How hot-air balloons fly

THE HOWL OF a British V12, the growl of an American V8. Even up here the dominant soundtracks that accompany the Le Mans 24 Hours are all too distinct as miniature Aston Martin Valkyries and Cadillac

How far can you run? One kilometre? Five? 10 perhaps? Maybe you’re fit enough to run a half-marathon without too much fuss. Possibly even a full one. Whatever your record for distance might be, it’s n

Amazing answers to your curious questions

None of us plans to be caught in a gale, but if it happens then both the boat and the crew must cope. Jake Kavanagh speaks to Jester Challenge skippers and asks how they get ready for stormy weather

What the scientists are saying… Heatwaves have ...

Heatwaves are becoming more frequent in the UK, and we need to adapt when they occur. Kieran O’Brien MRCVS explains how to help horses handle high heat