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  1. Tech

    Stretchy, see-through material conducts electricity

    Simple new device could find use in loudspeakers, artificial muscles or soft robots.

    By Meghan Rosen
  2. Psychology

    Poverty may tax thinking abilities

    Scarce funds reduce mental abilities of U.S. shoppers and Indian farmers, experiments suggest.

    By Bruce Bower
  3. Astronomy

    The sun’s older twin, 250 light-years away

    Almost twice as ancient, the distant star gives a glimpse of the sun's future.

    By Andrew Grant
  4. Life

    Tiny human almost-brains made in lab

    Stem cells arrange themselves into a version of the most complex human organ.

    By Laura Sanders
  5. Planetary Science

    Titan becomes even more enigmatic

    Thick, rigid crust of ice encases Saturn's largest moon, perplexing scientists.