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We’ve got a plastic problem — and spider silk may be the solution
Plastics are very useful materials but they have caused serious environmental pollution
Bitcoin isn’t suitable as a real currency — El Salvador is making a mistake
Bukele's crypto plan is based on flawed logic
3 exciting ways to cut shipping’s ridiculously big carbon footprint
Shipping is tough on the climate and hard to clean up
New mysterious ‘fast radio bursts’ reveal secrets of the universe
These newly discovered fast radio bursts can help map out the universe
AI can now convincingly mimic cybersecurity experts and medical researchers
Study shows AI-generated fake reports fool experts
After 20 years, the human genome is (almost) complete — here’s what’s left to do
Why did it take so long to 'finish' the human genome?
Amazon’s ZenBooths are ridiculous — here are 4 better ways to boost worker wellness
There's more to it than fruit and pilates