Rabbits that can’t jump help scientists find ‘hop’ gene in kangaroos

How the kangaroo got its hop: Experiments with a rare type of rabbit that can’t jump uncover the key gene needed for animals to leap Researchers studied the genetics of the rare sauteur d’Alfort rabbit and offspring They bred the rabbits with different breeds to see if the offspring could jump The genetics were then compared … Read more

Who’ll find love on our virtual date? This week it’s Karis, 33 and Danny, 36

Karis, 33, (pictured) has been single for 18 months and has no children KARIS, 33 Dating Past I had a few short-term partners in my early 20s, followed by a seven-year relationship. We were married for three years, but separated 18 months ago as we didn’t want the same things. I’ve been working out what … Read more

Johnny Depp: Actor to find out if he can appeal against High Court ruling that he beat Amber Heard

Johnny Depp will find out tomorrow whether he can bring an appeal against a damning High Court ruling that he assaulted ex-wife Amber Heard and left her in ‘fear for her life’.  Following a three-week trial in July last year, Mr Justice Nicol dismissed the Hollywood star’s libel claim against the publisher of The Sun, … Read more

Find out if you are tech-savvy with this incredibly difficult quiz

Are YOU tech savvy? 10-question quiz will test your knowledge on everything from cryptocurrency to coding Find out if you are tech-savvy with this incredibly tricky technology challenge Quizmaster Tal Garner shared the ten-question multiple choice quiz to Playbuzz The quiz tests your knowledge of computers, the internet and tech creations  By Kate Dennett For … Read more

Make-up artist reveals how you can find a sharpener in many of your products

No more blunt pencils! Make-up artist surprises followers by revealing secret sharpener hidden at the bottom of eye and lip liners TikTok user @ayrshirefacepaints revealed there’s a sharpener in end of products She said you could find it in many of your brow pencils, eyeliners and lip liners  Make-up artist demonstrated where you could find … Read more

How to read a balance sheet and find out if a company is financially sound

Making sense of a balance sheet is important when you’re deciding whether or not to buy shares, because you want to be sure a company you’re investing in is not heading for trouble. Tom Stevenson, investment director at Fidelity International, explains the basics of reading a balance sheet using drinks giant Britvic as his test … Read more

Strictly Come Dancing bosses scouring TikTok to find social media stars for next series

‘It’s important we have a cross section of ages’: Strictly Come Dancing bosses scouring TikTok to find social media stars for next series to appeal to younger viewers By Sean O’grady For Mailonline Published: 20:58 GMT, 21 March 2021 | Updated: 20:58 GMT, 21 March 2021 Strictly Come Dancing bosses are scouring TikTok to find … Read more

Police find body in woods during hunt for missing Amy Springer

Police find body in woods during hunt for missing Amy Springer, 20, whose disappearance from home three days ago was described as ‘out of character’ By Jack Wright For Mailonline Published: 14:25 GMT, 21 March 2021 | Updated: 14:27 GMT, 21 March 2021 Detectives searching for a woman who vanished three days ago today found … Read more

Why you DON’T need eight hours sleep: Expert Olivia Arezzolo reveals how to find your ideal number

We’ve all been told time and time again that eight hours is the optimal number for sleep, but one expert claims that there is no ‘magic number’ that suits all. Olivia Arezzolo, from Sydney, said while some people need eight or nine hours to function to their best, others can get by and be productive … Read more

Who’ll find love on our virtual date? This week it’s Helen, 38 and Alex, 36,

Helen, 38, (pictured) has been single for a year and has no children  HELEN, 38  DATING PAST? I’ve had a few long- term partners and lived with one ex. I know some singletons think they’ve lost a year of dating due to the pandemic, but I’ve enjoyed going on virtual dates and socially distanced walks; … Read more