A multitude of multiverses

Excitingly, scientists say that alternative universes are allowed by physics. We find out about the leading multiverse theories, and establish whether they could harbour an alternate version of you.

WFH vs the workplace: A scientific guide

For more than two years, many of us have been working from home, at least sometimes. Has this made us happier and more productive than full-time office work?

For those who like to rock

Take a trip around the world with geologist Mika McKinnon, as she explores some of the weirdest rock formations on Earth.

Plus

  • Could a sample mission bring alien microbes to Earth?
  • James Webb Space Telescope: first images explained

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