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AnimalsFive species that show why ‘bird brain’ is a stupid phrase
Birds can use tools, make art and understand human language. Why do we assume they are stupid?
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Planetary SciencePhobos to create ring around the Red Planet
Mars’ moon Phobos will shatter and create a temporary ring around Mars 20 million to 40 million years from now.
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ClimateThinning ice leads to winter warming in the Arctic
Thinning Arctic sea ice could boost heat-trapping water vapor in the air during autumn and winter, leading to more ice loss.
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TechRoses rigged with electrical circuits
Bioelectric molecules can form wires and conduct electricity in cut roses, researchers find.
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PlantsRoses rigged with electrical circuitry
Bioelectric molecules can form wires and conduct electricity in cut roses, researchers find.
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LifeMany Amazon trees endangered
Large numbers of Amazon tree species are threatened by deforestation.
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Science & SocietyGenetically modified salmon gets approval in U.S.
Fast-growing salmon become first genetically engineered animals approved for human consumption.
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AnimalsHow to see with eyes made of rock
Tiny mollusk eyes in chiton armor can pick up rough images.
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Health & MedicineHaving parasites can boost fertility
Infection with parasitic worms tinkers with fertility.
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AnimalsAdorable birds tap dance their way into the heart of a mate
Blue-capped cordon-bleu songbirds not only sing, but also tap dance to woo mates, study reveals.
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Health & MedicineA good diet for you may be bad for me
Eating the same foods can produce very different reactions in people.
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Planetary ScienceWay-out world is solar system’s most distant object — for now
An icy world over 15 billion kilometers from the sun is the new record holder for most distant object in the solar system.