Life Briefing: The West’s unprecedented winter could fuel a summer of disaster Strategic angle: Record-low snowpack and an early heatwave could mean a higher risk of drought and fire in coming months. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Life Briefing: Artemis 2 countdown underway Strategic angle: The two-day countdown for the Artemis 2 mission around the moon started March 30 with NASA officials reporting no major issues for the launch. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Life Briefing: Food safety, soils and manure: How a systemic approach can prevent health risks Strategic angle: Exploring the benefits of recycling animal manure to combat soil acidification and enhance agricultural yields. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Life Briefing: More drilling in North Sea ‘not the answer’ for UK energy security, say former military leaders Strategic angle: Government urged to prioritize renewable energy sources over fossil fuels. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Life Briefing: ‘A national scandal’: trawlers scour seabeds of supposedly protected UK waters Strategic angle: Campaigners argue that overfished marine areas are ‘protected only on paper’ as precious ocean life faces threats. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Life Briefing: Fires Tear Through Nebraska Grasslands Strategic angle: Dry, warm, and windy conditions across the U.S. Great Plains led to extreme fire activity in March 2026. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Life Briefing: Rubbish and recycling in England: what’s changing and why it matters Strategic angle: Nationwide reforms aim to standardise collections and expand food waste recycling to tackle stagnating rates. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Life Briefing: Legged robot could accelerate resource prospecting on the moon and the search for life on Mars Strategic angle: Innovative technology aims to enhance planetary exploration efficiency. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Life Briefing: Spice up your life! Five restaurants in the Paris region where you can eat spicy food Strategic angle: Mexican chipotle, Korean kimchi, Tunisian harissa: Whether mild or fiery, these condiments add zest to dishes from around the world. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Life Quadratic gravity theory reshapes quantum view of Big Bang Waterloo scientists have developed a new way to understand how the universe began, potentially altering our understanding of the Big Bang. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Life Briefing: German firms trapped between US and China, study finds Strategic angle: Germany's largest companies are deeply entangled with rival businesses in China and the US, according to new research. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Life Briefing: Tropical geckos in Australia are more adaptable than we thought Strategic angle: New research reveals the remarkable adaptability of tropical geckos in response to environmental changes. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Life Briefing: New forensic tool provides intelligence to link serial killer victims by analyzing facial similarities Strategic angle: Researchers at Murdoch University have developed a forensic intelligence tool to help police link victims of serial offenders through facial analysis. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Life Briefing: Your post-gym protein shake may get a taste upgrade: Manufacturing can improve whey protein drink palatability Strategic angle: New research suggests that the taste and texture of protein shakes can be enhanced by modifying whey protein production methods. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Life Briefing: Scientists discover sleep switch that builds muscle, burns fat, and boosts brainpower Strategic angle: Deep sleep activates a brain-driven system that enhances growth hormone, impacting muscle strength, metabolism, and mental performance. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Life Briefing: How the solar wind really works Strategic angle: The sun, our nearest star, never stops breathing. Every second of every day, it exhales a vast stream of charged particles that sweeps outward through the solar system. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Life Briefing: How scientists prepare expeditions in remote environments Strategic angle: Scientific expeditions require meticulous planning and preparation to ensure success in challenging conditions. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Life Briefing: Spaceflight Captures Audiences When It Centers on People Strategic angle: Human space travel is hazardous, making personal stories resonate more with viewers. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Life Briefing: What learning English means to migrants Strategic angle: Learning English is crucial for adult migrants in the UK, yet many struggle with the language. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Life Briefing: Human touch leaves chicks feeling happy, study finds Strategic angle: New research shows that gentle human interactions can positively affect baby chicks. Editorial Staff Mar 31