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Leaders

Technology

Regulating AI is going to be hard but big tech transparency is key

Companies creating the new generation of chatbots and other generative AI are shy about sharing their code and data. That has to change

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Life

Some anacondas can perform a strange S-shaped leap and now we know why

A mathematical model based on observing yellow anacondas in the lab shows that if they are light and muscular enough, they can jump away from danger in an S-shape motion similar to sidewinding of much smaller snakes that live in the sand

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Physics

Physics confirms the best way to make a playground swing go higher

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Life

Tadpole embryos grow strong jaws if they sense shrimp in the water

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Technology

An unhackable quantum internet is being built in New York City

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Environment

Emissions from global electricity generation may have now peaked

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Life

Seahorses have a super strong gulp thanks to two spring-like tendons

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Technology

Soft robot hand learns how to avoid butter fingers

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Space

The JUICE mission to explore Jupiter’s ocean moons is about to launch

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Life

Zebra finches pick singing coaches based on songs they hear as embryos

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Environment

Europe to become a hotspot for flash droughts caused by climate change

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Life

Skates evolved their undulating wings thanks to genome origami

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Physics

Graphene shows record-breaking magnetic properties at room temperature

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Humans

Bone fragment reveals humans wore leather clothes 39,000 years ago

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Life

Early break-up of eastern African forests shaped our ape ancestors

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Environment

Great Pacific Garbage Patch hosts stable community of coastal animals

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Technology

How this moment for AI will change society forever (and how it won't)

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Technology

Artificial intelligence: 5 questions answered that you should know

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Analysis

Life

What is so special about orchids and why are there so many?

Orchids seem unique in how they inspire such a devoted following, but why are these much-loved plants so diverse and widespread, wonders Penny Sarchet

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Technology

Why do some AI researchers dismiss the potential risks to humanity?

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Aperture

Comment

See our pick of the entries for the Sony World Photography Awards

From a firefly panorama to a howling coyote, these are some of the finalists and shortlisted photographs for the professional competition in the 2023 Sony awards

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Features

Health

How indoor air pollution affects your health and what to do about it

The latest evidence suggests that indoor air quality can be as bad as a city street at rush hour. The good news is that making a few simple changes at home can help reduce the risks to your health

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Society

We know how kids learn to read, so why are we failing to teach them?

Features

Technology

How smart is ChatGPT really – and how do we judge intelligence in AIs?

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Culture

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Don't Miss: Netflix dystopia Sweet Tooth returns, with Gus on the run

¿ìè¶ÌÊÓƵ's weekly round-up of the best books, films, TV series, games and more that you shouldn't miss

Culture

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Dead Ringers review: A triumphant reimagining of Cronenberg's classic

Culture

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The Battle for Your Brain review: A guide to neuro nightmares ahead

Culture

Comment

The Seaweed Revolution review: How to save the world with seaweed

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More

Humans

What is really going on when we microwave our food?

Sam Wong digs into the science of microwaves, dispelling some common myths – and makes a tasty mug cake in just a few minutes

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Puzzle #218: Can you work out how many children are in each group?

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Tom Gauld: Success is 10% inspiration and 90% perspiration

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Twisteddoodles: We need you to highlight your research on social media

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Enumerating the trivial superpowers our readers possess

After putting out a call, Feedback reveals the latest crop of trivial superpowers claimed by readers – abilities that seem mundane to those who have them, but extraordinary to those less blessed

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Letters

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