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EPISODE · May 14, 2026 · 21 MIN

Hantavirus update, Pentagon’s UFO files, can art slow biological ageing?

from Science Weekly · host The Guardian

Madeleine Finlay sits down with co-host and science editor Ian Sample to discuss three eyecatching stories from the week, including an update on hantavirus. Also on the agenda is the Pentagon’s release of a tranche of never before seen documents relating to UFOs, and a study looking at the link between taking part in cultural activities and slower biological ageing. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/sciencepod

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