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  1. Humans

    A Plankhouse Past

    Unearthing an ancient Native American village provides glimpses of early life on North America's west coast.

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  2. Microbes

    Fungus hunt

    Scientists are collecting information to create a family tree for fungi (and mushrooms).

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  3. Animals

    Sleepless at Sea

    Some marine moms and babies stay awake for weeks after the infants are born.

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  4. Math

    Monkeys Count

    Monkeys can match the number of faces they see to the number of voices they hear.

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  5. Planets

    Cousin Earth

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

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  6. Archaeology

    Glassworks in ancient Egypt

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

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  7. Chemistry

    Bang, sparkle, burst, and boom

    Fireworks put on a dazzling, colorful chemical show.

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  8. Animals

    Dolphin Sponge Moms

    Young dolphins learn tool use from their mothers.

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  9. Plants

    Fastest Plant on Earth

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

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  10. Tech

    Boosting Fuel Cells

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

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  11. Brain

    The smell of trust

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

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  12. Animals

    Clone wars

    Armies of sea anemones attack each other in raging wars.

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