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Space

What does it mean if the universe has extra dimensions?

Dimensions beyond the four we’re familiar with could solve a host of problems in physics and cosmology. Columnist Leah Crane explores what a higher-dimensional universe might be like – and how we could find out if we live in one

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Mind

Why are we so suspicious of do-gooders?

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Space

What is a galaxy? That's a surprisingly difficult question to answer

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Humans

We’ve only just confirmed that Homo habilis really existed

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Mathematics

The secret to guessing more accurately with maths

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Space

Why Yuri Gagarin wasn’t the first in space – and who beat him to it

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Physics

Would aliens do physics, or is science a human invention?

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Health

Can magnesium supplements improve sleep, energy and concentration?

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Technology

Could a niche 80s technology be the key to better quantum computers?

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Health

The surprising vaccine side effects that can improve long-term health

People often focus on the bad side effects of vaccines, but they can have some great side effects too, says columnist Michael Le Page. They don’t just protect us from contagious diseases but can also lower the risk of dementia and heart attacks

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Mind

Why our brains tune things out and how to overcome it when you need to

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Health

Ultra-processed foods could be making you age faster

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Technology

Why it's high time we stopped anthropomorphising ants

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Space

Can we ever know the shape of the universe?

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