Static electricity is still a mystery — here’s what we know
Nature, Published online: 19 March 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-00904-2A jolt of new research could help scientists finally understand static electricity. Plus, how …
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Germany detains two suspected of spying for Russia
The suspects allegedly surveilled a German national who supplied drones and related components to Ukraine, prosecutors said.
World Cup fans file ticket price complaint at EU
World Cup tickets are reaching eye-watering prices, with one seat resold for over €163,000. Fans are asking the EU to …
AI set to map risks of future climate disasters
Nature, Published online: 18 March 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-00835-yWarning systems can engage people on a personal level — if they are built …
How to fix Germany's costly health care system
A special commission has presented a raft of proposals aimed at curbing Germany's spiraling health care costs. But whether the …
‘Can it run Doom?’ — why scientists got brain cells and a satellite to play the classic game
Nature, Published online: 13 March 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-00845-wNature staff discuss some of the week's top science news.
In Iran, hope gives way to fear as conflict rages on
Nearly a month after the US-Israeli strikes on Iran began, many who hoped the regime would soon fall have been …
She was 'manipulated' by Epstein
Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit gave an interview on her ties to the late US sex offender after new details came …
Merz questions coal reform amid Mideast crisis
With global energy supplies disrupted, Chancellor Friedrich Merz said it may be necessary to keep Germany's coal-fired plants online for …
World Cup 2026: Cost, Trump and travel give world fans pause
As teams battle it out for the final six spots, loyal fans are making plans for World Cup 2026. DW …
US judge blocks Trump order that barred funding for NPR, PBS
A federal judge has blocked a presidential directive that barred funding for NPR and PBS media entities. Separately, an appeals …
India news: Three Indian cities among top four most polluted, says report
Three of the world's four most polluted cities are in India, IQAir says. Meanwhile, Rahul Gandhi has called Modi's foreign …
UK science leader on what’s wrong with the latest funding cuts
Nature, Published online: 11 March 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-00757-9Paul Howarth, president of the Institute of Physics, says ‘constructive dialogue’ with the government …
India reach T20 final in shootout with England
India's 253 runs in Mumbai proved just enough to best England and reach the cricket T20 World Cup final. Meanwhile, …
How I turned online misogyny about my PhD into momentum for my career
Nature, Published online: 17 March 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-04129-7A simple celebratory post about completing my PhD went viral for all the wrong …
State of Rhineland-Palatinate holds elections
Voters in Rhineland-Palatinate are set to choose a new state government. Run-off local elections are to take place in Bavaria, …
Mexico finds 2 boats lost while carrying aid to Cuba
Two sailboats had gone missing while sailing from Mexico to Havana to alleviate the humanitarian crisis in Cuba. Now, Mexican …
Houthis claim attack on Israel, Zelenskyy in UAE
Yemen's Houthi rebels have claimed an attempted missile strike on Israel, their first such attack of the war. Meanwhile, Ukraine's …
Three Indian cities among top four most polluted, says report
Loni in Uttar Pradesh has the dubious distinction of being the world's most polluted city in 2025, according to a …
Composting is an easy way to reduce food waste. Here's how to do it
If you want to help take care of the planet , there are many things you can do on an …