Breathtaking new map of the X-ray Universe

A new Russian-German space observatory produces the most detailed ever all-sky image seen in X-rays. …

New evidence of virus risks from wildlife trade

Animals sold in markets and restaurants in Southeast Asia harbour multiple coronaviruses, study shows. …

Dark matter hunt yields unexplained signal

The Xenon 1T experiment may have found signs of a previously undetected dark matter particle. …

Mystery egg likely belonged to giant sea reptile, scientists say

The football-like fossil has puzzled scientists since it was found in Antarctica almost a decade ago. …

Blowing bubbles: Soapy spheres pop pollen on fruit trees

Japanese researchers succeed in fertilising pears using pollen carried on a soap bubble. Click…

DNA study reveals Ireland's age of 'god-kings'

A genetic survey of ancient remains from Ireland reveals the existence of a Stone Age social…

UK-US sign agreement on space launch technology

Britain and America ease the path that will allow US companies to launch rockets from the…

How Elon Musk aims to revolutionise battery technology

Could the least exciting bit of Elon Musk’s empire end up being the most transformative? …

Giant space chamber installed in Oxfordshire

UK satellite manufacturers will soon have the use of one of the biggest test vessels in…

How our brains are processing the pandemic

Self-isolation, job loss and fear of Covid-19 are just some factors affecting our mental health. …