Immortal worms defy aging
Forget botox injections and age-defying creams, a species of flatworm may hold the key to looking young forever.
Which animal’s DNA differs the most from human DNA?
Making a genetic comparison between species is almost impossible.

Evolutionary leap caused by 10 billion humans
A new evolutionary leap will occur by 2100, and Dr Henrik Frystacki tells you why.
Coyotes are pint-sized versions of their former selves
Dwindling food supplies not climate change played a role in the downsizing of coyotes.
Thickest parts of Arctic ice cap melting faster
NASA scientists reveal that the oldest, thickest sea ice is disappearing at a faster rate than the younger and thinner ice.
Tyrannosaurus rex’s killer smile
Scientists have examined T. rex’s dangerous dentures and powerful bite.
First complete look at a prehistoric penguin
A giant penguin fossil from New Zealand has been reconstructed after 35 years.

Shakespeare was right: rosemary improves your memory
Rosemary improves cognitive performance and enhances long-term memory in up to 15 per cent.
Neanderthals were disappearing before modern humans arrived
European Neanderthals were already on the verge of extinction 50,000 years ago.