AI, reality and wildlife crime: All you need for a good read
Enjoy a bravura investigation of our troubled times, discover why aliens exist, and marvel at the bioheist of the century – all the best in holiday reading
Iceman: Our human history is the real star of a film about Ötzi
Who needs visceral thrills when a new movie breathes scientifically grounded life to create a delicate portrait of the 5000-year-old man we know as Ötzi
Medical cannabis: What you really need to know
The UK looks set to become the latest place to legalise medical cannabis. But with its use sweeping the world, many questions remain about what it does and how
How to hack your unconscious… to boost your memory and learn better
It seems like hard conscious work, but much of the learning process goes on deep in the mind. Here are the top tips to improve how you recall facts
How to hack your unconscious… to find your inner creativity
Aha! moments of inspiration seem to come from nowhere – but the counterintuitive key to a creative brain is to defocus your thoughts
How to hack your unconscious… to conquer your fears
Fear helps us survive, but phobias ruin lives. Some simple tricks send signals to your brain to allow you to feel the right amount of fear
Feedback: Paper on canine consent gives a journal paws for thought
Neutering? Bark once for yes and growl for no. Plus: it takes a lot of water to make drought-busting balls, happy world emoji day and more
How to hack your unconscious… to take control of pain
You can determine the amount of pain you perceive – pleasant smells, loving touches and foul language can all be powerful pain-busters