Solar farm on the ocean outperforms land-based solar in Taiwan 19. May 2026 (18:00) A solar farm in a tidal bay has generated more electricity and profits than a nearby coastal solar farm, but challenges could arise as floating solar moves further offshore(New Scientist)
Colossal claims an artificial eggshell will help it bring back the moa 19. May 2026 (14:09) Colossal Biosciences, the company that says it resurrected the dire wolf, now says it has developed artificial eggshells so it can replicate the huge eggs of the moa. Independent experts say this isn't nearly enough to bring back these giant birds(New Scientist)
Odd “butterfly” molecule could lead to new parts of the quantum realm 19. May 2026 (12:00) An exotic new molecule is shaped like a butterfly, complete with "wings" made from electrons. The discovery could provide a gateway to completely new parts of the quantum realm(New Scientist)
The future of robot armies is here – and it’s not what you think 19. May 2026 (11:00) Robots are becoming more a part of our lives every year, and worries about a robot army rising up have long plagued the technology. But columnist Annalee Newitz talks to nanobot researchers and finds out the real robot army could be a welcome solution to medical or environmental problems(New Scientist)
Floatation tanks deployed to combat PTSD after devastating wildfires 18. May 2026 (19:00) Maui in Hawaii experienced some of the worst wildfires in US history in 2023. Amid concerns of a PTSD epidemic, floatation tanks are being deployed to the island to help restore people's mental health(New Scientist)
Flotation tanks deployed to combat PTSD after devastating wildfires 18. May 2026 (19:00) Maui in Hawaii experienced some of the worst wildfires in US history in 2023. Amid concerns of a PTSD epidemic, flotation tanks are being deployed to the island to help restore people's mental health(New Scientist)
How I used psychology to come back from the worst year of my life 18. May 2026 (18:00) Work, illness, divorce: life is riddled with stressors out of your control. But research is revealing new ways to cope with these challenges and find hope instead of despair(New Scientist)
