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  1. Space

    Blob may signal monster galaxy feeding

    Researchers have found a giant blob of gas and stars, the fourth most distant object known in the universe. The blob may offer the earliest snapshot of a very young galaxy caught in the act of gobbling up material for growth.

    By Ron Cowen
  2. Health & Medicine

    A urine test may predict lung cancer risk

    A urine test that reveals levels of two tobacco-related compounds may identify which smokers are most prone to developing lung cancer, a new study finds.

    By Nathan Seppa
  3. Humans

    Naps may help infants form abstract memories

    Napping critically assists 15-month-olds in remembering the underlying structure of the language adults speak to them, a new study indicates.