7 h. ago Vaping horror as first ever study reveals deadly side effects

Manchester Metropolitan University has carried out a study into the long-term effects of vaping

Events

13 h. ago Waste Wars by Alexander Clapp review – the filthy truth about trash

A globe-spanning study of the waste industry reveals how wealthy nations dump their garbage on the poor while the rate at which we produce near-indestructible rubbish only increasesYou know the drill: plastic and glass containers go in the blue recycling bin, paper and cardboard in the blue sack, vegetable matter in the green compost bin, and the rest in the grey general rubbish bin. Households up and down the land go through variations of these familiar refuse-sorting tasks each week. But where does it actually all go?Into the trucks that pick them up, yes, but after that? It’s a kind of act of faith that we imagine our detritus that we’ve carefully – or not so carefully – categorised is transported to the right location where appropriate measures are taken to dispose of it in the most sensible and ecological manner. Continue reading...

Events

15 h. ago World's first study reveals truth about vaping that will horrify millions of e

The Manchester Metropolitan University study into the long-term effects of vaping, due to conclude next month and seen exclusively by the Daily Mirror, is set to blow apart the advice that e-cigs are a healthier alternative to cigarettes

Science

57 h. ago Scotland's 'most scenic small town' for last minute winter escape crowned

With a few weeks to go until spring officially begins, a new study has revealed the 10 "most scenic small towns" in Scotland for a late-winter getaway.

Politics

3 d. ago The tiny Scottish fishing village with harbour that was crowned 'most beautiful place'

If you are stuck on where to head for a scenic staycation in Scotland, one gorgous little fishing village is home to a harbour that was previously named one of Scotland's "most beautiful places".

Politics

3 d. ago New study reveals Scotland's most scenic small town winter escapes

From cosy countryside escapes to exciting city festivities, Scotland is a magical place to visit during the winter season — but what are some of the country’s top sights that you simply cannot miss as the temperatures drop?

Politics

4 d. ago Melting glaciers caused almost 2cm of sea level rise this century, study reveals

Decades-long research shows world’s glaciers collectively lost 6.542tn tonnes of ice between 2000 and 2023Melting glaciers have caused almost 2cm of sea level rise this century alone, a decades-long study has revealed.The research shows the world’s glaciers collectively lost 6.542tn tonnes of ice between 2000 and 2023, causing an 18mm (0.7in) rise in global sea levels. Continue reading...

Politics

4 d. ago BBC EastEnders hit with brutal blow hours before 40th anniversary special episode

A new study has revealed the best British soap of all time - and EastEnders has missed out to rival Coronation Street

Events

4 d. ago Study reveals one good thing from dinosaur extinction that let primates emerge

Study explains how seeds and fruits eventually became large food sources

Politics

5 d. ago Study reveals how micro black hole would implode your brain if you accidentally walked through one

An astrophysicist from Vanderbilt University has calculated exactly what would happen if you were hit by a primordial black hole.

Politics

5 d. ago Scotland's top relaxing 'wellness experiences' to try in 2025

A brand new study by VisitScotland has revealed the top five "wellness experiences" to try in Scotland this year.

Politics

6 d. ago Parents feel they're falling short when it comes to their children's needs

A new study has revealed the key areas of concern for parents when it comes to raising happy and healthy kids - and the areas where they feel they're falling short

Society