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EcosystemsThat sinking feeling
The sea level rise expected in the coming century will swamp the Everglades unless current management is adjusted or climate change is curbed.
By Sid Perkins -
SpaceMartian dig delayed
The Phoenix Mars Lander was in good health after its safe May 25 landing on the Red Planet, but a communication problem delayed plans to unlatch its robotic digging arm.
By Ron Cowen -
Health & MedicineTracking obesity
New data suggest that childhood obesity in the United States may have leveled off between 1999 and 2006.
By Nathan Seppa -
EcosystemsBetter than a local lady
Orchids lure male pollinators by mimicking the scent of out-of-town female bees.