Mystery origin of iconic Stonehenge Altar Stone deepens as search narrows

05 November 2026

The hunt for the source of Stonehenge's mysterious Altar Stone has entered a new phase after scientists rule out several previously proposed locations and move a step closer to identifying its origins.

Rise of personalised AI companions – new study

07 September 2026

The potential for AI personal assistants to become a regular part of people’s daily lives will be explored in a major new study at Aberystwyth University.

‘Encouraging’ global mangrove cover increase despite losses in key regions, data reveals

20 August 2026

Global mangrove cover - vegetation vital to tackling climate change - has increased over the past 40 years, despite significant losses in some key regions, according to new analysis.

Ben Lake MP sees Aberystwyth University’s pioneering work fighting malaria

11 August 2026

Ceredigion Preseli MP Ben Lake has visited Aberystwyth University to learn about their research contributing to the fight against malaria.

Lessons from Canada on assisted dying

10 August 2026

Writing in The Conversation, Dr Bethany Simmonds explains how Canada’s assisted-dying law has expanded since 2016. What can England and Wales learn about safeguards, eligibility and social pressure?

Ten simple and proven ways to reduce your exposure to pollutants in your home

30 July 2026

Writing in The Conversation, Becky Underwood from the Department of Geography and Earth Sciences discusses expert advice on reducing exposure to harmful pollutants and toxic chemicals found in modern life.

Mapping the Brexit vote – researchers appeal for hidden ‘boxcounts’

12 May 2026

Ten years on from the UK’s referendum on EU membership, an ambitious effort is underway to create the most detailed map of Brexit voting patterns to date.

Welsh election: why immigration is important to voters in the ‘Nation of Sanctuary’

07 May 2026

Writing in The Conversation, Rhys Dafydd Jones explains that the Welsh government offers support to refugees and asylum seekers in devolved areas such as health, education and housing.