Chalk-stream salmon could become an official sub-species
Chalk-stream salmon should be officially classified as a sub-species, new research suggests. Scientists from the University of Exeter and INRAe...
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Earth Day 2026: Hello, World: The Pre-History of ‘Views from Nowhere’
By Professor Jason David Hall Just in time for this year’s Earth Day (22 April), we have a reminder of...
Democratic oversight of new government ‘War Book’ key to ensuring support
The country’s new 'War Book' must be subject to democratic accountability to ensure any new powers are just, effective and...
Voters should expect more candidates and longer ballots in 2026 local elections, analysis shows
Voters heading to the polls in the 2026 local elections in England should expect to again see more candidates and...
Global mycology community calls to combat drug‑resistant fungi
Fifty researchers from across the world have joined forces to create a new five-step plan to protect vulnerable patients from...
Exclusive breastfeeding linked to long-term changes in marks on DNA, found in blood
Babies who are exclusively breastfed for at least three months carry markers in their blood that differ from babies who...
Pioneering work begins to help young people sit GCSEs to tackle the South West’s “NEET” crisis
A pioneering project led by educational experts to tackle the South West’s “NEET” crisis will allow young people not in...
Birds that put more energy into parenthood age faster
Birds that put more energy into parenthood age faster and die younger, new research shows. Scientists selectively bred Japanese quails...
Plants growing higher across Himalaya as climate warms
Plants are growing higher up mountains across the Himalayan region, new research shows. The study – led by the University...