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Magazines are not generally used as sources for academic essays but they can be useful to start your research or seek inspiration.

Cosmos is a leading literary science magazine, published in Australia but with a global reach. It makes the world of science accessible to everyone. Reports on the latest in science news, discoveries, developments, events, all from a considered perspective. Includes access to teacher resources.

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New Philosopher features thought-provoking articles and contributions from well-recognised authors, editors, academics and social commentators who all share a passion and interest for the art of philosophy. Packed with relevant articles for today’s big issues this is a magazine for curious people seeking solutions, who like to think, discuss, inquire, analyse, ponder and question the self, the universe and human life as we know it.

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The Economist is an international weekly newspaper printed in magazine-format and published digitally that focuses on current affairs, international business, politics, and technology. The newspaper has a prominent focus on data journalism and analysis over original reporting, to both criticism and acclaim.

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The magazine contains articles on most areas of philosophy. Most are written by academics, though some are by postgraduate students or by independent writers. Although it aims at a non-specialist audience, Philosophy Now has frequently attracted articles by well-known thinkers. Philosophy Now also regularly features book reviews, interviews, fiction, a film column, cartoons, and readers' letters.

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