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CSIRO faces stealth job cuts amid staff exodus

Exclusive investigation reveals how Australia's national science agency CSIRO is undergoing silent staff reductions, creating an atmosphere of fear and uncertainty among researchers and scientists.

Sir John Gurdon: Cloning Pioneer Dies Aged 91

Nobel laureate Sir John Gurdon, whose revolutionary cloning work paved the way for Dolly the Sheep and stem cell research, has died aged 91. Discover how the schoolboy once told he'd 'never be a scientist' changed biology forever.

Science Proves Crispy Bacon Tastes Better

Discover the scientific reason why crispy bacon delivers superior flavour and texture compared to floppy rashers, according to professional chefs and food science experts.

Putin's Immortality Quest Continues Stalin's Legacy

Exclusive investigation reveals how Russian leaders from Stalin to Putin have pursued scientific immortality through secret research programmes and controversial life-extension technologies.

Dodo De-Extinction: Scientists Make Major Breakthrough

Groundbreaking genetic research brings the dream of resurrecting the extinct dodo bird one step closer to reality. Scientists achieve a major milestone in sequencing its genome, sparking both excitement and ethical debate.

Artist Norman Toynton, Master of Light, Dies at 86

Celebrating the life and profound legacy of Norman Toynton, the acclaimed British artist whose luminous paintings and powerful portraits captured the human condition, leaving an indelible mark on 20th-century art.

British Scientists Create CRISPR-Edited Super Horses

Groundbreaking research from the UK uses CRISPR gene-editing technology to create horses with significantly improved muscle growth and running endurance, revolutionising equine sports and veterinary science.

Tributes to Maths Genius Prof Bob Cook, Pioneer of Computing

The mathematical world mourns the loss of Professor Bob Cook, the brilliant Cambridge academic whose pioneering work in computational complexity and the P versus NP problem laid the groundwork for modern computing. Remembered as a devoted teacher and a hu

Physicists Reveal The Secret Formula For The Perfect Pint

Scientists from the University of Huddersfield have cracked the code on pouring the ideal pint of Guinness. Discover the exact 45-degree angle and two-part pour technique to achieve the perfect creamy head every time.

NASA returns ancient asteroid dust older than the Sun

In a landmark achievement for space exploration, NASA's OSIRIS-REx spacecraft has successfully delivered pristine samples from the 4.5-billion-year-old asteroid Bennu. This cosmic treasure trove, containing material predating our solar system, promises to

Edinburgh University's Racist Skull Collection Exposed

A shocking investigation uncovers how the University of Edinburgh's 19th-century anatomy collection was used to promote racist ideologies and justify British colonial rule, as the institution now grapples with this dark chapter.

Arctic Ice Melt Slows Unexpectedly, Baffling Scientists

In a startling twist that challenges climate models, researchers discover a mysterious slowdown in Arctic sea ice melt, prompting a urgent scientific quest for answers in the face of rising global temperatures.

Brian Cox: UK Science Cuts a 'Catastrophic Failure'

Renowned physicist Brian Cox delivers a scathing critique of the UK government's science funding, warning of a 'catastrophic failure of ambition' that threatens to dismantle Britain's world-leading research reputation.

Meanwhile on Earth: French sci-fi explores dark alien ethics

A profound and unsettling French science fiction film forces audiences to confront humanity's darkest impulses when faced with extraterrestrial visitors. This cerebral thriller explores the terrifying moral abyss of first contact.

Arctic Sea Ice Melt Slows, Baffling Scientists

In a surprising twist for climate science, the rapid melt of Arctic sea ice has shown a significant and unexpected slowdown over the past decade, challenging existing models and forcing a major rethink of our understanding of the polar region's future.

Circular Motion Review: A World Spinning Out of Control

Delve into Alex Foster's breathtaking debut novel, 'Circular Motion', a high-concept thriller where the Earth's rotation accelerates, hurtling society towards chaos. A masterful blend of climate fiction and human drama.

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