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July 2, 2026
Five hidden pitfalls of fitness tracking
Many people in the UK now use apps, smartwatches or wearable devices to track their... read the full article on The Conversation
July 1, 2026
Maternity care needs more than answers: it needs change
The Ockenden Review into maternity and neonatal services at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust was... read the full article on The Conversation
June 19, 2026
Eight ways to sleep well in hot weather
When temperatures rise, sleep often suffers. Hot nights can make it harder to fall asleep,... read the full article on The Conversation
June 23, 2026
Helping their friends to read can boost children’s attainment
In a primary school classroom, a nine-year old reads aloud to the person next to... read the full article on The Conversation
June 19, 2026
How a 45-minute family exercise session could boost thinking skills
Getting enough exercise is one of the most important things we can do for our... read the full article on The Conversation
June 24, 2026
Frida Kahlo at Tate Modern: how a radical artist became a global icon
Frida: The Making of an Icon at Tate Modern is the first major interrogation of... read the full article on The Conversation
May 28, 2026
Britain’s textile history told through 22 museums and archives
Textiles shape British life in ways we often overlook – the clothes we wear, the... read the full article on The Conversation
July 2, 2026
USA at 250: the Black American struggle for life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness
As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, there is a tension between those who... read the full article on The Conversation
June 11, 2026
Why Britain’s regeneration policies keep missing the point – expert panel
After the mainstream parties suffered big losses in Britain’s local elections in May, they might... read the full article on The Conversation
May 15, 2026
Eaten, used as taxis and vomited up: how bees support other animals
The importance of bees for pollinating wild plants and crops is well known. If we... read the full article on The Conversation