Most Distinct Image Of The Center Of The Milky Way Captured By South African Radio Telescope
Driven by the desire for the understanding that a mere glimpse into the vast and luminous universe can yield, billions of dollars have been spent…
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Can You Microwave Styrofoam?
You may be wondering if you can safely microwave Styrofoam. The answer to this question is maybe. In reality, it’s a complicated issue. To understand…
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In Just 4 Hours, Google’s AI Mastered All The Chess Knowledge in History
The field of artificial intelligence has grown by leaps and bounds over the past couple decades advance, and now an AI called AlphaZero has taught…
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California Hits 2020 Emissions Reduction Goal Two Years Ahead Of Schedule
California has reached another milestone in its efforts to cut emissions of greenhouse gases. Not only that, but California has hit its target significantly ahead…
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Was An Alien Mummy With 3 Fingers Discovered In The Atacama Desert?
Back in 2003, the discovery of a strange mummy sparked a debate about its origins. Could it be that the mummy was the remains of…
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UK Ethics Council Says Genetic Engineering Of Children Okay (In Certain Conditions)
The Nuffield Council on Bioethics, a UK-based independent charitable body located in London, has seen fit to grant a green light to the use of…
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The “Big Bang” Of Alzheimer’s: Scientists Identify Potential Genesis of Disease
New research suggests that scientists have discovered the “Big Bang” of Alzheimer’s disease – the exact point a healthy protein in the brain turns toxic…
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Do Gnats Bite?
Do gnats bite? Yes, they sure do, they can bite, although they have smaller mouths with cutters that limit them to cutting only your skin….
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Koko, The Famous Gorilla Who Used Sign Language, Has Died
This past Tuesday, the western lowland gorilla known as Koko died at age 46. Koko was famous for her ability to speak sign language and…
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An Invasive Plant Capable Of Causing Blindness And 3rd Degrees Burns Has Appeared In Virginia
A plant known as giant hogweed, sometimes just hogweed, may be spreading into the state of Virginia. Local plant experts and authorities are concerned about…
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Climate Change Is Likely Killing Off Africa’s Oldest And Largest Trees
Africa is home to the famous trees known as Baobab trees, large trees which can grow over a hundred feet in diameter and are known…
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