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How do insects choose their favourite weed? Scientists hoping to control weeds want to know if these insects will eat other plants or only their absolute favourite weed.

Have you ever wondered how water striders can walk on water? Wonder no longer!

Twinkle, twinkle, giant stars! Pairs of so-called ‘heartbeat’ stars change their brightness like the rhythm of a beating heart. For the first time, new models show that they also create gigantic waves.

From unstoppable scientists to terrifying natural phenomena, we’re taking on forces of nature. Naturally we hope you get a 5/5, but don’t force it!

Journalism is not just for adults. We know young writers and readers want science news that’s fascinating and fun. So, CSIRO Double Helix magazine and Letterly are hosting a “Young STEM Journalism Bootcamp” this school holidays.

The warm weather is perfect for a cool meal! Ceviche (suh-VEE-chay) is a popular dish from Central and South America that relies on lime juice to “cook” seafood without any heat.

Take a look around the zoo and you might spot animals using tools to make their lives easier. Otters use stones to crack into shells, and chimpanzees use sticks to fish up termites. But it’s not just about food. Last week, scientists wrote about a whole new example of tool-use in elephants … and one elephant may be capable of pulling a tool-based prank.

As the year starts to wrap up, people around the world are listing things they’re grateful for. We think science should top those lists! Can you top our quiz?

We have a gut feeling that you’ll like this highly digestible quiz. Are you hungry for a 5/5?

Space is huge. But exactly how huge are the spaces between the Sun, Moon and planets? Find out by making a scale model of the inner solar system at your nearby park!