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FRIDAY, 11 SEPTEMBER, 2009

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Scientists are using new models to predict how the climate will change in the short-term. But they're not getting the same answers. Why is it more difficult to predict the climate in 2020 than in 2050?


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FRIDAY, 4 SEPTEMBER, 2009

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Spurious formulae are used by PR firms to get their clients' products mentioned in the media. Is it harmless fun or maths vandalism?

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FRIDAY, 28 AUGUST, 2009

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The conviction rate for rape in England and Wales - at 6.5 per cent - is notoriously low. But how much does this statistic really tell you?

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FRIDAY, 21 AUGUST, 2009

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How reliable are the data being collected on swine flu? Tim Harford speaks to the Chief Medical Officer, Sir Liam Donaldson to find out.
FRIDAY, 14 AUGUST, 2009

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Does 75 per cent of UK law come from Brussels or just nine per cent? Presenter Tim Harford goes in search of the real statistic.
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