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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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Microbes
Fungus hunt
Scientists are collecting information to create a family tree for fungi (and mushrooms).
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Animals
Sleepless at Sea
Some marine moms and babies stay awake for weeks after the infants are born.
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Math
Monkeys Count
Monkeys can match the number of faces they see to the number of voices they hear.
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Planets
Cousin Earth
Astronomers have found a solid, Earthlike planet just 15 light-years beyond the solar system.
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Archaeology
Glassworks in ancient Egypt
Ancient Egyptians were producing and exporting glass more than 3,000 years ago.
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Chemistry
Bang, sparkle, burst, and boom
Fireworks put on a dazzling, colorful chemical show.
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Plants
Fastest Plant on Earth
The bunchberry dogwood shoots pollen into the air at an amazing speed.
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Tech
Boosting Fuel Cells
Young scientists tackle projects to improve energy sources for cars and homes.
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Brain
The smell of trust
A whiff of a brain chemical known as oxytocin may make people more trusting when making a deal.
By Emily Sohn