Traumatic childhood may increase the risk of drug addiction

Research examines the link between a traumatic upbringing and personality traits which increase the risk of addiction.

Ham Hill digs enhance picture of Iron Age life

A second season of excavations at Britain’s biggest Iron Age hill-fort has uncovered remains of Roman weaponry, and the site of the first “ham stone” house.

Stephen Hawking in Paralympics Opening Ceremony

A thought-provoking extravaganza marking the beginning of the Paralympic Games was kicked off yesterday by Professor Stephen Hawking (pictured here at the Technical Rehearsal).