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  1. Life

    Environment blamed for autism

    A new study of twins downplays the role of genes in determining who will get autism.

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  2. Life

    DNA hints at polar bears’ Irish ancestry

    Mitochondrial genetic analysis suggests a bit o’ hybridizing long ago with brown bears on the Emerald Isle.

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  3. Life

    Life

    Happy orangutans, vitamins from pollinators and ancient bug eyes in this week's news

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  4. Earth

    Greenland’s ice sheets face new threat

    Subsurface ocean warming is likely to be dramatic in that region, a new study finds.

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  5. Humans

    Humans

    Seeking solace in warmth, plus the risks of payday and the impulsive brain in this week’s news.