New law against animal activists

The government is to rush through a measure to protect British companies from vociferous animal rights extremists, a new criminal offence relating to 'economic sabotage'.

Work to resume on animal lab

Scientists at Oxford University have been given assurances that work on a controversial animal research laboratory will resume within weeks and be completed this year.

Long live couch potatoes!

A new book claims that laziness is the key to a lengthy and happy life. But not everyone is convinced, says Ian Sample.

Born under a lucky star

Researchers have found that the month you were born in could affect your health. Margaret McCartney reports.