science

The first Denisovan skull, an ancient hunter’s toolkit and a Roman man’s brain that has turned to glass: here are our picks of the year’s most striking findings about prehistoric humans Source link

An excavation in Suffolk, UK, has uncovered pyrite and flint that appear to have been used by ancient humans to light fires some 400,000 years ago Source link

As Australian teenagers lose access to social media, observers say there are still many unknown questions about the ban, which came into force on 10 December Source link

When it comes to monogamy, humans more closely resemble meerkats and beavers than our primate cousins. Source link

His groundbreaking field research was instrumental in banning the international ivory trade and protecting elephants from poachers. Source link

The US and other governments derailed agreement on a global environment study, it’s co-chair says. Source link

Screen time has been linked to all sorts of problems, from depression and obesity to poor sleep. But how worried should you really be? Jacob Aron sifts through the evidence Source link

If proposals are approved, 20 turbines will be built between Arkengarthdale and Teesdale. Source link

Astronomers have discovered that 3I/ATLAS is carrying methanol and other chemicals that were probably important in the origin of life Source link

Our writers and contributors have chosen their favourite ever science-y books, films, TV shows, music, video games, board games and more to see you through the festive period Source link