Mathematician wins 2026 Abel prize for solving 60-year-old mystery 19. March 2026 (12:00) Gerd Faltings shocked mathematicians around the world for his 1983 proof of the Mordell conjecture, which brought together seemingly disparate mathematical fields(New Scientist)
How worried should you be about ultra-processed foods? 19. March 2026 (09:00) We are constantly told to watch out for the health risks of eating ultra-processed food, but should you be worried every time you sit down for a meal? Sam Wong takes a look at the evidence(New Scientist)
Boosting the blood-brain barrier could avert brain damage in athletes 18. March 2026 (19:00) The neurodegenerative condition chronic traumatic encephalopathy appears to be driven by damage to the blood-brain barrier due to repetitive head injuries, like those that occur in boxing. This suggests that drugs that strengthen this barrier could prevent or slow the condition(New Scientist)
It's time to monetise the moon! Definitely! Maybe? 18. March 2026 (19:00) Feedback discovers an accounting firm has unveiled its latest "lunar market assessment", which predicts huge profits to be had. Suit up, lunar entrepreneurs!(New Scientist)
