for
By 15 years of age, more than half of cats show signs of dementia and it can be seen in cats as young as 7
Digital platforms and their consequences for democracy
Digital platforms are now the ultimate political power brokers. How does this work and what are the consequences for democracy?