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The mathematician who doesn’t exist

8 May 2026

A secret society of French mathematicians has been revolutionising the field of mathematics under a pseudonym for nearly a century. Columnist Jacob Aron finds that this mythic collective provided maths a rigorous and useful foundation, and did some real...


Hantavirus outbreak will not cause a covid-style pandemic, says WHO

7 May 2026

The World Health Organization sought to quell worldwide fears over the hantavirus outbreak on the cruise ship MV Hondius and reassure the public that the risk of widespread transmission is low


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Featured: Mycenaean and Peloponnesian archaeology, Greece

7 May 2026

28 September 2026 - 8 days for £4,150 per person 19 May 2027 - 8 days for £4,150 per person Register your interest for September 2027 and we will contact you when confirmed details including finalised dates and prices are available.


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New ¾«¶«´«Ã½. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.

Total solar eclipse 2027: Nile cruise, Egypt - Waitlist only

7 May 2026

27 July 2027 – Sold out. We are running a waitlist in case any cabins become available. Please register using the waitlist button.  We are also finalising details of a number of Morocco based tours, full details will be available soon,...


PCOS postpones perimenopause and allows pregnancies at older ages

7 May 2026

Only 3 per cent of those with polycystic ovary syndrome reach perimenopause by the age of 46, which may allow them to conceive when older


Coffee's mood-boosting effects aren't just down to caffeine

7 May 2026

A comprehensive study exploring coffee’s physiological effects finds that some of its benefits are down to polyphenols and their influence on gut bacteria


New ¾«¶«´«Ã½. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.

Wild Antarctica expedition cruise exploring the Weddell Sea

7 May 2026

2 March 2027 - 13 days from £13,053 with up to 20% early bird discount Register your interest for 2028 and we will contact you when confirmed details including finalised dates and prices are available.


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The best new popular science books of May 2026

The best new popular science books of May 2026

7 May 2026

A guide to walking, a look at the world’s Google searches and a deep dive into the secrets of our DNA are some of the topics tackled by the popular science books out this month


New ¾«¶«´«Ã½. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.

Megalithic Malta: Temples, architecture and archaeology

7 May 2026

March 2027 – 6 days  Register your interest for 2027 and we will contact you when confirmed details including finalised dates and prices are available.


Explore the islands of Malta and Gozo, both rich in remarkable...


New ¾«¶«´«Ã½. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.

Uncovering Vesuvius, Pompeii and ancient Naples: Italy

7 May 2026

12 March 2027 - 6 days for £3,198 per person 12 September 2027 - 6 days for £3,298 per person Register your interest for 2028 and we will contact you when confirmed details including finalised dates and prices are available.


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