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The World’s Most Popular Numbers [Excerpt]
Surveys show many people have favorite numerals, but some numbers are much more likely to be chosen than others
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When Galaxy Clusters Crash, Light Warps and Particles Fly
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A Stellar Discovery on the Milky Way's Far Side
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Delaying Vaccines Increases Risks—with No Added Benefits
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"Genetic Heroes" May Be Key to Treating Debilitating Diseases
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New Tanning Bed Rules Link Lamps to Cancer
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Cash-Starved NASA May Have to Nix 1 Space Telescope to Save Others
Hubble, Kepler, Chandra and other orbiting observatories got reprieves, but the Spitzer mission may be canceled
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If You’re Looking for a Healthy Environment, Follow the Dancing Bee
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Neurofeedback Increases Affection, Builds Empathy
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Backlash to Big Bang Discovery Gathers Steam
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How Bacteria in the Placenta Could Help Shape Human Health
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