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Animals

These acorn worms have a head for swimming

The larvae of one type of acorn worm are basically “swimming heads,” according to new genetic analyses.

Archaeology

Ancient Egyptian pot burials were not just for the poor

In ancient Egypt, using pots for burial containers was a symbolic choice, not a last resort, archaeologists say.

Genetics

50 years ago, alcohol use was linked to several gene variants

50 years later, scientists are still searching for genes that influence drinking.

Planetary Science

Moon’s lava tubes could be colossal

Lava tubes inside the moon could remain structurally sound up to 5 kilometers across and offer prime real estate for lunar colonists.