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2 articles from Guardian Unlimited Science

Catch a failing star: the tense wait for a supernova

Astronomers are hoping to witness the self-destruction of a star, which could help shed light on the creation of matter in our galaxyIf Stephen Smartt gets lucky, he may one day receive a message that will give the astrophysicist an advance warning that one of the most extraordinary displays known to science is about to light up the night sky. Signals relayed by automated telescope arrays and...

How to rebuild a life after the death of a partner

Losing someone you love dearly is devastating, but the bond couples shared in life is vital to those who live onThe threat of death is more present in our national unconscious than it has been for decades. A killer virus and a sudden violent invasion in Europe have shaken our sense of safety. A safety that many of us took for granted. The horrific scale of deaths in Ukraine is only just beginning...