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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 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
April 30, 2026
Exams: how to use exercise to boost your revision
It’s revision season. If you’re a student preparing for upcoming exams, you might be tempted... read the full article on The Conversation
June 5, 2026
The Fifa men’s World Cup 2026 could be too big for its own good
The Fifa men’s football World Cup is one of the most powerful brands in sport,... read the full article on The Conversation
April 28, 2026
Why the dawn chorus sounds different from place to place
Each May, nature lovers get out of bed early to experience the seasonal wonder of... read the full article on The Conversation
June 12, 2026
What John Healey’s resignation as defence secretary means for Keir Starmer and the UK
John Healey resigned as defence secretary following continued disagreement between Downing Street, the Treasury and... read the full article on The Conversation
May 8, 2026
Pet loss is difficult for people – what about for other pets?
I recently lost one of my cocker spaniels, Bobbi. She was fit, healthy and active,... read the full article on The Conversation
May 1, 2026
Ten compelling poems about climate change – chosen by our experts
We asked ten literary experts to recommend the climate poem that has spoken to them... read the full article on The Conversation
April 29, 2026
Do birds have accents? The fascinating regional differences in birdsong
Birds sing the most around an hour before dawn, when the air is at its... 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