Have you got football fever? It’s a real thing, according to boffins – they claim fans experience an average 41% more stress on matchdays, leading to higher heart rates and blood pressure. There’s a lot of it about, with the World Cup now in full swing. Here we look at some more nuggets of football science fact.The first to start with is the 'magic Magnus' effect - involving England legend David Beckham. Although he may not be known for his talent as a physicist, when he curled a free kick into the goal, he was exploiting…

The UK heatwave is driving rats indoors - but this cheap natural rat deterrent could help keep your home pest-free this summer10:49, 26 Jun 2026Updated 10:50, 26 Jun 2026View ImageRats are invading UK homes in the heatwave, experts said(Image: Getty Images)Property owners are being warned as pest control specialists deliver grim predictions of what could be "the worst summer for rat invasions ever". The scorching temperatures might be leaving us all wilting - but they're having the same effect on rodents, who are apparently…

A major incident has been declared at Dunkeswell Airfield in Devon this morning (June 26) with dozens of emergency services vehicles at the scene amid unconfirmed reports of an aircraft incident11:29, 26 Jun 2026Updated 11:34, 26 Jun 2026View ImageEmergency services are at the scene(Image: Teressa Sidnell)Emergency services are currently dealing with what seems to be a significant incident at Dunkeswell Airfield in Devon. Numerous fire brigades, police cars, and ambulances have been spotted at the airfield this morning…

No generation of British sports fans can recall an era when Wimbledon wasn't the most coveted ticket of the summer and Serena Williams' grass-court comeback will only add to that when the draw is made on Friday morning.Wimbledon is, arguably, the crown jewel in this nation's sporting heritage. This year's Championships will deliver the same captivating blend of outstanding tennis and emotional highs and lows, in a legendary venue, that mesmerises the country and beyond every summer. A thoroughly British establishment but,…