This week’s new questions 15. July 2026 (19:00) Why don’t dogs look up when a low-flying plane or helicopter passes overhead? I’ve never seen one do this. And what changes will occur on Earth as the moon moves further away from us?(New Scientist)
Can consciousness be quantum? We may now have an answer 15. July 2026 (18:00) A mathematical analysis suggests that the notion of agency, which is a prerequisite for consciousness, cannot be purely quantum in nature(New Scientist)
Nicotine pouches may cause receding gums 15. July 2026 (17:30) Nicotine pouches aren't typically associated with the same health harms as similar products that also contain tobacco, but they have now been linked to receding gums and oral irritation(New Scientist)
We’re finally learning what happens to gifted children in adulthood 15. July 2026 (17:00) A spate of new studies is revealing the lifelong impact of being marked as exceptional during childhood – and the results suggest we may need to revise how we view giftedness(New Scientist)
Can everyone live a ‘good life’ without destroying the planet? 14. July 2026 (17:00) Cutting back on our use of energy and materials so that we live within Earth’s means can seem like an insurmountable challenge. But after a decade grappling with these problems, a historic Portuguese city is beginning to walk this tightrope(New Scientist)
