There’s hope for narcissistic teens (and their parents)
They’ll probably grow out of it, like the rest of us.
Modern penguins may have evolved earlier than thought
Ancient fossils reveal an old bird with proportions close to its current-day relatives.
Less ploughing leads to higher crop yields
Satellite data confirms importance of leaving soil alone.
Timber travelled in ancient Rome
Old boards reveal the importance of trade to the empire.
Clever canines recognise words, regardless of who’s speaking
It’s not just a human skill, new research suggests.
Socialites not the primary behavioural influencers
Research suggests it’s more likely close-knit cliques.
How the Greenland ice sheet is fracturing
Drone images show rapid drainage of melted ice is causing chain reactions.
Amazon fires could increase glacier melting
The Greenland ice sheet is the biggest contributor to rising sea levels, and it’s melting faster than predicted.
On the savannah, mixed company is good
Interspecies mingling brings strategic survival benefits.
World map rates sustainable food systems
Comprehensive tool provides a benchmark for moving forward.
Scientists record a blue whale’s heartbeat
Its vast range could explain why the giant mammal isn’t any bigger.
Dung beetle’s horns not so novel after all
Research finds they stem from the same genes as wings.
Bacteria keeping up the fight against dengue
New Wolbachia strain nearly halved cases in Malaysia.
Many African plant species face extinction threat
Analysis speeds up risk assessment – and could aid conservation.
New insights into malaria immune response
Discovery could also improve treatment of hepatitis, HIV and lupus, researchers suggest.
Were animal ancestors bisexual?
Scientists suggest we might have been working on some incorrect assumptions.
Endangered birds leave genetic clues in their drinking water
Environmental DNA is proving to be a powerful tool that could aid conservation.
National parks estimated to save trillions in mental health costs
Scientists hope such a tangible benefit will boost conservation efforts.
Nemo’s cousins have a special way of finding him
Some clownfish make good use of their UV vision.
Playing in the right dirt could have a calming effect
Research finds biodiverse soil makes mice less anxious.
