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Carine van Rhijn researched medieval medical texts in unexpected places: “When you start looking at manuscripts, you never know what you’re going to find".

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Tom Hanks, beyond his iconic roles, harbors a profound love for literature. Discover the books that have shaped his world, offering a glimpse into his mind.

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In the latest instalment of Mark Cocker's 'Winging it' column, he looks at the peregrine, a bird of prey with astonishing speed and super strength.

A conversation with the German theorist about the history of Western philosophy and more.