2022 in science
This year, the news headlines have been dominated by UK politics, the energy crisis and the Ukrainian war. But there have been some fascinating scientific discoveries too. Here’s the proof…
Dr Julia Shaw: Content moderators pay a psychological toll to keep social media clean
We should be offering more support to the people who help to protect us from distressing online content
Dr Katie Mack: How Cold War paranoia led to a new explosive problem
The search for secret nuclear tests on the dark side of the Moon led to the discovery of the most violent detonations in the Universe
Dr Kate Darling: Robot companions are on their way, but don’t worry, they won’t replace humans
Don’t be surprised if robots purchased to provide home security quickly become part of the family
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Christmas wishlist
Okay, so it’s hard to get in the Christmas spirit when energy prices are nearing the point where it might be more efficient just to set the cash on fire, and the economy looks like it’s been shoved down the stairs in some grisly act of mercy. But that doesn’t stop us daydreaming does it? Here’s our wishlist of gifts that have driven us to distraction as we near the festive period
James Webb’s first year in space
In just a few short months, the James Webb Space Telescope has imaged the universe as never before…
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Why do lift rides with strangers feel so awkward?
Why do lift rides with strangers feel so awkward? HANNAH WADE, BIRMINGHAM Much of it has to do with personal space. A study by the University of Wroclaw in Poland asked people around the world at what distance they found the physical presence of a stranger to be uncomfortable. People in England were in the […]