Both the US and Iran are firing on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Are both sides acting lawfully?

Using force against a ship during a blockade is only lawful under certain conditions. A naval expert explains.

The old adage that people leave managers, not companies is true – but only up to a point

It has been said that “people leave managers, not companies”. It’s easy to believe that this is true, either from personal ...

Five books about the lives of musicians that are stonking good reads

This year is the national year of reading, and if you’re a music lover, I urge you to pick one up about your favourite ...
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The fake disease that fooled the internet — and what it says about all of us

Until a few years ago, no one had heard of bixonimania. Then, in 2024, a group of scientists posted findings online ...
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The 10 pence pill that underpins diabetes care – and may do much more besides

Metformin has a strong claim to being one of the most influential medicines of the past century. For decades, it has ...
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Golden eagles in England? Here’s the ecological case for bringing them back

England’s last recorded pair of golden eagles lived in the Lake District. After the female died in 2004, the male was left ...

Intimate partner homicide has clear warning signs – and is often preventable, research shows

Women are at highest risk of being hurt or killed after separating from a potentially violent partner, but interventions such ...

Eating fruit is linked to lung cancer? Here’s what you need to know about that new study

A small conference study sparked headlines linking fruit to lung cancer. Here’s why the science tells a very different story.

We designed the turf for soccer’s biggest World Cup ever – here’s how we created the same playing experience across 3 countries

The new playing fields are rolling out in stadiums from Mexico to Canada. Creating the perfect pitch in very different ...

There is something wrong with the asylum process for LGBTQ+ people – but it’s not fake claimants

An undercover investigation by BBC News has found evidence of people falsely claiming to be gay to gain asylum in the UK. The ...

Political violence in South Africa is driven by a power elite trying to establish dominance – new research

Protests have become instruments of elite competition. This includes local politicians using professional agitators to ...

After 27 years in power, Welsh Labour’s dominance may soon be over

Polls point to historic losses as internal divisions, voter fatigue and new rivals threaten Labour’s grip on Wales.