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Thursday February 25 2021

 
 

By Chris Evans
Editor

Dear Reader,

We finally have a roadmap out of lockdown, but is it too cautious? Sarah Knapton, our science editor, takes a look at the data and modelling behind the plan and argues that it is overly tentative in several areas. Meanwhile, Allison Pearson makes a moral and human argument for why the lockdown should end sooner.

Tiger Woods completed one of the greatest comebacks in sport when he won the 2019 Masters after years of pain and multiple back surgeries. After his terrible car crash this week, he faces an even greater challenge. In this fantastic long read, our writers look at Woods’s career from every angle and consider whether he might ever make it back to the course.

Our metabolisms have been held up as the key to weight loss and a healthy body, but is that right? Not at all, says Herman Pontzer in his new book. He explains why that makes weight loss so hard and why exercise isn’t the answer (even if it does keep you healthy).

Finally, the Perseverance landing on Mars was one of those rare, unifying moments of genuine awe at the ingenuity of mankind and the wonders of the universe. This terrific piece has the full story of the voyage, complete with all the extraordinary footage. Don’t miss it.

Chris

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Illustration of Boris Johnson

Why the science underpinning the Government's slow lockdown release is flawed.Sarah Knapton examines the case for lifting restrictions.

Boris Johnson

'It’s time to let us hug who we want whenever we damn well please', says Allison Pearson in her heartfelt argument for a release from lockdown.

Tiger Woods

Tiger Woods completed one of sport's greatest comebacks, but can he do it again? Learn the full details about the challenges he faces on the road to recovery. (Free to read)

 
Illustration of a person on a bicycle and a selection of food

Discover the real reason why you can’t lose weight. Herman Pontzerexposes the misunderstood science of metabolism.

Nicola Sturgeon

'The useless and authoritarian SNP is turning Scotland into a failed state', argues Allister Heath, as he examines whether the dissolution of the union is merely a matter of time.

The surface of Mars

Mars in 360 degrees. Explore the awe-inspiring sights and sounds from Nasa’s Perseverance mission, including footage of the rover's entry, descent and landing in Jezero Crater. (Free to read)

 
 

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