Sports video games

New research shows that playing sports video games can increase participation in real sports, especially among young men and boys.

Conspiracy For Good

"Heroes" creator Tim Kring and Nokia unveiled Conspiracy For Good, an inaugural movement that blends online and real-world tasks to effect social change through audience participation.

The Capello Index

The presentation of the Capello Index last month caused quite a stir in the English press. But it’s really an attempt to inject some scientific objectivity into the world of football.

Graduate sets world record

A graduate set a new world record on after rowing around Great Britain, raising £20,000 for both the Army Benevolent Fund and Help for Heroes.

Nestlé wellness initiatives

With the expansion of education programmes worldwide, Nestlé has highlighted its commitment to nutrition and health on World Health Day.

Inspiring Young Minds

Since the official start of Inspiring Young Minds in China in May 2009, the programme has seen encouraging results by providing basic network infrastructure for 40 schools.

World's finest vodka

Russia may lay claim to a 600-year tradition of vodka making but England has officially become the home of the world's finest vodka.

Luxury hot chocolate

Rich, foamy, quality hot chocolate will now be achievable at home with a revolutionary process developed by Cambridge Design Partnership.

Effects of caffeine

The stimulatory effects of caffeine may be nothing more than an illusion as research shows there is no real benefit to be gained from that morning cup of coffee.

Treadmills for dogs

Fit Fur Life treadmills are specifically catered for canine needs. They are supplied in four sizes to suit all breeds.

Climate change awareness

A new interactive Google Earth map showing the impacts of a 4°C world was launched today by the UK Government.

Telephone access in Africa

In order to provide telephone access for people in rural Africa who lack electricity, Orange is deploying solar generators to power its mobile phone stations.

Treating diabetes

Scientists could be one step closer to developing a unique painkiller for millions of people worldwide with diabetes.

Obesity in Europe

According to the International Obesity Taskforce, the number of overweight children has soared to approximately 22 million, of whom 5 million are obese.

Glass toothpaste

Researchers have developed new glasses for use in toothpastes aimed at eliminating tooth pain that occurs on taking hot or cold foodstuffs into the mouth.

Backpack in Style

Round the World Experts has launched a package that combines bestselling itineraries for backpackers with stays at some of the best value accommodation in the world.

Travel by train

Thanks to a research project that has received €2.6 million of EU funding, Europeans face less disruption when travelling by train this summer.

Travel health advice

Air travel can play havoc with your health. So what steps do flight attendants take to avoid the pitfalls?