Peers vote for the UK to remain in Euratom until a post-Brexit replacement deal is in…
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Stephen Hawking’s ashes to be interred near Sir Isaac Newton’s grave
The scientist's remains will be also be interred close to Charles Darwin's grave at Westminster Abbey.
UK will lead European exoplanet mission
A telescope to study planets beyond our Solar System is selected by the European Space Agency.
Japanese basket pattern inspires new material
Researchers produce a metal with exotic electrical properties by mimicking a pattern from Japanese basket-weaving.
Meet the dogs being trained to sniff out looted ancient treasures
Dogs are being trained to detect ancient treasures in an attempt to tackle cultural heritage trafficking.
Last male northern white rhino dies in Kenya
Sudan died in a Kenyan conservancy at the age of 45, after months of ill health.
Children drawing more women in science
A US study shows that more children draw women scientists than they did in the 1960s…
Northern white rhino: Last male Sudan dies in Kenya
Sudan's death at the age of 45 leaves only two females of his subspecies alive in…
Macular degeneration: ‘I’ve been given my sight back’
Two patients have had pioneering stem cell therapy to restore their vision.
Toxic task
The organisation keeping track of the deadly chemicals held by countries around the world.