
At June’s Nato summit, just keeping Donald Trump in the room will be seen as a victory
When Nato leaders meet for their annual summit in The Hague on Wednesday June 25, all eyes will be on Donald Trump. Not only is the 47th president of the United States less committed to the alliance than any of his...

It’s time to face an uncomfortable truth: maybe our pampered pets would be better off without us
Pet-keeping is often promoted for the benefits it brings humans. A close association with another animal can provide us with a sense of purpose and a daily dose of joy. It can aid our health, make us more conscientious and...

How do sleep trackers work, and are they worth it? A sleep scientist breaks it down
Many smartwatches, fitness and wellness trackers now offer sleep tracking among their many functions. Wear your watch or ring to bed, and youll wake up to a detailed sleep report telling you not just how long you slept,...

Is AI a con? A new book punctures the hype and proposes some ways to resist
Is AI going to take over the world? Have scientists created an artificial lifeform that can think on its own? Is it going to replace all our jobs, even creative ones, like doctors, teachers and care workers? Are we about...

Archetyp was one of the dark web’s biggest drug markets. A global sting has shut it down
Last week, one of the dark webs most prominent drug marketplaces Archetyp was shut down in an international, multi-agency law enforcement operation following years of investigations. It was touted as a major policing win...

Australia is in the grip of a teacher shortage. Teachers are burning out, warning the job is no longer sustainable and leaving the profession. We know this is due to excessive workloads, stress and abuse. But research...

Drone footage captured orcas crafting tools out of kelp – and using them for grooming
The more we learn about orcas, the more remarkable they are. These giant dolphins are the oceans true apex predator, preying on great white sharks and other lesser predators. Theyre very intelligent and highly social....