Digital screen time for under-twos is associated with long-term impacts on health and quality of life, and limited benefits, ...

Strong and consistent evidence shows that the entire climate system is continuing to heat, driving rapid global warming. Human activities pushed global warming to 1.37°C in 2025, and its level is ...

Producer Sheena Whitemore (left) learnt invaluable language skills at Leeds, which opened doors for her to work on shows like Tucci in Italy Using talents honed at Leeds, two alumni produced Stanley ...

The University of Leeds has strengthened its research collaboration with Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee. Mayor of West Yorkshire, Tracy Brabin signed a ‘Healthtech Bridge’ agreement ...

Tropical forests help to generate vast amounts of rainfall each year, adding weight to arguments for protecting them as water and climate pressures increase, say researchers. A new study led by the ...

Deforestation is leading to temperature increases of up to 5°C in some tropical regions, according to data revealed in a new interactive map created by researchers at the University of Leeds. The ...

Scientists have unlocked a way to dye polyester using 90% fewer chemicals and 40% less water. Fizzy water was the key to making polyester dye less harmful to the environment in the creation of a new ...

Scientists have made a breakthrough in monitoring insect populations across the UK using an unexpected tool: weather radar. Traditionally used to track rainfall and storms, these radars are now ...

A Leeds alum will be inaugurated as President of Ireland following the country’s election vote. Catherine Connolly became the country’s 10th president after Irish voters went to the polls on Friday 24 ...

Legislation to restrict supermarket sales of foods high in fat, sugar or salt (HFSS) has led to a marked reduction in purchases, according to the first ever independent analysis. The research, which ...

A new, free, online support package aims to empower parents of young autistic children to look after their dental health – and reduce levels of tooth decay and surgery. It follows a study led by the ...