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Stephen McGowan: Anything feels possible for Hearts as Celtic & Rangers struggle

In the post-match euphoria of the Edinburgh derby, the 40th anniversary of a Hearts landmark passed without comment.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 6, 2025

The chemistry behind beer brewing is still shrouded in mystery, but tiny microfluidic chips could change that

As the brewing industry expands and new beer styles, such as hazy pale ales, emerge, brewers are constantly looking for new ways to analyze the composition of their beers to preserve the carefully crafted sensory quality of their products.

The Conversation · Oct 6, 2024

Big Tobacco faces big EU counterfeit problem

Spanish police raided three clandestine tobacco factories early this year, seizing nearly 40 million euros ($44 million) worth of tobacco leaf and illicit cigarettes.

Reuters · Jun 1, 2023