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The 8 week diet that can reverse diabetes
New findings are being described as a "paradigm shift" in the understanding of diabetes.
New findings are being described as a "paradigm shift" in the understanding of diabetes.
We are releasing carbon into the atmosphere at an alarming rate, and we will soon eclipse the only known "thermal maximum".
New Horizons spacecraft has transmitted spectacular images back that reveal surprises. Here's a summary of just a few scientific results to date.
British troops have been testing material so advanced it hides soldiers from infra-red and heat-seeking devices.
COMMENT: UK announced its war against sugary drinks with a 25p (53c) a litre tax on soda. Based on the science available, should we follow suit?
British astronomers have discovered a cluster of nine "monster" stars 30 million times brighter than the Sun which could change our understanding of the way stars are formed.
The so-called Tully Monster could be the most repulsive looking creature to ever have roamed the oceans.
It's one of the most enigmatic specimens ever found. And now, half a century after its discovery, researchers claim to have found its place in the tree of life.
Scientists believe by 2045 they will have achieved immortality.
As a daughter who has watched her father lose his battle with cancer, I am empathetic to families who try to access cannabis products illegally, writes Michelle Dickinson.
What if we could fight climate change by capturing emissions and locking them away? It sounds good, but the obstacles are huge, reports Chris Mooney.
Reseachers from across the world have attended a major conference in Christchurch showing off their latest theories, technology, data, and videos furthering the state-of-the-art in human robot interaction.
The "root of all evil" has been discovered by scientists who found that part of the brain fires up before nefarious acts are carried out.
Do you sometimes find yourself losing focus on the job? Is your thinking a little fuzzy? It could be something in the air.
The best things in life are not only free - they also arrive before we hit middle-age, it seems.
A device that sends an electric current into nerve fibres found in the ears could help millions of people with depression.
Feeding babies peanuts at least three times a week could protect them from developing nut allergies in later life, a study has found.
Adult play is a booming branch of the wellness industry, but can it really relieve stress? Cherrill Hicks finds out.
A new paper from researchers at Johns Hopkins University suggests that learning to ignore certain things is a powerful tool for helping people focus.
Cancer is an unconventional enemy requiring unconventional ideas to tackle it. Enter Zebra fish embryos.
American Astronaut Scott Kelly returns from space, having grown two inches during his time in orbit. / AP
The science behind why glass gives a better flavour.
Launched last year to huge fanfare, a new study reveals its effects.
Google-owned Boston Dynamics has revealed 'Atlas', a robot designed to operate outdoors and inside buildings. The robot has LIDAR and stereo sensors in its head to avoid obstacles, assess the terrain, help with navigation and manipulate objects. This version of Atlas is about 5' 9" tall and weighs 180 lbs.
"Surprise meteor shower" in New Zealand sparks hunt for unknown ice ball orbiting in space.