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How a 400,000-year-old elephant skeleton solved a tantalising puzzle of early human behaviour

Archaeologists discovered that early Neanderthals in Italy crafted tools from elephant bones, highlighting their adaptability and resourcefulness during a time of limited resources.

More young adults are living with their parents than previous generations did

The number of young adults living with their parents has increased by 1.5 million in the last decade, primarily due to rising housing costs. This trend highlights affordability issues and impacts young adults' independence and economic mobility.

Jane Austen and theory of mind: how literary fiction sharpens your ‘mindreading’ skills

Jane Austen's novels, particularly 'Pride and Prejudice', enhance readers' theory of mind skills by engaging them in complex emotional and mental dynamics. This matters as it fosters empathy and understanding of others' perspectives.

Around the world, migrants are being deported at alarming rates – how did this become normalised?

The US, UK, and Australia are expanding deportation practices, reflecting a trend towards authoritarianism and the criminalization of migration.

Three ways your mental and physical health will benefit from being kinder to yourself

Self-compassion fosters kindness towards oneself, reducing stress and enhancing resilience, ultimately supporting better mental and physical health.

Dodo 2.0: how close are we to the return of this long extinct bird?

Colossal Biosciences has successfully cultured pigeon cells, a step towards recreating the extinct dodo, with potential implications for wildlife conservation.

Fish ‘fingerprints’ in the ocean reveal which species are moving homes due to climate change

Research reveals that environmental DNA (eDNA) can uncover fish species migrations in response to climate change, complementing traditional survey methods.

The UK, Canada and Australia have recognised Palestine – what does that mean? Expert Q+A

The UK, Canada, and Australia are moving to formally recognize Palestine, marking a significant diplomatic shift amid ongoing conflicts.

CT scanners secretly waste more energy than used by a typical household – but there’s a fix

A study reveals that switching off unused CT scanners can significantly reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions in hospitals.

Your say: week beginning September 22

The Australian War Memorial's military history prize should be deferred due to governance issues and political correctness concerns, according to public feedback.

Australia formally recognises Palestine, as Albanese begins US visit

Australia's government officially recognizes Palestine as an independent state, aligning with Canada and the UK amid international tensions.

Curious kids: why do we dream?

The article explores various theories about why we dream, highlighting historical perspectives and modern scientific insights.