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Physics

Carbon tubes, but not nano

Trying to grow better, longer nanotubes, researchers accidentally discover a new type of carbon filament, colossal carbon tubes, which are tens of thousands of times thicker.

Astronomy

Invisible clumps in the galaxy

Model finds dark matter nearby and might shed light on the invisible material’s composition.

Earth

Naked planet

Scientists officially launch OneGeology, a project that will produce a single digital map of the planet’s geological formations.

Life

His master’s yawn

When humans open up for a jaw-stretcher, so do their best friends.

Space

Surprising signal

Potential contaminant found on Red Planet does not rule out its prospect for habitability.