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Space experts at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum in Washington DC discuss the challenges of putting men on the moon, and the fabric that protected the lunar lander and its human occupants. Plus, visitors to the Smithsonian recall that day 40 years ago

Jess Cartner-Morley, the Guardian's fashion editor, guides you through the latest trends. This week: Beachwear

Avril Sweeney - the mother of Peter Moore, who has been held hostage in Iraq since May 2007 - gives an emotional account of her experience and pleads for his safe return

Michael Tomasky explains what Obama needs to do to get his healthcare reform plan passed without Republican support

Tania Branigan and Dan Chung were the first western journalists on the scene of clashes between Uighurs and Han Chinese in the north-western region of Xinjiang. They tell the story of seven days that left 197 people dead

Alok Jha learns to lindy hop and discovers why a 20s swing dance is enjoying newfound success

American editor-at-large, Michael Tomasky, looks at congresswoman Michele Bachmann's planned census boycott

Jess Cartner-Morley, the Guardian's fashion editor, guides you through the latest trends. This week: denim skirts