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Uranus infrared aurora ‘highlights need for space mission’
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Infrared aurora has been detected on Uranus. University of Leicester scientist, Emma Thomas, explains why now’s the time for a “much needed” mission to the distant planet.
What we know about Apple’s ‘Scary Fast’ event.
Storm Ciaran set to bring strong winds and heavy downpours to parts of the UK.
We dig deeper and speak to Imperial College London about their research on how we feel touch – and why it could help understand inflammatory skin diseases such as eczema.
Elon Musk to make misinformation on X ineligible to revenue share.
Happy Birthday Call of Duty – the Standard’s gaming journalist, Stuart Andrews, on the secret to the games’ enduring popularity.
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