Mathematical physics Research update Global terrorism follows a power law Extremes acts could be more common than expected Read article: Global terrorism follows a power law
Soft matter and liquids Research update Why stalactites are all similar Computer model predicts how limestone structures grow in underground caves Read article: Why stalactites are all similar
Mathematical physics Research update Physicists tackle linguistics Two theorists in Germany have proposed a model to simulate the rise and fall of languages Read article: Physicists tackle linguistics
Mathematical physics Research update Fingerprint model makes an impression Buckling instability in skin could explain where fingerprints come from Read article: Fingerprint model makes an impression
Mathematical physics Research update The small world of Brazilian soccer Statistical physicists tackle football in its spiritual home Read article: The small world of Brazilian soccer
Structure and dynamics Research update Magic clusters double up Theorists have discovered a new family of clusters with a metal core and silver outer shell Read article: Magic clusters double up
Mathematical physics Research update Examining Newton’s darker side A new play by Carl Djerassi tackles Newton's 30-year-long dispute with Leibniz
Mathematical physics Research update Physicists tackle EU constitution Polish researchers have devised a system to ensure that the votes of all European citizens carry the same weight
Mathematical physics Opinion and reviews The greatest equations ever What equations are great, and why? Read article: The greatest equations ever