As the Vanbrugh Quartet get a lifetime achievement award, Gregory Ellis reflects on his 30 years with the group, writes Cathy Desmond

Homosexual behaviour may have evolved to promote social bonding in humans, according to new research.

Women who have been abused and who experience strong mood changes in tandem with their menstrual cycle also feel pain more acutely than other women, according to new research.

THE daughters of one of Ireland’s most important composers watched with pride last night as their father’s life was celebrated.