T. rex took 40 years to become fully grown 14. January 2026 (13:00) An analysis of growth rings in the leg bones of 17 Tyrannosaurus rex individuals reveals that the dinosaurs matured much more slowly than previously thought, and adds to the evidence that they weren't all one species(New Scientist)
We must completely change the way we build homes to stay below 2°C 14. January 2026 (11:00) Construction generates between 10 and 20 per cent of the world's greenhouse gas emissions, but cities can slash their climate impact by designing buildings in a more efficient way(New Scientist)
These small lifestyle tweaks can add a year to your life 14. January 2026 (00:30) A few extra minutes of sleep per day or an extra half-serving of vegetables with dinner can add a year to our lives, according to an analysis of data from 60,000 people(New Scientist)
The hunt for where the last Neanderthals lived 13. January 2026 (19:00) Clues from studies of ancient plants and animals have helped archaeologists pin down where the last Neanderthals found refuge, says columnist Michael Marshall(New Scientist)
The Pacific Islanders fighting to save their homes from catastrophe 13. January 2026 (17:00) Some of climate change's sharpest realities are being felt on small island nations, where extreme weather is claiming homes and triggering displacement. Those able to stay are spearheading inventive adaptation techniques in a bid to secure their future(New Scientist)
Greenland sharks survive for centuries with diseased hearts 13. January 2026 (16:00) A study of the hearts of Greenland sharks has found that the long-lived deep-sea predator has massive accumulations of ageing markers, such as severe scarring, but this doesn't appear to affect their health or longevity(New Scientist)
Pompeii’s public baths were unhygienic until the Romans took over 12. January 2026 (21:00) Before the Romans captured Pompeii, the famous town was run by the Samnite people – and a dip in their public baths might have been an unpleasant experience(New Scientist)
