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First secure quantum computer is blind to its own bits

Technology

First secure quantum computer is blind to its own bits

Combine entanglement with apparent randomness to keep data on shared quantum computers safe from prying eyes

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Superstuff: When quantum goes big

Physics

Superstuff: When quantum goes big

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The happiness equation – the making of a satisfied scientist

The happiness equation – the making of a satisfied scientist

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Thinnest silicon-chip wires refuse to go quantum

Technology

Thinnest silicon-chip wires refuse to go quantum

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Higgs result means elegant universe is back in vogue

Physics

Higgs result means elegant universe is back in vogue

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Eight lazy ways to lose weight

Health

Eight lazy ways to lose weight

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Seasonal stalactites: The sharp end of icicle science

Physics

Seasonal stalactites: The sharp end of icicle science

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Salad-bar strategy: The battle of the buffet

Physics

Salad-bar strategy: The battle of the buffet

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Cold-blooded cognition: Tortoises quick on the uptake

Life

Cold-blooded cognition: Tortoises quick on the uptake

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Ghouls on film: Paranormal photography goes digital

Life

Ghouls on film: Paranormal photography goes digital

51¶¯Âþ's field guide to spotting ghostly apparitions in your photos – and whence they may have arisen

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Physics

Smart Guide to 2012: Neutrinos may be tachyons

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Health

How crossword puzzles mess with your mind

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51¶¯Âþ 2011 holiday quiz

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The hard way: Our odd desire to do it ourselves

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