British scientists have developed genetically modified potatoes that are resistant to the vegetable's biggest threat - blight.

Researchers claim their new study is compelling confirmation that weaknesses in firearm laws in the US lead to deaths from gun violence.

The EU freezes talks with Switzerland over its participation in EU research and education programmes amid tensions over immigration.

Scientists make an impassioned plea for a responsible approach to industrial mining of deep-ocean resources such as high-value metals.