What happens when we make friends across borders? Two writers talk about their British-Italian friendship – and the fascinating cognitive science on such cross-cultural bonds.

Suggesting that natural products or ingredients are inherently superior to those that are synthetic is a common flaw in reasoning used by brands and politicians alike.

Sanjana Bhambhani's ancestors fled their homeland during India's Partition – and her family gradually lost their mother tongue. Can she now reclaim it?

Yoga has been found to physically alter your brain in ways which could bring a multitude of physical and mental health benefits.

People are turning to 'grief apps' to cope with the loss of family and friends. But the new world of death data raises troubling questions.

It can be difficult to find motivation to keep fit when it's cold and dark outside. Here are some expert tips on how to stay active during the winter months.

People say they don't want to be sad, but their online habits disagree. Content that channels sorrow for views has become a ubiquitous part of online culture. Why does it work?

Grief has long thought to be a human trait, but other animals – from killer whales to crows – also appear to suffer loss when a companion dies.