The Guardian Europe
London's Ulez: The 'War on Drivers' That Apparently Gave Kids Better Lungs
London's Ulez was supposed to be a war on drivers, but it turns out it's giving kids better lungs. Who knew cleaner air had benefits?
2026-08-18
The Guardian Europe
2026-07-22
ScienceDaily
Magic Mushrooms Leave Brain Looking Different a Month Later, Scientists Say
A single dose of psilocybin leaves detectable brain changes a month later, with increased neural entropy linked to lasting insight and well-being - finally, a trip that pays dividends.
2026-07-16
The Guardian
Climate Change Turns West Africa's Routine Rainy Season Into a Drowning Disaster, Scientists Confirm
Scientists confirm that climate change made West Africa's floods five times more likely and 23% more intense, because of course it did.
2026-07-15
The Guardian Europe
Probiotic Smoothies for Bees: Study Suggests They Help With Cold, But Heat Still a Killer
Probiotics and prebiotics help bees survive cold snaps, but a 40°C day still turns them into tiny toast.
2026-07-13
BBC Health
UK Heatwaves May Have Killed Over 2,700 People, Which Seems Like Something to Worry About
Experts estimate over 2,700 heat-related deaths in England and Wales during record-breaking May and June heatwaves, with climate change adding 3-4°C to temperatures.
2026-05-04
The Guardian Europe
Good News: Your Lungs Are Basically Wolverine. Bad News: You Still Shouldn't Smoke.
Turns out quitting smoking does let your lungs heal, but don't get too cocky - they're not immortal, and neither are you.
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