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Planets

Cousin Earth

Astronomers have found a solid, Earthlike planet just 15 light-years beyond the solar system.

Archaeology

Glassworks in ancient Egypt

Ancient Egyptians were producing and exporting glass more than 3,000 years ago.

Chemistry

Bang, sparkle, burst, and boom

Fireworks put on a dazzling, colorful chemical show.

Animals

Dolphin Sponge Moms

Young dolphins learn tool use from their mothers.

Plants

Fastest Plant on Earth

The bunchberry dogwood shoots pollen into the air at an amazing speed.

Tech

Boosting Fuel Cells

Young scientists tackle projects to improve energy sources for cars and homes.

Brain

The smell of trust

A whiff of a brain chemical known as oxytocin may make people more trusting when making a deal.

Animals

Clone wars

Armies of sea anemones attack each other in raging wars.

Tech

Revving Up Green Machines

Researchers are looking into new ways to make cars run more efficiently with less impact on the environment.

Planets

Chaos Among the Planets

The screwball travels of four giant planets may have reshaped the early solar system.

Brain

Making sense of scents

Different smells light up different parts of the brain.

Health & Medicine

Nature’s medicines

Projects by young scientists show how plants and animals in nature can be a source of new medicines.