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Briefing Chat: Sweet! Elusive sugar molecules found in space

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00:24 A sweet discovery near the Milky Way’s centre

Nature: First ‘true sugar’ molecule found in space — offering hints to life’s origins

05:05 Mathematical texts give insights into Maya mathematical prowess

Nature: Mathematics formula found on Maya wall rivals insights of ancient masters

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