Is Donald Trump fit for office? It’s the big question of the week following an explosive anonymous editorial in the New York Times and revelations from veteran journalist Bob Woodward. The editorial even claimed that Trump’s Cabinet considered invoking the 25th amendment to remove him from office. A law professor wrote for The Conversation US about how that mechanism works – and why it probably wouldn’t in this case. Other claims included that White House staffers had removed documents from Trump’s desk in order to prevent some of his less presidential impulses. While an extreme example, officials in administrations all over the world step in to save their leaders from themselves at times without it being considered treason.

I probably spend more time than is reasonable worrying about a sink hole opening beneath my feet and dragging me into the abyss. But then again, is it really such a wild fear? After reading what these geoscientists have to say on the matter, I think perhaps not. At least they have some handy advice about how to avoid getting swallowed up while out for a stroll.

Panacea is an overused term but coconut oil really did seem, for a while, like it met the criteria to be classed as one. Cook your food with it, slather your hair in it, clean your house with it, solve all your life problems with it. But all of a sudden it has lost its shine, after being dismissed by a Harvard professor as “pure poison”. So, what’s the truth? We found out.

Sweden goes to the polls this weekend in an election that looks set to cause major political instability. Sweden Democrats, a far-right party pitching on a heavily anti-immigration policy platform, is on course to win more votes than ever – and the mainstream really doesn’t know what to do about it.

Our colleagues in Australia brought us a fascinating essay this week on the ibis – birds variously described as “bin chickens”, “tip turkeys” and “sandwich snatchers”. The long-legged critters are often considered a pest but, at the same time, have evolved into something of a cultural icon. While some take part in a national day of hatred against them, others are getting their image tattooed on their bodies. It’s a thoroughly good read.

Have a lovely weekend.

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