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Quotidian extraordinaire!

In this section we take all your question marks, straighten them out and add a dot to the bottom. You'll gasp, do a "wow!", jump up and down and then repeat the same dance of amazement with the next article. Remember to mail us if you have any gnawing "How does x work" questions. We'll phone up ol' Stevey H.


The science of fairy tales: Rapunzel

07 November 2008
hairCan human hair support the weight of another person?


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The science behind chick flicks: Love at first sight

14 October 2008

heartsDon’t shake your head in disbelief! It’s true - you can even find science in a movie where the plot revolves solely around Julia Roberts and Hugh Grant’s kiss.


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Get connected!

22 September 2008
adslHaven’t said goodbye to your dial up? You should, as ADSL makes life so much easier.


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