Science
From blast off to splashdown: My days following Nasa's historic mission to the Moon
The author recounts the visceral thrill of witnessing NASA’s Artemis II launch, describing the overwhelming sensory experience and the crew’s historic journey to the Moon.
The Climate Issue newsletter: The blue marble, then and now
Oliver Morton explores the link between space exploration and climate science, contrasting Earth's view "then and now."
Are sugar substitutes healthier than the real thing?
Artificial sweeteners are not necessarily healthier than sugar. They present unpleasant realities regarding their health impacts.
Sir Demis Hassabis wants to automate drug design
Demis Hassabis, head of Google DeepMind, aims to automate pharmaceutical development. His goal is to revolutionize drug design through advanced AI technologies.
Earth and Moon, then and now
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Mummified reptiles are revealing how breathing evolved
Mummified reptiles provide new evidence on how breathing evolved, finally resolving a long-standing scientific mystery.
AI models could offer mathematicians a common language
AI may provide mathematicians with a shared dialect, streamlining proof verification.
The 40 minutes when the Artemis crew loses contact with the Earth
During Artemis missions, the Moon blocks signals for 40 minutes, isolating the crew. This echoes Apollo 11’s silence, offering profound solitude and peace.
The Interview
Rebecca Morelle and Tim Peake interview Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen about Artemis II, highlighting historic firsts and humanity’s potential for unity.
Should you take multivitamins?
Evidence suggests certain individuals may benefit from multivitamins.
Scientists are working on “everything vaccines”
Scientists are developing "universal" vaccines that could protect against numerous infectious agents with a single injection.
A trio of firms want to clean up steelmaking
Three firms aim to decarbonize steelmaking, addressing the industry's 8% share of global carbon emissions.
Why a startup is teaching human brain cells to play “Doom”
A startup trains human brain cells to play “Doom,” potentially heralding a new computing paradigm.
First stop, the Moon. Next stop, Mars? Why Nasa's mission matters
NASA’s Artemis II mission paves the way for lunar resource mining and permanent bases, leveraging water and rare elements to support future Mars ambitions.
Should you track your VO2 max?
Treat VO2 max as a health indicator rather than a primary goal. Focus on consistent training and overall fitness instead of obsessing over the number.
China is winning the AI talent race
China is dominating the AI talent race, with its advantage over Western counterparts poised to expand further.
NASA’s Moon-base plans mark a rethinking of its future
NASA’s revised Moon-base plans signal a strategic shift in its future vision, a move widely viewed positively.
New research uncovers more of the story of man’s best friend
New research clarifies the evolutionary history of dogs in Europe, shedding light on their journey as man's best friend.
Early French winemakers had surprisingly sophisticated techniques
Genetic analysis reveals ancient French winemakers used sophisticated techniques over 2,500 years ago, challenging previous historical assumptions.
Autonomous swarms are the future of drone warfare
Ukraine leads the future of drone warfare with autonomous swarms.