6 d. ago To beard or not to beard? Scientists reveal the surprising reason why men including Brad Pitt, Prince William, and even Boris Johnson look better with facial hair

From Brad Pitt to Prince William and Boris Johnson, many men look a lot better with a beard and now scientists have revealed the evolutionary explanation behind the 'beard glow up'.

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7 d. ago The far right’s green bashing has given mainstream parties an excuse to do nothing – but we have more agency than we think | Ajit Niranjan

As powerful forces push back against green forces, it is little surprise that many of us feel dismay. Climate scientists do, too. But together we can take action to challenge the prevailing apathySupport the Guardian’s independent journalism today Last year, I stood in front of a black-clad skinhead as he shook a fist full of rings thick enough to double as a knuckle-duster. Flecks of spit flew into my face as he railed against the green agenda of the last German government.Until recently, it would have felt bizarre to talk to protesters at a neo-Nazi-linked rally about climate change or hear them rant unprompted about heat pumps. But far-right parties have entered the political mainstream, and their scathing tirades against “woke” green rules are energising their base.Join George Monbiot and special guests on 16 September for a special climate assembly to discuss the growing and dramatic political and corporate threats to the planet. Book tickets – in person or livestream Continue ...

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8 d. ago Scientists reveal surprisingly simple trick to stop travel sickness fast

New research has revealed a surprising way to alleviate symptoms of car sickness

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9 d. ago The surprisingly easy way to beat travel sickness, according to scientists

For those who get carsick, there's nothing worse. Now, a study into the issue has revealed a surprisingly simple solution that can slash symptoms in half.

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2 w. ago Scientists discover a surprising link between thumb length and brain size

Human hands and minds have evolved in tandem, report scientists at the universities of Reading and Durham.

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3 w. ago Scientists are baffled to discover a SLOWDOWN in melting of Arctic sea ice

Despite rising temperatures, an analysis by experts from the University of Exeter has revealed that the Arctic has been melting at a slower rate for the past 20 years.

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3 w. ago Dramatic slowdown in melting of Arctic sea ice surprises scientists

Natural climate variation is most likely reason as global heating due to fossil fuel burning has continuedThe melting of sea ice in the Arctic has slowed dramatically in the past 20 years, scientists have reported, with no statistically significant decline in its extent since 2005.The finding is surprising, the researchers say, given that carbon emissions from fossil fuel burning have continued to rise and trap ever more heat over that time. Continue reading...

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