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Giant iceberg A68a shatters into large fragments
The giant iceberg that's been drifting through the South Atlantic experiences a major break-up.
Nasa's Mars rover and the 'seven minutes of terror'
The US space agency releases an animation to show how its Perseverance robot will land on Mars.
The science behind virus mutations and why they matter
Scientists are rushing to find out more about mutations in a variant of coronavirus causing concern.
Crucial test for Nasa's SLS 'mega-rocket'
Part of a giant rocket that will send humans back to the Moon has undergone a critical test.
Secrets of ancient mummified wolf cub revealed
Scientists say the cub, which died about 56,000 years ago, is "the most complete wolf mummy known".
Christmas star: Planets align in the night sky
Jupiter and Saturn - the Solar System's largest planets - have crossed paths in the night sky.
'No time to waste': Biden unveils climate team
The US president-elect says the team will lead his "ambitious plan" to combat climate change.
Nasa's Mars rover and the 'seven minutes of terror'
The US space agency releases an animation to show how its Perseverance robot will land on Mars.
The science behind virus mutations and why they matter
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