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Should we try to communicate with aliens?

Many experts think intelligent life is likely to exist elsewhere in the Universe. Should we try to connect with them?
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Made with the Royal Society

The 'freak accident' that changed our understanding of the human brain

A terrible accident left construction worker Phineas Gage with serious brain damage. Amazingly, he recovered.
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Artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence

How to get started with AI chatbots

Curious about AI but not sure where to start? Check out our handy guide...
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A (very) short guide to the Universe

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Made with The Open University

'Hoarding was a way to protect myself from the world'

Hoarding is often misunderstood - and it can be a symptom of deep trauma. One woman shares how hoarding impacted her life - and her road to recovery.
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What's the weather like on other planets?

Health and wellbeing

Inside Our Minds
Inside Our Minds

'My thoughts are like fish in a pond'

For Suiki, dyslexia is not just about difficulty reading and spelling, it affects many aspects of her life.
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From our archive

Dame Stephanie Shirley: In her own words

Tech pioneer Dame Stephanie Shirley has died at the age of 91. In this interview, recorded in 2019, she reflects on her incredible life.
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Mind management

What is flow and how can it help you achieve more?

How tennis players achieve 'flow' - and a few tips on how it can help you too
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