Professor Michael Branney, a volcanologist at the University of Leicester, has warned that Yellowstone could erupt at any time – with potentially catastrophic consequences Every year, millions of visitors flock to Yellowstone National Park to get a glimpse at one…
Researchers at Cardiff University suggest the new T-cell offers hope of a “one-size-fits-all” cancer therapy A newly discovered type of killer immune cell has raised the prospect of a “universal” cancer therapy, scientists say. Researchers at Cardiff University suggest the…
The beautiful image was taken by photographer Petr Horalek in Slovakia during the peak of the shower earlier this month A stunning photo of the Quadrantid Meteor Shower alongside the constellation Orion has been featured as NASA ’s Astronomy Picture…
The graves were unearthed at the site in Somerton, and are believed to belong to ‘high-status’ Romans Builders working on a new school in Somerset were in for a surprise when they stumbled across the graves of 50 Roman slaves.…
Researchers at the University of Kansas have developed a male birth control gel, and are seeking willing couples to try it In news that will come as music to the ears of many women, scientists have developed a male birth…
The asteroid, dubbed 2009 BH2, will make a close approach with Earth at around 14:29 GMT today An asteroid that’s twice as big as London’s iconic Big Ben is set to zip past our planet today, according to NASA .…
Researchers found that men taking fish oil pills had better sperm, healthier hormone levels and bigger testicles Taking fish oil pills daily could give men bigger testicles, new research suggests. Researchers found those taking the supplement had better sperm, healthier…
Tiny-but-tough tardigrades aren’t as indestructible as previously believed. These microanimals, which live in both fresh and salt water, are famous for their ability to survive extremes that would kill other organisms. But new research finds that the creatures rapidly wilt…
A new study has revealed that cats are happy to feast on dead bodies, meaning that if you die, your pet cat could eat you They’re one of the most popular pets in the UK, but if you have a…
Doctors have warned against the practice, which can lead to a range of complications including ulcers and abnormal menstruation While tobacco is usually associated with smoking, a worrying trend has seen some women putting tobacco in their vaginas in the…
Entomologist Phil Torres has captured unbelievable footage of a spider spinning an intricate version of Stonehenge, called ‘Silkhenge’ It’s one of the the UK’s most famous landmarks, and now Stonehenge has been recreated – by a spider. Entomologist Phil Torres…
While previous research suggested that volcanic eruptions were responsible for the dinosaurs’ demise, a new study indicates that this isn’t the case Volcanic activity did not kill off dinosaurs, scientists have said, based on an analysis of marine fossils. Instead,…