SpaceCould this be Earth's near twin? Introducing planet 55 Cancri fAstronomers discover solar system 41 light years away with similarities to our ownThe discovery of a giant alien world circling a distant star has led astronomers to believe they have located a near twin to our solar system in a far-flung corner of the galaxy. Nasa scientists confirmed the discovery last night in what is a hugely significant step towards finding a second Earth-like planet capable of harbouring extraterrestrial life.

Human rights in focusGlobal development This article is more than 3 years oldCovid-19 spreading quickly through refugee camps, warn Calais aid groupsThis article is more than 3 years oldWith over 1,000 refugees and migrants left without proper sanitation, water supplies or food there is no way to contain virus, say volunteers The last remaining volunteers working with refugees and migrants in northern France have warned that Covid-19 is spreading quickly through the makeshift camps where over 1,000 people are sheltering without proper sanitation, water supplies or food.

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THE BODY BEAUTIFULIs it true that when you drink beer and wine you'll feel fine. But when you drink wine and beer you'll feel queer. If the answer is yes, why? Mr Robertson, London There is no proof that mixing wine or beer has any effect on sexual preference, no matter in which order they are drunk. Sexual performance on the other hand... B George, London UK · The Americans say 'beer then liquor, never sicker - liquor then beer, never fear'.

‘I really annoyed people somehow. I wasn’t a conventional artist – and they couldn’t handle it’ … Faithfull. Photograph: Rosie MathesonAfter battling Covid-19 for three weeks in hospital, Faithfull went on to finish her 21st solo album – and possibly her last. She reflects on how she might never sing again, her hatred of being a 60s muse and why she still believes in miracles by Alexis PetridisMarianne Faithfull is on the phone from her home in Putney, south-west London.