Ageing adults may perceive faces more positively, study suggests
A new study has revealed that as people age, they are more likely to interpret facial expressions as happy, even when the cues are...
Climate change could erode sharks’ most lethal weapons
Rising acidity in Earth’s oceans may cause shark teeth to corrode and degrade, new research warns. As apex predators, sharks rely on their teeth...
Are cats or dogs smarter? The science behind pet intelligence
The question of whether cats or dogs are cleverer has long fascinated pet lovers. It is true that dogs generally have larger brains, particularly...
Caffeine: villain or unsung ally?
Caffeine has recently acquired something of a bad reputation. Concerns range from highly caffeinated energy drinks disrupting children’s concentration in class, to excessive teas...
Scientists develop eco-friendly yeast-based alternative to palm oil
Scientists have created a sustainable alternative to palm oil that could be available on the market by late 2025. Palm oil, along with other...