When, where and how did life originate? In light of recent advances in biochemistry and evolutionary biology, scientists are exploring the deeply mysterious beginnings of life ... and beyond.
Disease-controlling drugs can be absorbed in the body more efficiently and without food, in a new development by scientists.
New research has shown that the 200 year-old siltation problem in Tasmania's Tamar River is a symptom of broader environmental damage and will not be solved by dredging alone.
The international boycott, divestment and sanctions campaign against Israel is a byproduct of the second Palestinian intifada and the collapse of the Oslo peace process.
If you had told me in 2005 I'd be writing a newspaper column about Facebook's global impact, I wouldn't have believed you. But here I am.
Just over twelve months after the death of its infamous leader, Al Qaeda once again looms large in evening news reports.