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What is the optimal number of holes to pierce a microwave meal’s film?

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Do any other animals have a sense of humour? (Part 2)

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Why are the highest peaks of the British Isles so close to the coast?

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This week’s new questions

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Issue no. 3403 published 10 September 2022

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