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What’s going on when the Virgin Mary appears and statues weep?
Science or something more? Investigating the supernatural has always been a delicate task in the Catholic Church says Mathew Schmalz, Professor of Religious Studies
August 15, 2025
Five things I wish everyone knew about weight loss
Rachel Woods, an expert in nutrition who doesn't like seeing people blamed for their body size, explains why it can be hard to maintain a healthy weight
August 14, 2025
Is sleeping a lot actually bad for your health?
If you sleep too much it can be hard not to feel confused and worried. But how much sleep do we need? Sleep scientist Charlotte Gupta unpacks the evidence
August 13, 2025
Bluey teaches kids about resilience
Researchers watched 150 episodes of Bluey – they found it can teach kids about resilience for real life explains Bradley Smith
August 12, 2025
Distressed by all the bad news?
Doomscrolling is mentally draining. Here’s how to stay informed but still look after yourself
August 11, 2025
Project helps children learn how to grow a sustainable future for all
Abigail Church explains how an initiative is reinforcing children’s learning about the environment and ensuring sustainable habits are not limited to the classroom
August 10, 2025
Your dog can read your mind
Or "Sort of" says expert Laura Elin Pigott, and remarkably, they can even sniff out emotions
August 10, 2025
The Assassin: pulpy, stylised and laced with dark humour
This new Keeley Hawes drama on Amazon Prime is a milestone for menopause on screen says Beth Johnson
August 9, 2025
Why the hot weather can be tough on testicles
Suffering with 'summer long balls'? Balls like a 'bag of worms'? A health expert explains why
August 9, 2025
The A to K of vitamins: what you need and where to get it
When "superfoods” are relentlessly marketed for their supposed ability to deliver all the nutrients we need, it’s worth asking: which vitamins really are essential?
August 8, 2025