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The world’s oldest conjoined twins have died – what we know about this rare condition
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. reveals why he has a raspy voice – spasmodic dysphonia explained
Chewing gum has been linked to better diets – but it’s no way to improve your health
Eye infections might seem like a minor complaint – but in some cases they can cause blindness and even death
Peter Higgs was one of the greats of particle physics. He transformed what we know about the building blocks of the universe
The vast majority of GPs resisted the founding of the NHS – here’s why
Nasal rinsing: why flushing the nasal passages with tap water to tackle hayfever could be a fatal mistake
Tapeworm larvae found in man’s brain – how did they get there?
Urethral sounding: why some people find it pleasurable to insert objects into their urinary tube
Boxers, briefs and bacterial vaginosis: how your underwear can affect your health
In 2024, we’ll truly find out how robust our democracies are to online disinformation campaigns
Whether inserted, ingested or implanted, batteries are a matter of life and death
A drug to treat frostbite is finally available
Seabird droppings may help corals recover faster from climate change-driven disturbances
University research teams unite to identify core needs of deaf children
Wearable, 3D printed tech could become physio tool
CSIRO researchers help deliver food security with major international grant
Small fish could play big role in fight against malnutrition
Removing barriers to participation for people with disability
Travel emissions drop aided lockdown methane surge
New ARC hub to turn TIDE on offshore energy research
ARC Training Centre to grow Australia’s business competitiveness
Indoor tanning ban would reduce melanoma deaths, show researchers
University of Manchester announces new academic partnership with GCHQ
‘Wonder gas’ hailed as new treatment for diabetic foot ulcers could also kill Covid virus indoors
Black Professional Women face ‘concrete ceiling’ in career progression
New research calls for hybrid working to be more sustainable