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Science Archive

Archives for October 2022

Technology
This year’s physics Nobel Prize went to pioneers in quantum tech. Here’s how their work could change the world.This year’s physics Nobel Prize went to pioneers in quantum tech. Here’s how their work could change the world.
Technology

A brief guide to the weird and revolutionary world of quantum computers.

By Bryan Walsh
Politics
The Supreme Court appears determined to shrink the Clean Water ActThe Supreme Court appears determined to shrink the Clean Water Act
Politics

But it isn’t sure how.

By Ian Millhiser
Down to Earth
Earth’s future depends on the Amazon. This month, it’s up for a vote.Earth’s future depends on the Amazon. This month, it’s up for a vote.
Down to Earth

In Brazil’s upcoming runoff election, President Jair Bolsonaro could be voted out. Here’s what that means for the rainforest.

By Benji Jones

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