Cold-water swimming has benefits for the brain as well as the body 26. November 2025 (19:28) There is a growing body of research on the physical benefits of going for a dip in chilly water, but now researchers are starting to find that cold-water swimming may also be reshaping our brains for the better in lasting ways(New Scientist)
The science of swimming trunks – including tightness analysis 26. November 2025 (19:00) Feedback dives into a new piece of research on the merits of swimming briefs or looser swimming shorts – and raises an eyebrow at its conclusion(New Scientist)
The 13 best popular science books of 2025 26. November 2025 (19:00) Women's hidden extra work, positive tipping points and new thinking on autism – there's much to chew on in this year's best reads, says Liz Else(New Scientist)
Why memory manipulation could be one of humanity's healthiest ideas 26. November 2025 (19:00) It might sound like dystopian science fiction, but discovering how to reshape memories responsibly is helping us to heal the brain from within, says Steve Ramirez(New Scientist)
The 12 best science fiction books of 2025 26. November 2025 (19:00) From drowned worlds to virtual utopias via deep space, wild ideas abound in Emily H. Wilson's picks for her favourite sci-fi reads of the year(New Scientist)
COP30: The UN climate summits are no longer fit for purpose 26. November 2025 (19:00) The final COP30 agreement fails to even mention fossil fuels. Countries wanting to tackle climate change must not wait for the next meeting to take action(New Scientist)
Pandas use tools to scratch thanks to a strange evolutionary quirk 26. November 2025 (17:25) Captive giant pandas have been seen breaking off twigs and bamboo pieces to scratch hard-to-reach spots, using a crude opposable thumb that other bears don’t have(New Scientist)
