Britain is finally abolishing hereditary peers from the House of Lords – a constitutional expert on the historical reforms that built up to this moment
The Conversation
Britain is finally abolishing hereditary peers from the House of Lords – a constitutional expert on the historical reforms that built up to this moment
There are still 88 peers with seats handed down through hereditary lines.
 image
Our digital 3D models of huge coral reefs could help revive these precious ecosystems
The Conversation
Our digital 3D models of huge coral reefs could help revive these precious ecosystems
Creating 3D computer models of entire reefs – sometimes known as digital twins – can help researchers monitor these precious ecosystems faster ...
 image
We’re in a golden age for body horror films – as Demi Moore’s The Substance proves
The Conversation
We’re in a golden age for body horror films – as Demi Moore’s The Substance proves
Body horror is particularly appealing to creators who would have previously found it difficult to make a living in the world of commercial film-mak...
 image
Graphene at 20: still no sign of the promised space elevator, but here’s how this wonder material is quietly changing the world
The Conversation
Graphene at 20: still no sign of the promised space elevator, but here’s how this wonder material is quietly changing the world
While it’s too early to say whether graphene will live up to the hype, it’s now appearing in everything from motorcycle helmets to aircon units.
 image
Grangemouth job losses are a stark reminder of the cost of a greener industrial future
The Conversation
Grangemouth job losses are a stark reminder of the cost of a greener industrial future
The green jobs promised by government won’t come quickly enough for the workers at the Grangemouth refinery.
 image
The Taliban suspends polio vaccine campaign in Afghanistan – here’s the likely impact
The Conversation
The Taliban suspends polio vaccine campaign in Afghanistan – here’s the likely impact
The Taliban says the suspension is temporary and the result of security fears.
 image
AfD: how Germany’s constitution was designed with the threat of extremism in mind
The Conversation
AfD: how Germany’s constitution was designed with the threat of extremism in mind
The ‘basic law’ is designed to prevent the return of national socialism and sets out a comprehensive set of rights for Germans that cannot be r...
 image
No-sleep challenge: the dangers of sleep deprivation
The Conversation
No-sleep challenge: the dangers of sleep deprivation
Some social media users are trying to stay awake for as long as possible – here’s why it’s a terrible idea
 image
As hair transplants become big business, here’s what you need to know about the risks
The Conversation
As hair transplants become big business, here’s what you need to know about the risks
Hair today, gone tomorrow? Not with the latest transplant procedures – but what are the risks?
 image
In defence of slugs
The Conversation
In defence of slugs
They may be eating your greens, but slugs have their uses.
 image