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July 3, 2025
A brief history of the slogan T-shirt
You probably have a drawer full of T-shirts. They’re comfy, easy to style, cheap and... read the full article on The Conversation
June 6, 2025
Can a robot help you age better?
As more of us live longer, can robots help us maintain healthier, more independent and... read the full article on The Conversation
July 11, 2025
Pets can get sunburned too – what you need to know
While there is good awareness of the potential dangers of pets overheating in high temperatures... read the full article on The Conversation
July 1, 2025
Five ways to avoid illness like the Lionesses
Think back to the last time you had a cold or the flu. Now imagine... read the full article on The Conversation
July 16, 2025
Alpha males are surprisingly rare among primates – new research
Is it true that male animals are dominant over females? Previous studies have often found... read the full article on The Conversation
July 14, 2025
Plant theft is often overlooked – that’s why it’s on the rise
More than 180 plants were stolen from a well-loved public park in Nottingham called Arboretum... read the full article on The Conversation
July 3, 2025
Pets get hay fever too – how to spot it and manage it
Summer often brings with it the unmistakable sniffles and sneezes of hay fever. As plants... read the full article on The Conversation
June 10, 2025
What the new British zoo standards mean for animal welfare
If you visit a zoo, you might be captivated by the animals you see —... read the full article on The Conversation
May 27, 2025
How vitamin B12 deficiency may disrupt pregnant women’s bodies
Despite living in an age of dietary abundance, vitamin B12 deficiency is on the rise.... read the full article on The Conversation
June 23, 2025
How to protect your favourite urban trees from increasing danger
Whether your favourite tree is in a private garden, on wasteland, in a school playground... read the full article on The Conversation