What 7 fiendishly hard puzzles tell us about the nature of mathematics 06. May 2025 (18:00) 25 years ago, a $1 million reward was promised to anyone who could solve one of seven incredibly hard maths riddles. With only one of them now solved, what will it take to crack the rest?(New Scientist)
Landslide rescuers to get help from rapid analysis of seismic data 06. May 2025 (13:54) Being able to quickly pinpoint the location of events such as landslides and pyroclastic flows will help rescue efforts, say the team behind a new technique for doing so(New Scientist)
Shingles vaccine linked with lower risk of many common heart problems 06. May 2025 (02:05) Shingles is associated with an increased chance of health problems like strokes and heart attacks, but receiving a shingles jab seems to curb the risk of such cardiovascular problems(New Scientist)
US government is using AI for unprecedented social media surveillance 06. May 2025 (00:00) Under the Trump administration, multiple US government agencies are using AI and other tools to broadly track the social media of tourists and immigrants – and potentially to watch US citizens as well(New Scientist)
Psychedelics may boost mental health by dampening inflammation 05. May 2025 (21:29) Psychedelic drugs like MDMA and psilocybin may help treat depression, anxiety and other mental health conditions by reducing the number of inflammatory cells around the brain(New Scientist)
How to harness your emotions for a happier, calmer life 05. May 2025 (18:00) From anger to envy, research is revealing how to shift your mental state and put bad feelings to good use – with benefits for longevity, relationships and mental health(New Scientist)
The world, the universe and us: We're relaunching our weekly podcast 03. May 2025 (12:00) After 300 episodes of New Scientist Weekly, it's time for a refresh. Our flagship podcast has a new name but remains a show that can restore optimism and nourish your brain(New Scientist)
