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The universe is expanding too fast, and that could rewrite cosmology

The universe is expanding too fast, and that could rewrite cosmology

25 November 2020

Different measurements of the Hubble constant, the rate of space-time expansion, refuse to agree – meaning we may have to look beyond Einstein’s theories to explain the universe
Lyra (Dafne Keen) and Will (Amir Wilson) explore a strange new world

His Dark Materials review: Season 2 is spine-chillingly excellent

16 November 2020

An exceptional cast continues to make His Dark Materials a brilliant show. The introduction of a character who studies the secrets of the cosmos is the cherry on top, says Emily Wilson

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