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Hugging benefits fractious chimps A new study provides the first evidence that consolation in primates, such as hugging and stroking, can reduce stress levels after a fight. China sets dates for space launch China will launch its third manned space mission in late September, state-run news agency Xinhua reports. Mammoth skull raised from ground Palaeontologists lift a "rare" mammoth skull out of its resting place in France and move it to a museum. 'Climate crisis' needs brain gain The former UK chief scientist says the climate challenge is so great, it demands the most brilliant minds tackle it. Shun meat, says UN climate chief People should consider eating less meat as a way to tackle global warming, says the UN's top climate scientist.