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The Explainer
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Andrew Tate and the manosphere: a short guide
The Explainer It is widely believed that boys and young men are absorbing sexist attitudes online, from influencers in the manosphere
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What does the NIH do?
The Explainer The federal agency 'towers over' medical research. But it is facing cuts.
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What is the Chagos Deal?
In Depth Government's agreement to cede the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius provokes great controversy
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The worst coral bleaching event breaks records
The Explainer Bleaching has now affected 84% of the world's coral reefs
The Explainer
Talking Points
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Trump's war on academic freedom: how Harvard fought back
Talking Point Political pressure on institutions compromises academic independence – and risks damaging America's ability to attract international talent
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At home with the Clooneys: is arguing with your partner healthy?
Talking Point The actor and his wife claim to have never argued during their 10-year marriage
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Labour and the so-called 'banter ban'
Talking Point Critics are claiming that a clause in the new Employment Rights Bill will spell the end of free-flowing pub conversation
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Under the Radar
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And the Oscar goes to … no one in particular: Movies made with AI can now win awards
Under the radar Generative AI is no longer a barrier to acclaim
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How the woke right gained power in the US
Under the radar The term has grown in prominence since Donald Trump returned to the White House
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Protein obsession is oversaturating the health food space
Under the Radar Some experts say that fiber is now the most important macro to focus on
Under the Radar
Speed Reads
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Novel 'bone collector' caterpillar wears its prey
Speed Read Hawaiian scientists discover a carnivorous caterpillar that decorates its shell with the body parts of dead insects
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Shakespeare not an absent spouse, study proposes
speed read A letter fragment suggests that the Shakespeares lived together all along, says scholar Matthew Steggle
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Trump blames Zelenskyy for peace deal setbacks
Speed Read Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has rejected the US proposal, which includes Russia's takeover of Crimea
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Dozens dead in Kashmir as terrorists target tourists
Speed Read Visitors were taking pictures and riding ponies in a popular mountain town when assailants open fired, killing at least 26
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JK Rowling's transphobia controversy: a complete timeline
In Depth A collection of the 'Harry Potter' author's anti-trans remarks
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The week's best photos
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What does Reform UK stand for?
In Depth Nigel Farage's 'disruptor' party has set its sights on overtaking Conservatives and challenging Labour at 2029 election
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Is the UK about to see a house price crash?
In Depth House prices have risen for fourth month in a row but it remains a 'buyers' market
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Why Just Stop Oil finally stopped
In Depth Activist group said it's calling it a day after its demand became 'government policy'
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The Week Unwrapped: Why was Pope Francis controversial in Argentina?
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