Why your body clock matters more than you think

In the 17th century, the great maritime nations were vying to solve a puzzle that had confounded philosophers for many centuries: how to determine exact positions on the Earth’s surface. And in Britai

I n 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue. That, at least, is what the famous rhyme tells us. Memorising such dates is a common experience of being taught history – a cliché superbly lampooned by the w

It may sound like an indie band you’d find on a small stage at a festival, but ‘circadian rhythm’ actually refers to our internal body clocks. Scholars going back to ancient times have studied the pro

Without the Sun’s warmth and light there would be no life on Earth. And if you agree it’s the best kind of weather to walk in, then come with us to the South Downs.

The last Sunday of October each year marks the end of daylight-saving time. Time to put your clocks back an hour and embrace the longer nights of upcoming winter. But fear not: running at night can be