New issue: The great Moon rush
Why the world's superpowers and billionaires are in a hurry to get back to the Moon.

The race for the Moon
No human has set foot on the Moon for decades. But an armada of exciting new missions are set to explore the lunar surface once more.
The DNA detective
The consumer genetic testing kits hitting the shelves have allowed scientists to piece together our family trees better than ever before. Geneticist Prof Turi King tells us more.
Fit to burst
Inflation is a pretty useful tool in nature. Zoologist Jules Howard takes a closer look at some of the incredible animals that can blow themselves up like balloons.
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Metaverse
What is the metaverse, can anyone visit, and where's the best place to go?
Plus
- Dr Michael Mosley on why it's time to throw out your fitness tracker
- Innovations: The latest tech and gadget news
Issue 376 on sale 13 April 2022
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