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Rugby's brain-damaged players wait five years for help

Five years after The Guardian first revealed the legal action, over 1,000 former rugby players with neurodegenerative conditions remain trapped in protracted court battles. Discover why progress has stalled.

Tackle The Guardian's Expert Sudoku #7132

Dive into The Guardian's latest expert-level Sudoku puzzle, number 7132. Test your logic and deduction skills with this classic brain teaser. Can you find the solution?

Best Sci-Fi Books of 2025: A Guide

Discover the top five science fiction novels of 2025, featuring climate crisis masterpieces, cyberpunk adventures, and mind-bending alien encounters. Explore these groundbreaking stories today.

Tackle The Guardian's Hard Sudoku #7129

Ready for a mental workout? Dive into The Guardian's notoriously difficult Sudoku puzzle #7129. Test your logic and strategy with this classic brain teaser. Can you solve it?

Brain's 5 Eras & Dementia Vaccine Breakthrough

Explore the groundbreaking five-era model of brain evolution and the promising vaccine that could protect against dementia. Listen to the full Science Weekly podcast for more.

Tackle Today's Medium Sudoku Puzzle 7126

Ready for a mental workout? Dive into our latest medium-difficulty Sudoku puzzle, number 7126. Perfect for a daily brain boost. Give it a go now!

Readers share experiences of lifelong adolescence

Guardian readers respond to neuroscience findings, with one 78-year-old confirming his wife's mother's 1974 prediction that he'd always think he's 17. Explore letters on rage rooms and inaptly named places.

Oxford's 2025 Word of the Year is 'Rage Bait'

Oxford University Press names 'rage bait' as the 2025 Word of the Year, defining online content designed to provoke anger for clicks. Discover the shortlist and trends.

Why Medical Research Still Needs Animal Testing

Leading UK scientists explain why animal testing remains crucial for medical breakthroughs and why alternatives face significant biological complexities. Read their expert analysis.

Brain Science Reveals Why We Feel Lazy

Neuroscience uncovers the brain mechanisms behind apathy. Discover how dopamine and brain structure affect motivation and learn practical ways to boost your drive.

Children's Quiz: Elephant Brains & Spiky Cacti

Test your knowledge with this fun kids' quiz featuring five brainteasers set by children. Discover fascinating facts and learn how to submit your own questions for future quizzes.

Five Brain Epochs Found, But Ageing Overlooked

New Cambridge University research identifies five distinct brain development stages, yet older readers note the final two epochs receive minimal attention. Read the full analysis.

Neuroscience Pioneer John Garthwaite Dies at 76

Remembering Professor John Garthwaite, the UCL neuroscientist who revolutionised our understanding of brain communication. Discover his groundbreaking nitric oxide research.

Government denies brain drain amid youth exodus

UK government rejects claims of brain drain as data reveals nearly half of Brits leaving are young professionals. Ministers defend tax policies despite opposition criticism.

Russia develops spy pigeons with brain implants

Russian scientists create remote-controlled pigeons using neural chips for surveillance operations. The birds can fly 310 miles daily with real-time direction control. Read the shocking details.

UK migration falls to pre-pandemic low of 204,000

Official statistics reveal UK net migration dropped to 204,000 in year to June 2025, while British emigration rises sharply. Discover the implications for Britain's workforce and economy.

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