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  1. Earth

    Siberian snow has long-range effects

    The strength of the winter weather feature called the Siberian high is linked to the amount of early-season snow cover in its namesake region.

    By Sid Perkins
  2. Earth

    Lack of oxygen locks up peat’s carbon

    The inactivity of a single enzyme in peat due to the lack of oxygen may be the only thing preventing massive releases of carbon dioxide from the peatlands.

    By Sid Perkins

  3. Inbred cattle don’t look bad at all

    A herd of feral cattle that hasn't had new blood for at least 300 years seems to have avoided the genetic risks of inbreeding.

    By Susan Milius

  4. Genetic search for an equine Eve fails

    Genetic analysis suggests an unusual history for modern horses: lots of independent domestications instead of the usual few.