Science
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'Inverse vaccine' shows promise treating MS, other autoimmune diseases
New research effectively cured mice of multiple sclerosis–type symptoms. Could this work in humans?
By Peter Weber Published
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K2-18b: the exoplanet that could have signs of life
The Explainer Scientists may have discovered evidence of farts from alien marine creatures 120 light years away
By Arion McNicoll Published
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The red fire ant invasion 'creeping closer' to London
Deadly insect considered one of world's most invasive species has been spotted in Europe for first time
By Chas Newkey-Burden Published
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6 of the most invasive species on the planet
Speed Read Invasive species are a danger to ecosystems all over the world
By Devika Rao Published
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The Anthropocene epoch: end of an era?
The Explainer Scientists are increasingly convinced that the Earth has entered its first major new geological phase in 11,700 years
By The Week Staff Published
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Wild boars in Europe can’t shake off their radioactivity
Speed Read Scientists think they may have solved a phenomenon known as the ‘wild boar paradox’
By Sorcha Bradley Published
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Air pollution is now the 'greatest external threat' to life expectancy
Speed Read Climate change is worsening air quality globally, and there could be deadly consequences
By Devika Rao Published
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How climate change is impacting the water cycle
Speed Read Rain will likely continue to be unpredictable
By Devika Rao Published
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Asian hornets threaten ‘catastrophe’ for UK bees
Speed Read Invasive species is gaining ‘foothold’ in southern England with ‘sharp rise’ in sightings
By Chas Newkey-Burden Published
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What is carbon capture?
feature The U.S. is investing in technologies that keep CO2 out of industrial emissions — or that remove it from the atmosphere
By The Week Staff Published
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Why spotted lanternflies are back and worse than ever
Speed Read It's time to get squashing!
By Devika Rao Published
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Why the hunt for Nessie is back and bigger than ever
Talking Point The elusive creature still brings thousands to the Scottish Highlands
By Devika Rao Published
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Peatlands are the climate bomb waiting to explode
Speed Read The destruction of peatlands can cause billions of tons of carbon to be released into the atmosphere, worsening the already intensifying climate crisis
By Devika Rao Published
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Wind-powered ships are back. But will they make an impact?
Speed Read The maritime industry is eyeing a pivot back to basics
By Devika Rao Published
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