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Quick crossword #63: Spiny anteater (7)

30 July 2020

Challenge your brain by solving New Scientist's weekly crosswords on your mobile, tablet or desktop


This week’s new questions

This week’s new questions

29 July 2020

Is there such a thing as reverse altitude sickness, and is a cold brew really the secret to a great cup of coffee? Tell us what you think


Why do duvet covers swallow other laundry?

Why do duvet covers swallow other laundry?

29 July 2020

What is it about the spin cycle that causes this effect? Readers give their thoughts


When do I get the most UV light?

When do I get the most UV light?

29 July 2020

Why is ultraviolet radiation strongest when the sun is high? Readers respond


Why people in the UK may need to view the Neowise comet in the nude

Why people in the UK may need to view the Neowise comet in the nude

29 July 2020

Naked comet viewing, plus strange astronomy acronyms and why “improbable” is less likely than “likely”, in Feedback’s weird weekly round-up


Puzzle #70: Can you win all of the biscuits?

Puzzle #70: Can you win all of the biscuits?

29 July 2020

Can you solve this week's fiendish puzzle Taking the biscuit? Plus the answer to puzzle #69


Marine kaleidoscope shows the beauty of coral reefs

Marine kaleidoscope shows the beauty of coral reefs

29 July 2020

The vibrant colours of threatened coral reefs are transformed into a natural kaleidoscope in this stunning image created by Dutch photographer Georgette Douwma


Twisteddoodles on the types of questions asked at science conferences

Twisteddoodles on the types of questions asked at science conferences

29 July 2020

This week's cartoon from Twisteddoodles


Tom Gauld on the difference between a professor and an amateur

Tom Gauld on the difference between a professor and an amateur

29 July 2020

Tom Gauld's weekly cartoon


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