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The CHIME radio telescope

Radio wave bursts from space keep hitting Earth and we don't know why

9 January 2019

Astronomers have found 13 more fast radio bursts from space, and one is only the second seen to repeat – which could help us figure out what creates the mysterious signals


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We must give more thought to how algorithms affect us

9 January 2019

It is impossible to stop the march of algorithms into our daily lives, so it is essential we all understand what they can do


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Here's how we can make work work for all of us

9 January 2019

Having a meaningful job makes us happier and healthier – but governments and employers should eschew the logic that workers who work less are less productive


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Feedback: Chinese rocket carries powdered tiger to new heights

9 January 2019

To restart the species, simply add water. Plus: hairy situation when man mistaken for sasquatch, poacher sentenced to Disney film viewing, and more


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Mysterious Fellers

9 January 2019

Why do beavers seem to go after the tallest, oldest, most magnificent trees? If they ate them, I could understand. But all they do is nibble at the inner bark and then go take down another. What is going on?


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Fab sprouts

9 January 2019

Brussels sprouts sold loose taste fabulous, whether steamed, microwaved or roasted. Now, more and more shops sell them pre-prepared in sealed bags, which presumably contain some inert gas, such as carbon dioxide or nitrogen. However you cook them, these...


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Around and about

9 January 2019

Would there be any noticeable effects here if the moon rotated at a faster rate than its current synchronous rotation with Earth?


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Crossword #26

9 January 2019

Compiled by Richard Smyth


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For the record – 12 January 2019

9 January 2019


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All creatures great and small, and evolved

9 January 2019


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