Research finds much lower risk of infant hospitalisation when mother had mRNA vaccine during pregnancyCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageBabies whose mothers get vaccinated against Covid-19 during pregnancy are less likely to be admitted to hospital for the disease after they are born, a study suggests.The new findings are the first real-world evidence that pregnant...

Researchers say taking social attitudes into account sees 2100 climate projections varying by 1.8CScientists have modelled thousands of possible futures, and found that different social attitudes could make the difference between a temperature increase of just 1.8C or 3.6C by the end of the 21st century.Researchers dived into how the complex interactions between social factors, such as public...

Good-looking people may be better at fighting infections, a study finds, so don’t feel shallow when you swipe rightName: Gorgeous people.Age: Considerable. Certainly of greater longevity than poor saps like you who’ve been battered by the ugly stick and, let’s face it, will probably die sooner than hotties like me. Continue...

Exclusive: Group representing local bodies warns that forcing people to pay for PCR tests could hit take-upCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageMinisters’ plans to scale back free PCR Covid tests could weaken the UK’s defences if a new variant of the virus emerges that results in “significant new waves” of cases, a group representing local public health chiefs has...

Watching the misfortunes of Boris Johnson or Novak Djokovic is deliciously satisfying – and unmistakably human. But is it wrong to submit to our basest instincts?No one is especially shy about the anger they feel about the partygate shambles in Downing Street, nor should they be. We are all a bit more discreet, though, about how enjoyable it is to watch the prime minister’s downfall. It hits...

Reports of conflicting results are common if mystifying; however, scientists have a number of explanationsCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageLateral flow tests (LFTs) are an increasing part of our everyday lives. But for some individuals, a persistent clash with their PCR test results is undermining their confidence in the system.The Guardian has been contacted by...