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Scientists built a perfectly self-replicating synthetic cellScientists created a new organism called JCVI-syn3A that contains fewer than 500 genes.
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'Dark Watchers' have been spooking California hikers for centuries. What are they?Enormous, shadowy figures in hats and cloaks have haunted the California coast for more than 300 years. What are they?
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Gargantuan 'Tsar Icicle' collapses on tourists in Russia, killing oneThe 130-foot-tall (40 meter) 'Tsar Icicle' waterfall collapsed on four tourists in Russia, killing one.
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1st-ever footage of giant pandas mating in the wild is not 'cute and cuddly'Filmmakers spent three years following pandas in China's Qinling Mountains, capturing never-before-seen footage of males competing over females.
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'Elinor Wonders Why' teaches kids to explore science by asking questionsA curious bunny named Elinor explores Animal Town with her friends, in an endearing new PBS series that teaches kids how to find answers about science and nature.
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Best Geode GiftsFinding a gift that rocks is simple when you consider geology. Geodes are great options, with their gleaming mineral-filled layers, and we’ve collected the best options.
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Best Northern Lights DecorBring the sweeping majesty of the Northern Lights to your home with fun decor options. From lights to wall art, we've selected the best options to enhance your style.
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Best Northern Lights ProjectorsSimulate the majesty of the Northern Lights with a relaxing projector light. Northern Lights projectors illuminate homes with a beautiful color display.
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North Pole's largest-ever ozone hole finally closesAn unusually strong polar vortex kept an ozone hole open over the North Pole for nearly a month — now, it's finally shut again.
