Science & Technology

A clear overview of the Blood Matters STIR system: what it reports, how to submit notifications, the role in national haemovigilance, and resources on hyperhaemolysis and TACO. Includes guidance on investigation forms, confidentiality and contact details.

The NIS Cooperation Group agreed common templates for cybersecurity incident reporting at its 39th plenary meeting in Cyprus. The standardized forms are meant to reduce administrative burden, align with the proposed Digital Omnibus single-entry point, and will be implemented across…

A clear summary of the United Kingdom’s nuclear weapons posture, current stockpile limits, and detailed inventories of separated plutonium and highly enriched uranium, with context on production sites and reprocessing facilities

Tahini is a nutrient-dense paste made from roasted sesame seeds that provides fibre, protein, B vitamins and key minerals. Regular small portions may help cholesterol management, and its creamy texture makes it a versatile addition to both savoury and sweet…

Authorities have routed arrivals from affected countries to designated airports and intensified monitoring after a Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in central Africa

A look at the digital platforms, AI tools and physical innovations easing logistics for nearly two million pilgrims during Hajj

Forecasters predict soaring bank holiday temperatures in London and the south east; see how the heat is affecting people, animals and services

How attacks on oil and gas systems create airborne toxins, ruined coastlines and enduring health risks

On May 22, 2026 SpaceX flew Flight 12 of its next-generation Starship V3, testing engines, heat shields and payload deployment before a scripted ocean splashdown

A clear, action-oriented summary of the Climate Change Committee’s fourth assessment that explains priority adaptations, estimated costs, and the case for urgent leadership

A randomized clinical study found that one dose of psilocybin plus psychotherapy led to greater abstinence and more cocaine-free days than an active placebo among people seeking to quit

Backed by an Italian VC, the clinical intelligence startup is taking on surgical complications, starting with infections that cost the US health system up to $10 billion a year.

A 20-carat gold ligature found in an Aberdeen burial offers the earliest Scottish evidence of restorative dentistry and hints at who could afford cosmetic dental care in the past

Researchers report encouraging immune responses to a new antigen and explore heat-stable delivery, while investigators probe whether the cruise ship cluster came from rodent exposure or limited person-to-person spread

A Wales teacher repurposes the outline of the Port Talbot steelworks to explain emissions, careers, and sustainability to pupils whose families worked in the industry

An accessible guide to the UK network of Special Areas of Conservation, the legal framework behind them and where to find authoritative data

A ground-level report from Chornobyl’s exclusion zone exploring persistent radiation, deserted towns and how conflict is reshaping risk

Learn how researchers at the UK DRI at King’s combine stem cell models, microfabrication and advanced imaging to reveal the first steps in ALS and FTD

Get a clear summary of the UK’s Special Protection Areas list, the update process led by JNCC and practical tips to download site data

Explore the science behind decision fatigue, how modern life accelerates cognitive load and simple routines that help preserve your mental bandwidth

Millions locked out of the NHS app after a widespread outage affecting bookings, prescriptions and NHS 111 raised fresh concerns about reliance on digital healthcare

A record-setting run in Beijing by an Honor humanoid has put robotic athletics in the spotlight and prompted questions about technology, entertainment and industrial strategy

A simple gut sample could become a window into future brain health, offering a long lead time for prevention

A fast overview of major ransomware, espionage, and supply-chain attacks and how they evolved

Defra and Cranfield University have opened the comprehensive LandIS soils archive and published a new Predictive ALC map, giving researchers, planners and land managers unrestricted access to crucial data