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Astrophysicist Jo Dunkleyis determined to find out how the universe began. As she explains to Jonathan O'Callaghan, a new telescope might finally provide the answers

Planets orbiting other stars could host all manner of exotic moons, some of which may be habitable – and we are finally on the cusp of finding them, says Jonathan O'Callaghan

Could a resurgent hypothetical particle called the axion solve all of the biggest mysteries of the universe? Jonathan O'Callaghaninvestigates

A bizarre new class of star powered by dark matter could solve a supermassive mystery in cosmology. Have we already spotted some, asks Jonathan O'Callaghan

Thirty years ago, we spotted a particle from space with the energy of a dropped bowling ball. Where did this monster and the ones that followed it come from? Jonathan O'Callaghanjoins the hunt

Far from being irrelevant nothingness, interstellar space is fizzing with activity that could have huge implications for life as Earth traverses it. Jonathan O'Callaghanreports

Travelling inside space rocks would shield astronauts from harmful radiation

Could scars left by ancient black holes smashing through the moon finally provide evidence for elusive dark matter? Jonathan O'Callaghaninvestigates

NASA is working to define a time zone for the moon as an aid to lunar exploration

There are already signs that the moon is becoming a strategic military priority. Do we want soldiers anywhere near it?

Tanja Bosak chooses which rocks NASA's Perseverance rover will prep for a return trip to Earth, where they will be scoured for traces of ancient life. The most surprising outcome would be not finding any, she tells Jonathan O'Callaghan

A reanalysis hints the Viking 2 lander was the first to detect quakes on Mars – in the 1970s

Digital technology is transforming the way we read and write. Does it matter, asks Tiffany O'Callaghan?

Dosing on extra vitamins and minerals isn't always a good idea. New Scientistsifts the evidence

Politicians have promised to replace a funding stream from the European Union, but Boris Johnson's departure has cast doubt on these plans, reports Jonathan O'Callaghan