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Breaking News: Accelerating the search for intelligent life in the universe
The National Science Foundation's Green Bank Telescope (GBT) will join in the most powerful, comprehensive, and intensive scientific search ever for signs of intelligent life in the Universe. The international endeavor, known as the Breakthrough Listen, will scan the nearest million stars in our own Galaxy and stars in 100 other g…
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Astronomy: Strong ‘electric wind’ strips planets of oceans and atmospheres
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Great Legacy: Fossils and minerals take the antiques market by storm
Throughout the Renaissance, the demand for antiques among the aristocracy burgeoned, with the trend soaring by the late 17th century as members of the upper classes began scouring Europe in search of bronzes, sculptures, prints, lamps and vases. With disposable income then rising among the aspiring middle classes in the latter par…
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Genetics: Scientists propose new evolution model for tropical rainforests