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Science

From blast off to splashdown: My days following Nasa's historic mission to the Moon
BBC News

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 Economist

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."

The Economist

Are sugar substitutes healthier than the real thing?

Artificial sweeteners are not necessarily healthier than sugar. They present unpleasant realities regarding their health impacts.

The Economist

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.

The Economist

Earth and Moon, then and now

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The Economist

Mummified reptiles are revealing how breathing evolved

Mummified reptiles provide new evidence on how breathing evolved, finally resolving a long-standing scientific mystery.

The Economist

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
BBC News

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
BBC News

The Interview

Rebecca Morelle and Tim Peake interview Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen about Artemis II, highlighting historic firsts and humanity’s potential for unity.

The Economist

Should you take multivitamins?

Evidence suggests certain individuals may benefit from multivitamins.

The Economist

Scientists are working on “everything vaccines”

Scientists are developing "universal" vaccines that could protect against numerous infectious agents with a single injection.

The Economist

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.

The Economist

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
BBC News

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.

The Economist

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.

The Economist

China is winning the AI talent race

China is dominating the AI talent race, with its advantage over Western counterparts poised to expand further.

The Economist

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.

The Economist

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.

The Economist

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.

The Economist

Autonomous swarms are the future of drone warfare

Ukraine leads the future of drone warfare with autonomous swarms.