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Who owns the Moon?
Anyone can enjoy looking at the Moon, but can anybody claim to 'own' it? Find out about the laws governing nations and people in outer space.
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How to make coffee like a sailor
Learn how to make coffee according to a recipe used by 19th century seamen (warning: this is definitely not your regular flat white).
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What is the 'Man in the Moon'?
Why do people see faces in the Moon? And what shapes do you see?
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How can shipping be more environmentally friendly?
From Cutty Sark to cutting edge technology, could a new era of wind power help global trade go green?
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Gunpowder Plot: what is the history behind Bonfire Night?
Learn about the origins of Bonfire Night or Guy Fawkes Night, and find out more about the history of the Gunpowder Plot.
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Victorian Christmas
Christmas as we know it today is largely down to the Victorians and their love of the festive season.