Author: BBC News - Science & Environment

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The first panda ever born in France has gone on display to the public.

Minnie Winnie was created by science after her owner won a competition.

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Astronomy enthusiasts help to confirm the existence of a five-planet system orbiting a far-off star.

A British satellite launches to acquire full-colour, high-definition video of Earth's surface.