Why do humans have pubic hair? (Part 2)
The previous answers to this question discussed the protective effects of pubic hair, but could the reason we have it be down to smell?
Regulars
This week’s new questions
Regulars
Tom Gauld on messages from advanced alien civilisations
Regulars
Twisteddoodles on Cancer, Leo and Aquarius
Regulars
Earth
Dazzling photograph of pink-breasted galahs in Australian desert
Regulars
Lifting the curtain on a century-old theatre trapdoor seating system
Regulars
What happens if I shine a torch when moving at the speed of light?
Regulars
Can the drag of hair tied in a pony tail slow down elite runners?
Regulars
This week’s new questions
Regulars
Space
Watch out for three meteor showers set to occur in October
A triptych of meteor showers will pepper the sky this month: the Draconids, the Orionids and the Taurids. Here is how and when to spot them, writes Abigail Beall
Regulars
Tom Gauld on the Grand Old Duke of York’s chief scientist
Regulars
Twisteddoodles on a scientist’s weaknesses
Regulars
Earth
Striking photos show scale of development in sub-Saharan Africa
Regulars
Why do I see extra colours bands below the typical bow of a rainbow?
Regulars