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Hubble takes one of the most detailed looks at neighboring Andromeda galaxy everSpace Photo of the Week The most famous giant spiral galaxy in the universe has been revealed not to be the star factory it once was, just as NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is set to unlock even more breathtaking cosmic insights.
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'The apparent chaos of the Anthropocene is turbocharging evolution itself'Book excerpt In this excerpt from "Despite it All," author Fred Pearce explores the ways plants are adapting and evolving in the face of climate change — and how we need to recognize this reality and foster its potential boost to biodiversity, rather than holding steadfast to our notions of what types of nature should and shouldn't be allowed to thrive.
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Did Celtic women fight in battle?Life's Little Mysteries The Celts were highly regarded as warriors in the ancient world, but were all fighters men, or did Celtic women also fight in battle?
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Why do cats have 'leg whiskers'?Life's Little Mysteries Here's why 'leg whiskers' are useful to cats and other animals.
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How to watch 'Secrets of the Great White Kill' – stream 'Shark Week' 2026 from anywhereHow to watch "Secrets of the Great White Kill", as Riley Elliott and Kori Burkhardt set out to capture never-before-seen great white hunting techniques.
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What does 'covalent' mean?Science word of the day Pronunciation: Coh-VAY'-lent
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Inflammation may trigger persistent 'out-of-body' experiences, emerging research hintsResearchers are investigating whether immune dysfunction can help explain dissociative disorders.
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How to build the perfect solar eclipse kit for any budgetWhether you have $50 or $1,000 to spend, here's how to build an eclipse kit for Aug. 12, 2026.
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What does 'coprolite' mean?Science word of the day Pronunciation: KAHP'-ruh-lite
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