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Cool the Planet? Geoengineering Is Easier Said Than Done

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Jul 21 2017

Scientists are exploring ways to re-engineer the planet to counter the effects of global warming.

How 'Bad' Gut Bacteria Can Change Their Evil Ways

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Jul 21 2017

The idea that gut bacteria can either be "good" or "bad" may not tell the whole story.

Did Oxygen Therapy Really 'Reverse' Child's Brain Damage? Experts Are Skeptical

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Jul 21 2017

Two doctors claim to have used controversial oxygen treatments to reverse brain damage in a 2-year-old, but other experts are very skeptical of the claim.

Magic Bots: Vine-Inspired Robots Can Grow on Demand

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Jul 21 2017

Robots that mimic ivy vines can grow thousands of times their original lengths at speeds faster than the average person can run, a new study finds.

Sour Note: In Ancient Rome, Lemons Were Only for the Rich

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Jul 21 2017

Citrus trees — including lemon, orange, lime and pomelo trees — are native to Southeast Asia, so how on Earth did they end up in the ancient Mediterranean?

History's 1st Emoji? Ancient Pitcher Shows a Smiley Face

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Jul 21 2017

The iconic smiley face may seem like a modern squiggle, but the discovery of a smiley face-like painting on an ancient piece of pottery suggests that it may be much older.

Don't Believe the Spin: Fidget Spinners Have No Proven Benefits

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Jul 21 2017

There is no evidence that fidget spinners offer any benefits for ADHD, autism or anxiety, a small new review study reveals.

Самки лягушек-каскадниц предпочитают зашумленные крики самцов

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Jul 21 2017

Исследование поведения самок лягушки карликовой каскадницы, адаптированных к размножению в горных ручьях, показало, что для них привлекательнее всего трели самцов, зашумленные звуками воды. Ведь, выбирая кавалера, эти лягушки выбирают также и жилище для своих отпрысков.

Самки лягушек-каскадниц предпочитают зашумленные крики самцов

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Jul 21 2017

Исследование поведения самок лягушки карликовой каскадницы, адаптированных к размножению в горных ручьях, показало, что для них привлекательнее всего трели самцов, зашумленные звуками воды. Ведь, выбирая кавалера, эти лягушки выбирают также и жилище для своих отпрысков.

Tunnel visions: China bets big on subways as cities expand

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Jul 21 2017

Tunnel visions: China bets big on subways as cities expandDeep under Shanghai, workers on a flood-lit construction rig carefully install massive concrete wall sections f