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A Killer in Corpolis

A Killer in Corpolis
The Mystery of the Dead Cells
Magazine / science
A series of mysterious cell deaths in Corpolis bring Detective XY back for one last case – revealing an ingenious biological phenomenon in the process.
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The Birds and the Bees

The Birds and the Bees
Sex in the Natural World
Reading / science
Orgies, love triangles, necrophilia – nature’s amorous repertoire is just a debauched as that of humans, and in some cases even more so.
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Can You Upload Your Mind & Live Forever?
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Serotonin Plays a Key Role In Patience and Impulse Control, Research Says
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Bright Soul
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Oh, To Be a Jargonaut!
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The Anxious Heart
Science
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Feline Self-Care

Feline Self-Care
Pandemic Diaries
Reading / society
With the pandemic well underway, one of our readers has found – to her pleasant surprise – that her daily routine has adapted around that of her cat.
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Alaska Quagmire

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Alaska Quagmire
Melting Permafrost in North America
Magazine / society
As permafrost melts in western Alaska, the inhabitants of Newtok have become the first officially recognized climate migrants in the United States.
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Highway Daydreaming

Highway Daydreaming
On the Freedom of Driving
Reading / society
In testing times, perhaps the best remedy is to simply hit the road and drive into the unknown...
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Not Such a Hard Nut to Crack

A seasonal dish
Not Such a Hard Nut to Crack
How to Make Your Own Peanut Butter
Magazine / society
Our gastronomy expert reminisces about the glorious taste of peanuts, and gives a recipe for homemade peanut butter.
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Element of Equilibrium

Element of Equilibrium
Lithium and Mental Health
Reading / culture
In his recent book “Lithium: A Doctor, a Drug, and a Breakthrough”, psychiatrist Walter A. Brown gives an overview of lithium – the drug that has proved to be especially useful for those experiencing bipolar disorder.
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31st January 1863

31st January 1863
Anniversary of the Month
Reading / science
On this day in 1863, a certain French author published his first novel, about three Brits taking a balloon trip over Africa. Jules Verne’s debut was a hit, and guaranteed his legacy.
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January in History

January in History
Diary of an Eternal Pessimist
Reading / society
Our eternally pessimistic correspondent gives his historical highlights for the month of January.
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The Little Brother of War

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The Little Brother of War
The History of Lacrosse
Magazine / society
Lacrosse is North America’s oldest sport, practised by the various Native American peoples long before the Europeans colonized their land – and the game.
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The World’s Oldest Doctor

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The World’s Oldest Doctor
The Power of the Placebo Effect
Magazine / science
The efficacy of medical treatments can be influenced by many factors. Our correspondent details the success of the placebo effect, and the importance of double-blinding.
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There is Nothing New Under The Sun
Media / Photo
American philosopher and literary critic Frederic Jameson once said that it’s easier to imagine the end of the world than the end of capitalism. The photographer Kata Geibl refers to this thesis with her photo series entitled “There is Nothing New Under The Sun”.
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The Subterranean Brain of the Forest

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The Subterranean Brain of the Forest
How Trees Communicate
Magazine / science
The forest is full of life, not only in the green leaves that burst out of tree crowns, but also underground, where a dense collection of roots and fungi form a communication network.
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Nature Is Not Nice

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Nature Is Not Nice
An Interview with Andri Snær Magnason
Reading / culture
Writer and poet Andri Snær Magnason talks about Iceland’s sacred cows, the importance of his grandmother, and his latest book “On Time and Water”.
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The Limits of Clean Energy
Magazine / science
If the world isn’t careful, renewable energy could become as destructive as fossil fuels.
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Loss Is Such a Useless Word

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Loss Is Such a Useless Word
An Interview with Forrest Gander
Magazine / culture
American poet Forrest Gander talks about the climate, the role of poetry, and where we can find hope.
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What Does the Amazon Rainforest Have to Say? ♫
Media / Audio
American acoustic ecologist Gordon Hempton takes us on a sound trip to the first quiet park on Earth, where we can hear the gentle sounds of the Zabalo River, nestled deep in the Amazon rainforest.
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Mr Barker, Oedipuss and Us ♫
Media / Audio
We have more in common with cats and dogs than some people think – especially when it comes to cheekily deceiving each other. Original text by Ludwika Włodek.
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The Oak Chronicles ♫
Media / Audio
An encounter with an ancient oak tree named Bartek, as experienced and retold by a biologist and poet. Original text by Urszula Zajączkowska.
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Life in a Sealed Jar. A Brief History of Terrariums ♫
Media / Audio
Closed terrariums are currently in vogue for urban gardeners, but their history runs all the way back to 19th-century botany. Original text by Joanna Dobkowska.
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Feel and Understand
Reading / science
By taking a mindful approach to what is happening, we can situate ourselves in the here and now – and get to the heart of the problem.
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Study Finds Matriarchal Societies Are Good For Women's Health
Reading / science
A study of the Mosuo women, known for their matriarchy, suggests that gender roles can influence our health outcomes.
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Culinary Kindness

Culinary Kindness
A Silver Lining in Difficult Times
Magazine / society
Amid lockdown and social isolation, our writer discovered that the kindness of others is still alive and well – especially in the kitchen.
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Gingerbread Therapy

Gingerbread Therapy
Coping with Christmas Alone
Magazine / society
Faced with the prospect of a lonely Christmas, our writer found sentimental comfort in baking her own gingerbread cake.