Sir Ian Wilmut, the pioneering scientist who failed biology at Eton but went on to lead the team that cloned Dolly the Sheep, has passed away aged 92. Discover the remarkable journey of the man once told his scientific dreams were 'ridiculous'.
Groundbreaking research from Harvard and MIT reveals how a naturally occurring molecule could transform cancer treatment, offering new hope for patients worldwide.
Fox News presenter Pete Hegseth faces allegations of hypocrisy after reports reveal he obtained a master's degree from Harvard while publicly criticising diversity initiatives at elite universities.
In an ironic twist of modern life, a leading UK scientist learned of his Nobel Prize triumph while completely disconnected from technology during a digital detox retreat in the American wilderness.
A Harvard economics professor faces criminal charges after being caught firing a pellet gun at rats outside a Westminster synagogue in the early hours, triggering a major police response and community concern.
A top Russian scientist close to Vladimir Putin claims Western powers are developing a virus to eliminate humanity, leaving only a select few to be served by robots in a post-apocalyptic world.
Renowned British primatologist Dame Jane Goodall reveals her Facebook account was wrongly suspended after being mistaken for an impersonator from California.
Former President Donald Trump demands restoration of trade school funding while blasting elite university endowments in explosive campaign address that could reshape UK skills policy.
Donald Trump and Harvard University have settled their high-profile defamation case, avoiding a courtroom showdown over claims the former president damaged the institution's reputation.
Celebrating the extraordinary life of Professor Jack Spence, the visionary political scientist who influenced generations of Westminster leaders and helped navigate Britain through European integration.
An explosive investigation reveals how affluent families exploit every loophole, from 'learning difference' diagnoses to massive donations, to secure coveted spots at top US universities like Harvard and Yale.
Exclusive: Harvard astronomers release the first-ever images of the mysterious interstellar object 'Oumuamua, reigniting debate over its potential artificial origins and providing new clues about its bizarre, pancake-like shape.
Exclusive: Ousted Harvard President Claudine Gay breaks her silence with a scathing critique of her interim replacement, Alan Garber, accusing him of complicity in her downfall and igniting a new firestorm at the elite university.
The annual Ig Nobel Awards celebrate the weirdest and most improbable scientific research of the year, honouring studies on why curling pasta is impossible and the magnetic personalities of cows.
In a seismic shift for global AI dominance, pioneering computer scientist Song-Chun Zhu has left the US for China, sparking intense debate about talent, technology, and the new Cold War.
An NHS scientist and mother reveals the hilarious chaos of parenting identical twin toddlers who have masterminded the ultimate loophole to her playpen ban, in a viral TikTok story that will resonate with parents everywhere.
A leading Harvard neurologist reveals the startling impact of a popular beverage on your memory, focus, and long-term brain health. Discover the science behind the risk.
A Harvard Law School professor faces intense scrutiny after a viral video showed him aggressively confronting Charlie Kirk's Turning Point USA activists on campus, igniting a fierce debate about free speech, intellectual tolerance, and political bias with
A leading Harvard gastroenterologist issues a surprising warning about a common fruit that could be sabotaging your gut health, causing inflammation and bloating. Discover the science-backed alternatives for optimal digestion.
Laura Marie, a UK scientist, has embarked on a gruelling year-long NASA simulation to test the human limits of a future mission to the Red Planet, living in isolation with three others.
Groundbreaking research from Harvard University's Professor Avi Loeb proposes a radical theory: that an ancient extraterrestrial civilisation may have intentionally 'seeded' life on our planet using a directed panspermia probe, potentially explaining the
Exclusive: Revolutionary research from Harvard University reveals how a small change to when you eat, not just what you eat, could be the key to unlocking a longer, healthier life.
New research from Harvard suggests that eating breakfast before 7am significantly reduces the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, challenging conventional wisdom on meal timing and metabolic health.
A US federal judge has rejected Donald Trump's attempt to cut federal funding for Harvard, MIT, and Penn, dismissing his claims that the universities failed to protect Jewish students as a 'thinly veiled' attack on free speech.
Billionaire hedge fund CEO and Harvard alumnus Bill Ackman joins former President Donald Trump in calling for a halt to federal funding for elite universities, accusing them of failing to protect Jewish students from rising anti-Semitism on campus.
The Trump administration has moved to sever federal funding to Harvard University, citing concerns over free speech, foreign influence, and institutional bias. This decision sends shockwaves through the academic world and raises questions about the politi
TikTok's favourite scientist, Big Manny, is in talks with the BBC to launch a major new science show. The influencer, known for his explosive experiments, wants to make science accessible and exciting for young audiences across the UK.
An Iranian teenage science prodigy's groundbreaking research on lizards is in jeopardy after being trapped in the UK by Trump's controversial travel ban, dashing his dreams of studying at Harvard.
In a major breakthrough, scientists have released a new analysis of the legendary 1977 'WOW Signal', offering a compelling new theory that challenges the search for extraterrestrial intelligence.
The remarkable life and legacy of Bob Owston, the pioneering computer scientist, cybersecurity expert, and digital rights activist who helped build the modern internet and tirelessly defended online liberties.