Exploring Earth’s deep interior has always been a challenge for scientists, although spacecraft have travelled billions of kilometres through space, humans have drilled only about 12 kilometres into Earth’s crust.
The UK and Japan have just announced that they will strengthen their science and technology collaboration with a package of joint initiatives across life sciences, quantum technologies, and advanced connectivity.
Discover how Agnos Biosciences’ AirSeq technology uniquely delivers fast, highly accurate airborne pathogen detection, with broad applications from food safety to biosecurity.
The UK government has published an update on the National Data Library (NDL), outlining the work completed so far and how public sector data could be used more effectively to improve services.
Explore the UK assisted dying debate, including the Terminally Ill Adults Bill, parliamentary progress, and landmark court cases shaping end-of-life law.
The UK government has set out its first nationwide plan to address ‘forever chemicals’ (PFAS), outlining new monitoring, research and potential regulatory limits to protect public health and the environment.
The government has launched a £150 million package to revive struggling high streets. This funding targets areas with high vacancy rates, aiming to restore essential shops and community pride through local, independent business support.
The UK Government is bringing leading British artificial intelligence experts into Whitehall to help modernise public services and strengthen national security
NHS England urges use of AI notetaking tools to cut admin, boost clinician time with patients, and improve care, backed by evidence from trials at nine NHS sites.
Countries are gathering in Geneva from 2–6 February for the first plenary session of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Panel on Chemicals, Waste and Pollution (ISP-CWP).
A Rutgers Health study reveals that the 2024 presidential election prompted increased firearm interest among Black adults and liberals. Fearing for their safety, these groups reported greater urges to purchase, carry, and store weapons more easily.
The UK ranks 21st in global patient safety, far behind Norway, with Imperial College highlighting urgent NHS reforms needed to prevent harm and improve care quality across hospitals and clinics nationwide.
New £21.5m government funding will support 15 farm innovation projects in England, from precision-bred crops to low-emission technologies that boost productivity and sustainability.
The UK government is expanding its support for locally led marine conservation, announcing £14 million in new funding for community projects through the second round of the Ocean Community Empowerment and Nature (OCEAN) Grants Programme.
