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Can you and your family solve these mind-bending scientific riddles?
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How neuroscience can help you find the perfect children’s toy
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AI beats human experts at distinguishing American whiskey from Scotch
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Is AI finally ready to replace your doctor?
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Genetic tweak to three key crops massively boosts their growth
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The most inspiring conservation success stories in 2024
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How to make the biggest splash in a pool, according to science
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