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July 30, 2026
Six of history’s most dangerous fashion trends
Staying on top of the latest fashion trends can sometimes mean sacrificing your own health... read the full article on The Conversation
August 10, 2026
Can DNA from cave paintings tell us who the artists were?
Perhaps the most evocative windows into the minds of our ancient ancestors are the images... read the full article on The Conversation
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
August 4, 2026
Seis das mais perigosas tendências de moda da história
Ficar em dia com as últimas tendências da moda pode, às vezes, significar sacrificar a... read the full article on The Conversation
July 31, 2026
Poochmaxxing: the wellness industry is coming for your pets
I am a runner who loves being active alongside my dogs. Actually, I am more... read the full article on The Conversation
August 4, 2026
Ghana’s housing problem goes beyond numbers – it’s also about quality
For years, Ghana’s housing debate has revolved around one headline figure: a national shortage commonly... read the full article on The Conversation
July 29, 2026
The ten best short novels under 150 pages – chosen by experts
A novel doesn’t need to be a hefty tome to change your life. Forget War... 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
July 10, 2026
Why you are seeing bees struggling to survive this summer
You may be spotting bodies of dead bumblebees lying across pavements near you in the... read the full article on The Conversation
July 21, 2026
Soon, there will be so much electricity you might be paid to use it
Imagine a perfect summer weekend day: a cloudless blue sky with a gentle breeze. Solar... read the full article on The Conversation