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Facebook grew so big that it destabilised the world. What now?
Facebook used to “move fast and break things”, but now everything is broken. Here’s what governments…
Facebook grew so big that it destabilised the world. What now?
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Seven steps to save the planet: How to take on climate change and win
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Seven steps to save the planet: How to take on climate change and win
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Climate change made the sweltering 2018 heatwave 30 times more likely
A study by the UK's Met Office has found that climate change made this year's northern…
Bacteria could protect old paintings from pigment-eating microbes
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Tiny sun sensor warns you when your skin is about to burn
A miniature sensor that can be stuck to your skin, clothing or jewellery monitors your UV exposure…