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Yesterday · 10 min
Christa Pike: What happens when executions go wrong?
And could it change how the death penalty is used in the US?
Thursday · 11 min
Everyone is talking about the "great lock-in"
But is it all it’s cracked up to be? And how can you make habits stick?
Wednesday · 9 min
Are online gig spoilers ruining live music?
Do you mind gig spoilers?
Tuesday · 10 min
Why are black holes still such a mystery?
And if you fell in one, you could get ‘spaghettified’
Monday · 8 min
Why are so many students protesting in France?
Thousands of students have been arrested and 500 schools are closed.
October 2 · 11 min
Location: Tiny Island. Population: YOU
Why some people move to remote islands
October 1 · 10 min
Is sleepmaxxing actually helpful?
And is the science behind sleep trackers legit?
September 30 · 9 min
Why everyone’s talking about Cornell University
An investigation has been reopened into an alleged gang rape at a college frat house
September 29 · 12 min
Is it time to find a side hustle?
Are they a great way to make extra cash… or just a recipe for burnout?
September 28 · 10 min
MTV VMAs: Does anyone even watch award ceremonies anymore?
The MTV Video Music Awards teamed up with Taylor Swift in a bid to boost ratings
September 25 · 15 min
Is it OK to bring iced coffee to a job interview?
Recruiters and job applicants offer hot takes on a cold drink
September 24 · 10 min
Should we be syncing our workouts to our menstrual cycles?
Does cycle-syncing around our periods actually work?
September 23 · 11 min
How South Korea keeps most of its food waste out of landfills
Plus some surprising hacks to help you save food and money
September 22 · 12 min
Are rhinestones the death of the whimsy trend?
From whimsical breakfasts and floaty skirts, to cakes and coffee cups covered in gems
September 21 · 10 min
Resident Evil: The movie reviews are in
Director Zach Creeger adapts the video game for the cinema
September 18 · 14 min
Should artists speak up about Israel-Gaza?
Macklemore was dropped from Ed Sheeran’s tour after saying 'Free Palestine'
September 17 · 12 min
How does it feel to live in a bendy body?
It’s more than just being able to do the splits
September 16 · 12 min
Why Sydney Sweeney’s ad has angered women athletes
Is all publicity really good publicity?
September 15 · 9 min
Why flying can make you feel rough
We look at hacks to help you get around it
September 14 · 11 min
Fertility and sport: When’s the best time to have a baby?
Spanish footballers are being offered funding for egg freezing

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