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23 May 2013 Last updated at 13:20 ET

Genetics of white tigers pinpointedWhite tiger

Chinese scientists trace the rare white colouration in Bengal tigers to a single change in a gene that affects a host of animals, including humans.

VolcanoIceland expands volcano monitoring

Installation is under way of an expanded monitoring system for Iceland's volcanoes, which it is hoped will give the world more warning of the next big eruption.

Solar Impulse plane before Phoenix takeoffTrans-US solar plane sets new record

The Solar Impulse plane sets a new record for distance flown by a solar-powered craft as it completes the second leg of a bid to cross the US.

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David Shukman Article written by David Shukman David Shukman Science editor

Ground control to 'Major Tim'

12:48 UK time, Monday, 20 May 2013

Our science editor David Shukman talks to UK astronaut Tim Peake about the announcement of his mission to the space station in 2015.

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