Autism and ADHD are on the rise due to widening diagnostic criteria 17. June 2026 (17:00) A study of 140,000 people suggests that a broadening of the diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD explains the sharp rise in diagnoses, but that doesn't mean too many people are being told they are autistic or have ADHD(New Scientist)
The secrets to keeping your brain sharp in old age 16. June 2026 (18:00) Neurologist Emily Rogalski studies "superagers" – people in their 80s or 90s with unusually keen memories, whose lifestyles suggest ways to slow cognitive decline(New Scientist)
A quantum state that lasts forever may finally be within our grasp 16. June 2026 (16:00) Defying the laws of thermodynamics, experiments are beginning to show that a quantum state that is frozen forever might not be impossible. If we can tame it, it could unlock whole new types of matter(New Scientist)
Walking shark found in Papua New Guinea is new to science 16. June 2026 (15:00) Hemiscyllium dudgeonae is the tenth recorded species of walking shark, which use their pectoral fins to move across reef flats, and its limited range means it may be at high risk of extinction(New Scientist)
Autism may have two distinct subtypes that vary by brain activity 16. June 2026 (14:00) Evidence is mounting that there are distinct subtypes of autism, and now, scientists have found that the condition can vary according to the strength of people's brain connections(New Scientist)
Arctic Ocean reaches tipping point that could be dire for marine life 16. June 2026 (13:06) Disappearing sea ice is letting more sunlight in the Arctic Ocean and boosting phytoplankton growth, but this has depleted a crucial nutrient, which could severely affect animals higher up the food chain(New Scientist)
Technology is changing our perspective on nature – at every scale 16. June 2026 (11:00) Inspired by Ariel Waldman’s docuseries Life Unearthed, columnist Annalee Newitz explores how microscopes, drones and specialised cameras are giving us an unprecedented view of nature from many different vantage points(New Scientist)
Sperm have been made magnetic to allow IVF inside the body 15. June 2026 (18:00) IVF could be done inside the body using sperm that have been magnetised, allowing them to be directed to an egg while getting around the need for invasive egg retrievals and embryo transfers(New Scientist)
