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Mystery over monster star's vanishing act
A huge star has disappeared – did it become a black hole? Click here…
Flu virus with 'pandemic potential' found in China
The new strain, scientists say, is carried by pigs but can infect humans and requires close…
Swansea tidal energy: Hopes of backing for Dragon Island plan
Ministers are urged to back plans for a dragon-shaped tidal energy island off Swansea Bay. …
Coronavirus: Worst could be yet to come, WHO warns
The pandemic “is not even close to being over”, the World Health Organization’s chief says. …
BP sells petrochemicals business to Ineos in $5bn deal
The oil giant said the move would help its transition to being a lower carbon firm. …
Betelgeuse: Nearby supergiant star's dimming explained
Astronomers say big cool patches on the Betelgeuse star likely drove its surprise dimming last year. …
Extra £14bn needed a year for climate, report says
A report by the Green Alliance think tank argues that extra cash is required for clean…
How one teaspoon of Amazon soil teems with fungal life
Scientists discover hundreds of different fungi in Amazonian soil, thought to play a vital role in…
Greens joins three-party Ireland coalition
The Corkman will lead a three-party coalition of Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael and the Green Party. …