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  1. Space

    Planet search finds lots of little guys

    The latest collection of extrasolar bodies to be revealed is rich in worlds not much bigger than Earth.

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  2. Earth

    Nature’s crystal palace

    Slow-growing crystals formed over thousands of years in Mexico cave.

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  3. Space

    Hints of dark matter reported, again

    European experiment sees some evidence for a heretofore unseen component of the universe.

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  4. Life

    Cats engineered for disease resistance

    Genetically modified felines created in an effort to fight feline immunodeficiency virus.

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  5. Life

    Thirsty frogs make do with dew

    An Australian species exploits condensation to get a drink by chilling down outside and then hopping into its warm, humid lair.