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Physics

Five particles that don't exist – yet could change our world

We’ve found quasiparticles in all sorts of places, and now new materials that host them will revolutionise computing, solar power and more

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Physics

Lessons in reality from particles that don't exist

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There is now a sixth taste – and it explains why we love carbs

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There is now a sixth taste – and it explains why we love carbs

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Technology

Revealed: Google's plan for quantum computer supremacy

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Metaphysics special: What is reality made of?

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Metaphysics special: What is the meaning of life?

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Humans

Metaphysics special: Do we have free will?

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Physics

Metaphysics special: Why is there something rather than nothing?

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Humans

Metaphysics special: Is time an illusion?

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Space

Why quantum satellites will make it harder for states to snoop

With the launch of the world’s first quantum communication satellite, the era of unhackable communication has begun

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Physics

Quantum trick sees two things happen before and after each other

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Life

Bunnies helped a great civilisation in ancient Mexico thrive

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Space

China launches world's first quantum communications satellite

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Life

Cherry or rhubarb? Orangutan mixes tasty cocktails in its mind

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