Professor of Anatomy, University of Bristol
Can aching joints really predict the weather? Exploring the science behind the stormy debate
Feb 03, 2025 11:00 am UTC| Insights & Views Health
For centuries, people have claimed that their aching joints can predict changes in the weather, often reporting increased discomfort before rain or cold fronts. Given the scale and duration, there is a sense of legitimacy...
Food and medicine that can change your skin colour – sometimes permanently
Jan 21, 2025 12:58 pm UTC| Insights & Views Life Health
When an 84-year-old man in Hong Kong went to hospital with an enlarged prostate, doctors were startled to see that his skin and even the whites of his eyes had turned silver-grey. A deeper investigation revealed silver...
South African telescope discovers a giant galaxy that’s 32 times bigger than Earth’s