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Scientists accidentally engineer a plastic-eating enzyme

Discovery could result in recycling solution for millions of plastic bottles and containers

Dogs use ‘puppy eyes’ on purpose, study finds

New research claims that canines move their faces in response to human attention

Why Spain is a fertile ground for terrorists

Barcelona van assault is a result of the enduring jihadi networks in the region

London attacks show Ireland needs new security strategy

Lack of dedicated intelligence service disadvantages State in terrorism fight

Size matters when it comes to making the ideal cup of coffee

Larger grains can make weak coffee while smaller grains can make it bitter

Prehistoric ‘dragon’ bones discovered on Welsh beach

Dracoraptor hanigani thought to be among oldest Jurassic dinosaurs in the world

Limpet teeth overtake spider silk as ‘strongest biological material’

Natural substance found in shelled creatures could be imitated for use in cars, boats and planes

Breast pain can stop you in your tracks

A survey of the London Marathon has shown over a third of active women are affected by breast pain

Financial shocks from weaker euro states ‘more destabilising’

New research questions traditional ideas about financial shocks

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