A recent discovery has been made which sheds much more light on a fascinating topic - the extensive trade between the Vikings and the Islamic world.

Scientists have come up with a novel way to make a normal microscope lens into a superlens, capable of viewing extremely small things.

There has been a very interesting article on BBC News this week and many of our readers have sent it as a link. Thank you all for this fascinating insight into a unique and unusual craft.

In India, a new use for silk, where the material is plentiful and cheap, has been found. It is being used to make test strips for diabetes.

This year we are celebrating Christmas in the beautiful city of Florence.

Science has discovered that the silk of the brown recluse spider is truly amazing.

OK. So it is not real silk but this application lets you draw and create your very own soundworld. Fun!