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  1. Planetary Science

    Mars Polar Lander: Lost but now found?

    A reanalysis of an image taken 5 years ago suggests that planetary scientists have found the remains of the Mars Polar Lander, which vanished minutes before it was supposed to touch down on the Red Planet.

    By Ron Cowen
  2. Anthropology

    Carnivore conflicts gnaw at Neandertals

    Discoveries in a French cave indicate that by about 41,000 years ago, Neandertals and hyenas competed for prey and for access to protected sites where they could safely consume their food.

    By Bruce Bower
  3. Health & Medicine

    Inflammation inhibitor may limit heart attacks

    A new drug suppresses an inflammation-causing protein that has been linked to heart attacks.