New giant virus found in sewage refutes 'fourth domain of life' theory The klosneuvirus seems to have grown by acquiring DNA from their hosts. Apr 6, 2017
World Health Day 2017 theme: Biggest myths about depression - and why they're wrong Depression is one of the most common and debilitating diseases in the world. Apr 6, 2017
Is human flesh calorific? Cannibal Neanderthals didn't just eat each other for nutrition For the first time, a scientist presents a full nutritional template for the calorific value of the human body. Apr 6, 2017 Anthropology
Tick full of 30-million-year-old monkey blood discovered trapped in amber fossil The fossil is thought to be between 15 and 30 million years old. Apr 6, 2017
Great apes can spot when we have 'false beliefs' about reality – and they can help us out Experiments have shown that great apes know when researchers are mistaken about the location of an object. Apr 5, 2017
New species of worm-snail found on shipwreck uses 'Spiderman' mucus web to trap its prey The new snail-worm species was discovered on the hull of the USNS General Hoyt S Vandenburg shipwreck. Apr 5, 2017 Conservation
Areca nut could hold the key to treat nicotine addiction – and quit smoking Compounds in the areca nut could be synthesised to create new treatments for nicotine addiction. Apr 5, 2017
That 'new' ancient Egyptian pyramid was probably already excavated 60 years ago The remains of the pyramid were discovered at the Dahshur royal necropolis. Apr 4, 2017 Egypt
Earliest dated rock art in Southern Africa depicts shamans' journey to the world of the spirits For the first time, researchers have directly dated rock art in Lesotho, Botswana and South Africa. Apr 4, 2017
Divers look for Caligula's party boat where Emperor threw wild orgies 2,000 years ago The Emperor has gone down in history as a tyrant but archaeologists are looking for his luxurious ship. Apr 4, 2017
Ancient skulls tell new story of violence and bloody warfare in Mesopotamia Violence was less widespread in Mesopotamia than in the rest of the Near East 5,200 years ago. Apr 4, 2017
Scientists discover why it's harder for women in their 40s to get pregnant - egg defects Scientists have identified a new factor that could help explain age-related infertility. Apr 3, 2017
Fragment of King Khufu's ancient boat unearthed near Great Pyramid of Giza This is the second vessel belonging to the Pharaoh discovered at the site. Apr 3, 2017
Schloss Klessheim: Nazi past of Hitler's lavish Austrian palace uncovered by historians Twenty paintings acquired by the Nazis during the war were identified in Klessheim Palace. Apr 3, 2017
American badger burying a calf carcass four times its size has been captured on video It's the first time a badger is seen burying such a large animal. Mar 31, 2017 Conservation
Ligers, tigons and liligers: All you need to know about big cat hybrids and why breeding them isn't a great idea Ligers are the offspring of female tigers and male lions. Mar 31, 2017
Insomnia linked to greater risk of heart attack and stroke People who struggle falling asleep may be 27% more at risk of stroke or heart attack. Mar 31, 2017
Why do women get recurrent cystitis after sex? Scientists have identified a vaginal bacteria which may be to blame. Mar 31, 2017 Sexual health
Rising temperatures increased conflicts and deadly violence in the ancient Maya world A new quantitative analysis has revealed that temperatures, not droughts, increased warfare among the Maya. Mar 31, 2017 Climate Change
Iconic comet will make its closest approach to Earth on April Fool's Day You can watch the comet swing by our planet live online. Mar 30, 2017