The oldest known animal in the geological record has been identified, in a discovery that scientists are calling “the Holy Grail of palaeontology.” Fat molecules discovered on the fossil of a mysterious creature called Dickinsonia have confirmed that that it … Discuss

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Octopuses are smart. They open jars, steal fish and high-five each other. Though interactive, they’re generally asocial, and temperamental, with unique behavior patterns, like those shown by Otto, who caused blackouts at a German aquarium and Inky, who famously … Discuss

For many middle- and high-school students, giving an in-class presentation was a rite of passage. Teachers would call up students, one by one, to present their work in front of the class and, though it was often nerve-racking, many people claim it helped turn … Discuss

A lack of understanding of the important role of wasps in the ecosystem and economy is a fundamental reason why they are universally despised whereas bees are much loved, according to UCL-led research. Both bees and wasps are two of humanity’s most … Discuss