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Behind the scenes with the Prince of Darkness as he battles illness and prepares for his final gig. Plus: confessions of a pioneering brain surgeon. Here’s what to watch this evening

An anti-work activist and a nepo volunteer join the group for a research study in Dan Bishop’s polished play

The tenor had tumour-removal surgeries two decades ago

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) have become public enemy number one in nutrition debates. From dementia to obesity and an epidemic of “food addiction”, these factory-made products, including crisps, ready meals, fizzy drinks and packaged snacks, are blamed for a wide range of modern health problems. Some experts argue that they’re “specifically…

When I ask a lecture theatre full of students how they would feel if they could never listen to a piece of music again, most are horrified. Many have been plugged into their headphones until the moment the class begins. But without fail, one or two will shyly admit that…

Alzheimer’s disease steals memories and devastates lives. Yet despite an abundance of research, the earliest brain changes that trigger this disease still remain unclear, making it challenging to find effective treatments.

Irish fashion designer Martha Nolan-O'Slatarra's death remains under investigation as detectives question whether she had brain cancer, with toxicology tests and a second autopsy underway in the US.

For International Relaxation Day I explore how changing my evening routine helped me start winding down, and sleeping, better.

Everyone likes to think they’re great listeners. People nod along, make eye contact, and even toss in the occasional “mm-hmm” to prove they’re engaged. But the truth? The human brain is a sneaky multitasker, constantly wandering to what’s for lunch, tomorrow’s deadlines, or a random song stuck on loop. The…