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Physics

How long does a proton live?

They are the essential heart of every atom, so it’s just as well we’ve never seen a proton fall apart. But they can’t live forever – can they?

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Physics

Why is ice slippery?

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Humans

Does parenthood really make us happier?

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Humans

How creative computers will dream up things we’d never imagine

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Physics

I’ve taught computers to paint portraits – and how to code

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Humans

Why being bored is stimulating – and useful, too

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Humans

Our number’s up: Machines will do maths we’ll never understand

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Solution to four-colour theorem puzzle

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Physics

Strangely familiar: Is dark matter normal stuff in disguise?

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Humans

The science of serendipity: Can we all become genius inventors?

Microwaves, Post-it notes, penicillin: all were lucky breakthroughs. Perhaps we can teach anyone to make groundbreaking discoveries

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Health

Why choosing the right workout could fine-tune your brain

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Environment

Meet the Lazarus toads that bring hope for amphibians

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Earth

Forget fracking, microwave zaps could clean up the oil business

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Humans

7 mind slips that cause catastrophe – and how we can avoid them

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